Access to our exclusive directory is included with your membership. It’s your chance to tell our visitors about your business and let them know how they can get in touch with you, whilst also improving your company’s own Search Engine Rankings. Search for innovative businesses, share...
With the demand for flexible working increasing; a local coworking space can provide a great way to maintain collaboration between teams, enhance the mental wellbeing for remote workers and drive productivity by working in a professional environment. All our coworking is designed with flexibility and...
Here at HHBA we’re starting the festivities early! Our Christmas drinks on December 9th is sure to put you in the spirit with the unmissable opportunity to network with fellow business owners and make new contacts in a relaxed atmosphere at Savannah Cafe Bar in...
Before I share how you can get the most from your networking, I think it would be a good idea to clarify what I mean by networking. How I see networking Networking is about building worthwhile relationships with like minded business people in order to potentially introduce...
Mid Sussex Osteopaths have a new Sports Massage clinic at the Dolphin Leisure Centre. Their Massage Therapists have appointments available through the week including evenings. Sports Massage isn't just for sporty types. Yes, it's great for treating and preventing injuries but deep soft tissue massage can...
Think of a beautiful barn in rolling countryside and you often think of it as a wedding venue. However, barns offer so much more to those who seek them out. These historic buildings are a snapshot of a bygone era, yet can be transformed into...
Read about our latest event in the Mid Sussex Times or see the article below. https://www.midsussextimes.co.uk/business/success-for-haywards-heath-business-associations-latest-networking-event-3464178 Haywards Heath Business Association to host opportunity driven networking event The latest networking event on Thursday 18th November saw the Mid-Sussex based organisation welcome over 50 attendees from local businesses, with many...
Here at HHBA we’re starting the festivities early! Our Christmas drinks on December 9th is sure to put you in the spirit with the unmissable opportunity to network with fellow business owners and make new contacts in a relaxed atmosphere at Savannah Cafe Bar in...
In my role as a Sales and Leadership Coach I work with all types of businesses. It does not matter whether they are large or small, sole traders or corporates, they all have one thing in common: the customer cycle. New, existing, and lost customers Every business...
We have recieved the following Government updates from Mims Davie's office, please read the full details below. Changes to how you make Customs Declarations>> https://hmrc.imicampaign.uk/seeemailinfull/EmailServlet?campaignkw=notrack&tid=CC03_1637246517422773461&signature=042F2FB14949B271C73F0596327F9765 Agent Update 90 >> https://hmrc.imicampaign.uk/seeemailinfull/EmailServlet?campaignkw=notrack&tid=CC03_1637249692388022331&signature=DA948AC41B0E1D2C24D88DC59007909E Keep your clients goods moving in or out of the EU>> https://hmrc.imicampaign.uk/seeemailinfull/EmailServlet?campaignkw=notrack&tid=CC03_1637322553771030811&signature=0B059E0C1CE1C9A16EB61C0963A1BF26 Reminder to declare coronavirus grants and payments on Company Tax...
Homes England seeks expressions of interest for exciting new development opportunity in Burgess Hill The Northern Arc is a multi-million pound Homes England flagship development in Burgess Hill. It will deliver approximately 3,500 new homes along with three new schools, neighbourhood centres, parks and open spaces...
On Friday 26 November, Growth by Design along with three other local businesses are hosting an event for business owners who want to advance their business. Taking place at The Birch Hotel, 8.30am - 1pm, the event offers business owners the opportunity to gain valuable...
Slow website speeds is a bugbear for many businesses. As well as giving a poor user experience, it will also count against you when Google assesses your website’s “page experience” and your resulting ranking position. But what causes websites to be slow? It can be one or...
Do either of the following two scenarios sound familiar to you? You receive an answerphone message from a prospect or former client that is interested in the products or services that you are offering. They leave both their telephone number and an email for you...
RISE: Fully-funded innovation support for West Sussex-based SMEs The Innovation for new business development workshop will introduce the important questions, strategic challenges and critical issues involved in new business development. This workshop aims to provide solutions for businesses that are interested in a cost-free, low-risk and efficient route to developing a...
This week, Sussex Police launched a dedicated Business Crime Team, only the third of its kind in the country. The new unit will help investigate crimes through specialist knowledge, innovative technology and closer co-operation with businesses. Business managers and owners have been saying we need to...
LSIP Business Survey Sussex Chamber of Commerce have sent the following survey, it only takes 5 minutes to complete! The deadline to complete the survey is Friday 26th November (2 weeks). Here is the link à https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/C5TP563 The greater reach we have, will help provide a much wider...
We have recieved the following Government updates, please read the full details below. Please find below webinars to sign up to for HMRC advice on expenses and benefits >> https://hmrc.imicampaign.uk/seeemailinfull/EmailServlet?campaignkw=notrack&tid=CC04_1636721740671783661&signature=96B54B5BCBE2627FB8481361F1BD9ACA Please see webinar links below for Making Tax Digital and Trade Losses. https://hmrc.imicampaign.uk/seeemailinfull/EmailServlet?campaignkw=notrack&tid=CC03_1636968860007603101&signature=AF8B022FB26CB410A54E097A71A824D7...
Dear All, We are delighted to be back offering our Flexi-Pass! We have missed our coworking members over the past 18 months, but we look forward to welcoming you back; along with many new faces that are now a part of Freshmill. Our Flexi-Pass enables you to...
