Our Resources
Explore practical guides, expert insights, and tailored support to help your business thrive. Berkshire Growth Hub’s resources are designed to make your next step clearer, easier, and more impactful.
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support resources
Training and employment schemes
Consider the range of government programmes which are available when you are hiring employees, offering work experience or upskilling existing staff.
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Marketing your business on social media
Review useful tips on how to market your business using social media.
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How to start exporting
Great.gov.uk provides support and resources to help businesses start exporting.
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Employing staff
People are a great resource for your business. It is important to recruit the right staff and to understand your responsibilities as an employer.
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GrantFinder funding database
GrantFinder is the leading funding database in the UK covering local, national and international sources of funding
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Buying or selling a business
Review the key considerations when either buying or selling a business.
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Support for Scaling Businesses
Find out what support is available for scaling businesses in Berkshire
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professional membership organisations
A professional body is an organisation that comprises members who are professionals in a specific sector.
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PR for UK businesses
Find out how you can use PR and encourage customers and journalists to think and speak positively about your business.
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Writing a marketing strategy
Consider the key steps for writing a marketing strategy to help drive your business performance.
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Digital marketing
Understand the different types of digital marketing and how you can use them within your business.
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Growth Hub events
24
Mar
12:30
Mindfulness for the Self-Employed: Practical Tools to Stay Grounded When Business Gets Busy
Business Booster SessionGrowth HubOnline
This one‑hour session gives small business owners practical, science‑backed mindfulness tools to stay focused, calm, and resilient when pressure peaks.
Find out more 15-22
Apr
Sessions
LAUNCH into business April 2026
Growth HubOnline
LAUNCH into Business – 15 and 22 April (Exclusive to Berkshire Businesses) Please note: This start up programme is split into two parts – you must be able to attend both. If you cannot attend part 2, alternative dates may be availabl...
Find out more 22
Apr
14:00
Slough Launchpad Start-up Festival 2026
In-person
Join us to learn, network, and contribute to the thriving entrepreneurial spirit in Slough. Let’s shape the future together!
Find out more 28
Apr
12:30
How to leverage LinkedIn for success
Business Booster SessionGrowth HubOnline
Learn how to optimise your LinkedIn profile, build your personal brand, and use the platform strategically to grow your career or business. Join this practical session to unlock LinkedIn success.
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May
12:30
Storytelling That Converts: How SMEs Can Turn Real Stories into Real Growth
Business Booster SessionGrowth HubOnline
Authentic storytelling drives real growth. Learn how SMEs can turn founder journeys and customer success stories into high‑impact content without big budgets or salesy.
Find out more 13-20
May
Sessions
LAUNCH into business May 2026
Growth HubOnline
Join our Launch Into Business workshop in May to learn essential steps for starting your business, building confidence.
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