Established Business Owners
Build relationships, share experience, gain new perspectives and discover opportunities for referrals, collaboration and continued growth.
SKILLS 2 GROW
Skills 2 Grow Business Support MembershipYour Business Consultantand Local Business Network
Access personal guidance, monthly accountability, local networking and greater business visibility. Connect with ambitious people from your county who exchange ideas, share experience and support one another's progress.
£25
per month
Cancel anytime · No long-term contract
No long-term contract or commitment.
Your Membership Includes
✓Monthly 15-minute one-to-one check-in call with Julian
✓Ongoing access to your county Skills 2 Grow WhatsApp Business Community
✓Local networking, recommendations and trusted business connections
✓Ongoing business advice, practical tips and fresh perspectives
✓Premium Business Listing in the Skills 2 Grow Business Directory (normally £25/month)
✓Opportunities for interviews, business articles and member spotlights
✓Relevant local recommendations and introductions
✓Personalised digital membership certificate issued by Skills 2 Grow via Credential.net
A Place for Every Stage
Who Is This Community For?
You do not need to have everything figured out before joining. The community welcomes people who are already trading, just getting started, exploring an idea or simply interested in learning how business works.
New Businesses
Avoid costly mistakes, build confidence and gain practical support while creating strong foundations for your new business.
Future Entrepreneurs
Have an idea or feel unhappy in your current job? Discuss your options, test your thinking and learn from people who have already taken the leap.
People Who Want to Learn
You do not need to own a business. Join to learn about entrepreneurship, develop useful skills and become more confident about your future.
Practical Business Conversations
What Will We Talk About?
The community covers the everyday subjects that matter when starting, running and growing a business.
Marketing
Websites
SEO
Google Business Profile
Advertising
Branding & Design
Pricing
Sales
Customer Psychology
Tax
Expenses
Finding Clients
Referrals
Social Media
AI & Productivity
Business Ideas
Leadership
Business Growth
What You Receive
Everything Included With Your Membership.
Your membership combines personal guidance, accountability, county-specific networking and greater business visibility for £25 per month.
01
Monthly One-to-One Check-In With Julian
A focused 15-minute call each month to review your progress, discuss your priorities and keep you accountable for the actions that will move your business forward.
02
Your County WhatsApp Business Community
Connect with business owners from your own county, ask for local recommendations, exchange ideas and gain different perspectives from people who understand your local market.
03
Local Networking and Trusted Connections
Build relationships with nearby business owners, discover potential collaborators and create useful connections without having to attend another networking event.
04
Ongoing Business Advice, Tips and Ideas
Receive practical guidance covering business growth, marketing, pricing, customer service, operations, leadership and visibility throughout your membership.
05
Premium Skills 2 Grow Business Listing
Showcase your business through a premium directory profile, normally priced at £25 per month, helping customers and local businesses discover and contact you.
06
Interview and Business Feature Opportunities
Members may be invited to share their story through founder interviews, business articles, member spotlights and other relevant Skills 2 Grow features.
07
Local Recommendations and Introductions
Suitable members can be highlighted when people and businesses ask Skills 2 Grow for trusted services in their area.
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A Supportive Local Business Network
Share experiences, learn from other owners and grow through practical collaboration with businesses in your county.
Verified Digital Member Credential
Your Skills 2 Grow Membership Certificate
Receive a personalised certificate showcasing your commitment to ongoing training, professional development, excellent customer experience and sustainable business growth. Display it online and share a verifiable record of your membership.
Issued by Skills 2 Grow via Credential.net
⭐ Trusted by Local Businesses
Rated 5 Stars by Real Businesses
Every testimonial on the Skills 2 Grow website comes from a genuine business that has worked with Julian. Unlike anonymous online reviews, each recommendation is supported by a real business, a genuine business owner and an established online presence.
✓Genuine 5-star reviews
✓Real business owners
✓Business references available
✓Proven business case studies
✓Practical results, not theory
15+ YearsBusiness and leadership experience
30+Professional qualifications
PracticalAdvice based on real businesses
ProvenPortfolio of genuine case studies
SYNOLOS
★★★★★
Synolos
Supporting young people, families and communities
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I cannot thank Julian enough for the support he has given Synolos over the years.
Julian has been a consistent and valued supporter of our work with young people living with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), as well as our wider work within mental health. He has generously helped us promote our activities, opportunities and events, enabling our information to reach a much wider audience.
What we have particularly appreciated is the ease with which we have been able to communicate with Julian. Our conversations have always been positive, constructive and encouraging, and he has shown a genuine interest in the work we do and in the young people, families and communities we support.
As a social enterprise, visibility and strong local connections are incredibly important. The contacts, relationships and opportunities we have gained through Julian’s support have been invaluable to our development and to the continuation of our work across SEND and mental health.
His encouragement, generosity and commitment to supporting local organisations have made a real and lasting difference to us, and I know they have made the same difference to many others.
★★★★★
The Nose Knows
Business growth through visibility and local connections
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I cannot recommend Julian highly enough.
When I started building my business, Julian was instrumental in helping me reach a much wider audience and played a huge part in the growth and success I have achieved in such a short space of time.
