Federation of Small Businesses
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I've just joined FSB! I've been dialling into various webinars that FSB's hosted. Actually, that's something I really liked, the fact that I could access the webinars for free, even though I wasn't a member. It gave me a feel for what they are about, and the value they offer small business owners. I'm just starting out on my self-employed journey and FSB was recommended to me as well, so coupled with my positive experience and the recommendation, I went ahead and had a call with Anita. She was really helpful and I was pleasantly surprised at all the services they offer their members, a 'one-stop-shop'. So, it was a 'no-brainer' really, and I'm now a member! Anita was amazing highlighting resources that would be particularly pertinent for me not just at the beginning of my business journey but useful resources for further down the line when I'm properly established. She walked me through how to sign-up, showed me around the website, and talked me through installing/setting up the app as well. I'm really pleased I'm now a 'proper' FSB member and having someone onboard me and talk me through everything was a bonus! Great experience.
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Worth every penny! I have attended loads of virtual events so far this year with FSB since joining which has been great for connecting whilst being a small start up working from home. Such a friendly organisation with so many user resources including the legal hub!
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I wish I signed up with this from the get go when setting up by business. The FSB provide much more than a platform to network. They provide a multitude of documentation and services for your small business to make life much easier. Anita on-boarded me and took me through a small percentage of what the FSB could for me (which is a huge number of services) and I was left feeling very re-assured.
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I was introduced to the FSB through X-forces networking events and was intrigued to hear more. After a comprehensive talk with Anita, my local representative it was clear that the benefits and advice I could glean from the FSB would be a no-brainer for people like myself looking to start up my own business.
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GREAT SESSION!
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I love the FSB as it is the voice of small business. It also hosts good networking events virtually and face to face.
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I was unsure of the FSB when first approached but I thought I had nothing to lose to listen to what they had to say. They are now an absolute no brainer for me and my business. I’m financially better off through cheaper and better insurance through their team, and also the free banking with the coop. I have utilised some of the different aspects that come with the membership, which has helped with things such as chasing late payments and some legal questions I had. The support provided by the staff at the FSB is absolutely second to none, and they are a real credit to the organisation. I have not had to contact them often, but when I have they have been first class in their service, knowledge and commitment to helping me. Only recently one of their team suggested I apply for a covid grant I was not aware of, and then helped me appeal the original decision and get it over turned, which has been great for my business. I couldn’t speak highly enough of them, keep up the good work.
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I found out about the FSB from a military resettlement briefing and have just joined following a discussion with Anita (membership advisor). She took the time to listen to my situation and needs, then explained the relevant information and services. Once registered, I was given a tour of the online sections - which have already triggered ideas and possibilities as well as prompting areas I need to address. The app integration looks fantastic and I feel the presentation and organisation of the site is excellent.
By taking her time and actively listening to me, I feel I have received valuable advice and I am pleased to now have access to the FSB resources and support.
By taking her time and actively listening to me, I feel I have received valuable advice and I am pleased to now have access to the FSB resources and support.
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I was apprehensive about joining FSB, 1. Because of the yearly fee and 2. I thought it would not benefit my business in any way. How wrong I was!
The email contact, hub, newsletters, Business Bitesize updates and podcasts are all very informative and guide me in the tricky landscape the business world is currently facing.
I've had excellent communication for anything I've needed assistance with. This includes: in depth H & S advice, guidance on effective T'c & C's and most recently support not only for me but the wider community where my bricks and mortar store is located assisting with an ongoing project.
I'm happy to be a member of FSB and I know I'm not quite taking advantage of all the things on offer, the networking and webinars are in my sights, but there are simply not enough hours in the day!
If you need any help with your small business, I highly recommend joining FSB.
The email contact, hub, newsletters, Business Bitesize updates and podcasts are all very informative and guide me in the tricky landscape the business world is currently facing.
I've had excellent communication for anything I've needed assistance with. This includes: in depth H & S advice, guidance on effective T'c & C's and most recently support not only for me but the wider community where my bricks and mortar store is located assisting with an ongoing project.
I'm happy to be a member of FSB and I know I'm not quite taking advantage of all the things on offer, the networking and webinars are in my sights, but there are simply not enough hours in the day!
If you need any help with your small business, I highly recommend joining FSB.
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The Perfect Linkedin Post with Jonathan Pollinger - I attended this webinar today. It was excellent, very clear, concise and informative. Took away loads of top tips. Thank you.
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As a member of the FSB I was able to access nursing care through RedArc, an independent service that can help see you through medical issues, as a long Covid sufferrer Red Arc have been in contact with me on a regular basis to see where they can help and advise, they have also sent through numerous articles in order to help my recovery, a great service
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FSB offers great space for Grace. Today's experience moderated by Karen Woolley was brilliant and similar to the same with all meetings. Very refreshing to be attached to this network. Try it out. Julian
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Thank you FSB for sorting out my Osteopathic and Chiropractic treatment. I am able to function again.
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There is no better praise I can give than to say NO small business should operate without FSB membership! It’s an outstanding support for all business needs. I have relied on their services, their expertise, their lobbying and our local FSB rep to support me as a single owner of a successful business and could NOT have achieved what I have without the FSB. During Covid they have kept me from sinking, kept me sane and always provided support across all kinds of issues when I was truly at rock bottom. Over the years I have used their legal teams expertise, insurance expertise and countless templates and webinars, they take the stress away. It’s saved me thousands of pounds and it’s expert advice that’s given by qualified snd knowledgeable experts. The community support of other FSB members means we can as a group get our voices heard in government when needs be. If you do one thing for your business, join FSB. They feel like my father, always there for sound advice and guidance. Thank you especially to David Richardson, my area, representative, he has been outstanding with support during the crisis of Covid and now Brexit!
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I recently went through a hard time with back pains as well as issues at work. Sharon at FSB was a rock, she supported me so much I can never thank her enough. She was a good listener, very understanding and patient.
Thank you Sharon
Thank you Sharon
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I when I joined FSB I had 2 clients with debts of £1200 outstanding. I paid for my membership (approx 1/10th of that) and from there I was able to recover all of the overdue money through the FSB's Debt recovery service - Fantastic!
They also have great online networking all over the country.
They also have great online networking all over the country.
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Anita has an excellent understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing SME's, and more importantly has an equally excellent understanding of how to practically meet those challenges head-on. Insightful, pragmatic, and honest, I would recommend a discussion with Anita to anyone thinking of joining the FSB.
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During this time when all of our medical professionals are so swamped with extra work, FSB Care was there to ensure I was given all the support and advice I needed and helped me get over a very painful and emotional time. Helen was really so very supportive and sorted everything out, gave me the best advice posiible, whilst making sure I had someone to listen to and be there should I have any questions. FSB Care is the Jewel in the Crown
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I feel slightly embarrassed to say that our business has grown by over 300% during Covid. Clearly landlords have had the time to consider their tax situations whilst working from home. But I put it firmly down to the immense benefit offered by the FSB. As a firm we have been able to reach out to folk all over the country, actually all over the world. Whilst we can never have done it without zoom, we could certainly never have done it without the FSB embracing zoom and allowing all their nationwide chapters to welcome the members from all over the country. We now have serious markets developing in Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, South Wales, Devon and Cornwall & Southeast England – and we are based in London! We have met clients, introducers and referrers from all over the country – people we would never have met in a million years. Thank you FSB & thank you also all the FSB staff who put in so much effort & who really help with all the networking introductions & meetings that come from your terrific platform. Christopher Coleridge Cole, Gresham Street partners.
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Anita is brilliant! She managed my joining smoothly and professionally. She was very informative, helpful and a delight to work with!
I used FSB at my previous role in another company and I thought it was fantastic so now that I have opened my own business, I decided to join as I think it is invaluable to any business owner. I will be using their services a lot. Their app is amazing!
I used FSB at my previous role in another company and I thought it was fantastic so now that I have opened my own business, I decided to join as I think it is invaluable to any business owner. I will be using their services a lot. Their app is amazing!
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Since the 1st lockdown when networking for businesses moved online, I have increasingly favoured FSB networking above all other networking groups. It is free, I always meet lovely people, it is well organised, there are numerous events to choose from, and there is real thought about how the sessions are planned out. An example of this is through the break out rooms - thanks to Vanessa Gale for placing me in a break out room with 3 other lovely ladies who have synergies to my own business. We are now running an online webinar in January as a result. I wouldn't have met these women had it not been to FSB. Fantastic way to end the year. Thank you Ness and FSB.
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I used FSB and would highly recommend them for any business, I recently had an accident and have been recovering. I called FSB who arranged to get me some private help. this support helped me speed up my recovery process quicker and helped me back into my job, The team they used was absolutely amazing I couldn’t thank them enough for all the help and support throughout this time.
Thank you FSB happy customer.
Thank you FSB happy customer.
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I have always had sound advice and help from the FSB and they have helped me to get grants I didn't know I was eligible for and then help when at first told I didn't qualify. I have also used the free legal service and FSB care.
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Have just joined FSB and so far the information and introductory has been great. Had a super chat with Nick from FSB who took me through all the various offerings FSB have. Lots of info. Good documentation and website seems easy to navigate.
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I have been a member of the FSb for 3 years and membership has been helpful in promoting our charity In Sues Name, firstly in our local area at Face to Face meetings, but in the last 18 moths has enabled me to meet so many people across the country at Zoom networking meetings wo I would never have the chance to meet. I would thoroughly recommend membership to any SME businesses who are looking for an amazing range of benefits to join
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