However, what I value most is not just the reach, visibility and opportunities that came from his support; it is the genuine professional relationship we have built along the way.
Julian has consistently offered guidance, encouragement and support that has gone far beyond simply promoting a business. His understanding of local communities, how to connect with the right audience and his willingness to help have been invaluable.
I am incredibly grateful for the exposure and growth he has helped me achieve, but even more grateful for the trust and professional relationship we have developed.
If you are looking for a cost-effective way to reach a targeted audience and grow your presence, I can think of no better person to speak to than Julian. His expertise, approachability and genuine passion for helping local businesses succeed make him a fantastic person to have in your corner.
Real Questions. Practical Support.
The Kind of Support You Can Expect
Running a business can sometimes feel overwhelming. Members can ask questions, discuss ideas and receive honest guidance directly from Julian, alongside different perspectives, ideas and recommendations from aspiring and established entrepreneurs within their local Skills 2 Grow community group.
Sometimes you need experienced guidance. Other times, hearing how another business owner approached the same challenge can be just as valuable.
Member questionWhat is one change that helped your business appear higher on Google?
Community supportStart with a complete Google Business Profile, strong internal links, useful local pages and content that clearly shows Google what you do and where you work.
Member questionA customer says they have found someone cheaper. Should I reduce my price?
Community supportNot automatically. Explain the value behind your service: reliability, experience, communication, quality and aftercare.
Progress and Encouragement
Celebrating Every Step of Your Journey
Success is not one big moment. It is a collection of decisions, brave firsts and steady progress. In our community, the milestones that matter to you matter to us too.
✦Starting your businessTurning an idea into something real deserves to be celebrated.
★Your first customerThat first person choosing your business is a milestone you never forget.
↑Your first saleA small transaction can be the beginning of something much bigger.
◆Launching your websiteYour idea becomes visible, searchable and ready to reach new people.
★Receiving a five-star reviewPositive feedback from a happy customer is worth stopping to appreciate.
✓Completing a qualificationInvesting in your knowledge strengthens both you and your business.
◇A business anniversaryConsistency, resilience and another year of progress all count.
♛Reaching a growth goalWhen your plans become measurable progress, your community is there to celebrate it.
More Than a Membership
A Community Built Around Practical Progress
Good business decisions rarely happen in isolation. Skills 2 Grow gives you a professional space to ask questions, compare ideas and turn useful conversations into practical next steps.
Join the Business CommunityAsk Better Questions
Talk through decisions and challenges when the right way forward is not immediately clear.
Learn From Experience
Gain useful perspectives from people at different stages of building and running a business.
Build Trusted Connections
Develop genuine local professional relationships through helpful, respectful conversation.
Move Ideas Forward
Turn shared knowledge and practical support into focused action for your business.
Business Is Better Together
You Do Not Have to Figure Everything Out Alone
Sometimes a short conversation can save weeks of frustration. Another member may have already faced the same challenge, tested the same idea or found a solution that could help you move forward.
Skills 2 Grow Business Support MembershipJoin Skills 2 Grow
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£25 / month
Cancel anytime
Personal guidance, monthly accountability, a premium business listing and access to your county business network for less than £1 a day.
✓Monthly 15-minute one-to-one check-in call with Julian
✓Ongoing access to your county WhatsApp Business Community
✓Local networking and trusted business connections
✓Ongoing business advice, practical tips and fresh perspectives
✓Premium Business Listing in the Skills 2 Grow Directory
✓Interview, business article and member spotlight opportunities
✓Relevant local recommendations and introductions
✓Personalised digital membership certificate via Credential.net
✓Cancel your monthly membership at any time
Applications may be reviewed to protect the quality of the community. No long-term contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Membership
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about joining the Skills 2 Grow Business Community.
What is included in the £25 monthly membership?
Membership includes a monthly 15-minute one-to-one check-in with Julian, access to your county WhatsApp Business Community, ongoing business guidance, local networking, a premium directory listing, a personalised digital membership certificate issued by Skills 2 Grow via Credential.net and opportunities for greater visibility.
How does the monthly check-in work?
Your focused 15-minute call with Julian gives you time to review progress, discuss your current priority and stay accountable for your next steps.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. Membership is charged monthly and can be cancelled at any time.
How does the WhatsApp Business Community work?
You will join a county-specific community where local business owners can ask for recommendations, exchange ideas, discuss challenges, share opportunities and build useful professional connections.
Do I have to participate every day?
No. You can take part when it is useful to you, whether you want to ask a question, share an experience or simply learn from the conversation.
Does membership guarantee referrals or customers?
No. Members receive priority consideration, but referrals, enquiries and customers are not guaranteed.
Will my business definitely receive an interview or article feature?
Interviews, articles and member spotlights depend on relevance, subject matter and available publishing opportunities.
Can I join if I do not have a business yet?
Yes. The community also welcomes aspiring entrepreneurs and people who want to learn more about business.
Can any type of business join?
Membership is open to many legitimate businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. Applications may be reviewed to protect the community.
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Where Could You Be 12 Months From Now?
Build your business with monthly accountability, practical guidance, greater visibility and valuable relationships with business owners from your local area.