This is just an update to say that we’re on track for a fantastic event next year, 70% of stands have already sold, 100’s of businesses have registered on the website to attend the event. The media pack is in the works, and will be rolled...
Visit our new drop in session and find out how to maximise your membership! We often get new members joining the HHBA who have quite a few questions in order to get themselves up and running and making the most out of their membership. And for...
Our friends at Gatwick Diamond Business are delighted to share their latest Diamond Magazine. Here is the link to your copy Edition 11...
Do you sometimes feel annoyed when a prospect does not see things the way you do? Here is where good negotiation skills come in handy. Regardless of the product or service you are selling, there will be times you will find negotiation necessary. Learning this...
Andrew Hookway of Extech Cloud is delighted to have been shortlisted for the IoD (Institute of Directors) London & South and South West Director of the Year Award, in the innovation category. IMG ALT – Andrew Hookway, Director of Extech Cloud is delighted to be a...
Build your connections and grow your network, join our networking meeting, with drinks kindly hosted by Haywards Heath College on Thursday 18th November, 45 tickets have already gone so early booking is essential. Book Your Ticket Here Paul Rolfe is Group Director Commercial, Sales and Marketing...
The candidate market is very unusual at the moment and we are actively looking for candidates in a variety of sectors including: Administration HR Manufacturing and Industrial Project Management Customer Service Finance and Financial Services Insurance Hospitality and Catering We understand that people know people and...
The Business Hothouse provide 12 hours of free consultancy and coaching to anyone with a business or a business idea through 1-2-1 sessions, workshops and boot camps. We also give business grants to start-ups and growing businesses to help them to grow faster. This month, via WSX Enterprise...
Join our free online health talks in November, December and January. November december talks print version December January talks print version ...
HHBA members Ridgeview Wine are delighted that Ridgeview English sparkling wine has been announced as the reception wine for COP26 Summit opening event in Glasgow. Being served at such an important global congregation to welcome world leaders, alongside the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and the...
I believe that having a positive mental attitude that encourages you to expect favorable results in your life is crucial. Positive thinking can also help you become more successful in your life and reach your goals. I have noticed that people who possess positive traits do not wait...
How do you remain so calm? Ask anyone who runs events successfully, and they will give you a wry smile. It’s ‘the swan effect’! Picture a beautiful swan gliding above the water looking serene for all to see their majestic beauty, meanwhile their legs are...
Sussex Chamber of Commerce have now added some new “virtual” sector specific workshops as well as the “face to face” generic workshops. These are all opportunities to capture your challenges, insights, and ideas to help develop a new skills plan. The first two workshops held...
Help to Grow: Digital will be launching in December. You will be able to access free, impartial online support through our new website where you can find out how digital technology can boost your business’ performance. The website will help you make the most of digital...
Most business professionals encounter networking events at some point in their career. Sometimes they run smoothly and other times they’re just plain awkward. Networking requires skill and is often time-consuming. Rather than giving up on it completely, though, our ActionCOACH team is here to help...
The headlines will presumably be mostly about the alcohol duty changes, so here are our highlights of what you and your business should be aware of: Today's Budget - Main effects on small businesses and owners As always, please let us know if anything isn’t clear. Thank you. Paula...
Homes England seeks expressions of interest for exciting new development opportunity in Burgess Hill The Northern Arc is a multi-million pound Homes England flagship development in Burgess Hill. It will deliver approximately 3,500 new homes along with three new schools, neighbourhood centres, parks and open spaces...
Join our networking meeting, with drinks kindly hosted by Haywards Heath College on Thursday 18th November, where there will be plenty of time to network with fellow business owners and make new contacts. HHBA look forward to welcoming members back to its events in order...
HHBA members are invited to join Mims Davies MP for Mid Sussex for a “Bounce Back Business” Breakfast This will be the chance for local businesses in Mid Sussex to network, discuss the challenges they have faced during the pandemic and the adaptations they have made...
Information from West Sussex County Council You may know that West Sussex County Council’s Public Health team are working with Grassroots Suicide Prevention to offer free mental health and suicide prevention training for Small to Medium-sized businesses in West Sussex. National charity Grassroots work with organisations across...
Living in the past keeps you from enjoying the present. Dwelling on negativity and entertaining negative thoughts will not do you any good and it certainly will not help you to achieve your goals. Replaying past events over and over again in your mind is nothing...
The last year has introduced a shift in how, when and where we work; a form of ‘’hybrid working’’ is emerging; where employees are given greater flexibility and autonomy to fit their work around the rest of their lives… Freshmill aims to champion the hybrid...
We have been asked to share the following with our members. The Cyber Resilience Centres is a new project commissioned by the Home Office to enable small medium businesses access to affordable cyber security services. There are centres covering every region of the UK all...
In-person Invest4 Q&A's & boot camps. The Business Hothouse has moved as many free workshops as possible to in-person sessions, including the Invest4 Grant Q&A's which their holding in towns and cities near you across October and November. Come along and find out if you are eligible...
Mid Sussex District Scouts are looking for a new Chairman to help support the District Commissioner in the effective operation of the Scout District by leading and supporting District administrators in accordance with Policy Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. They are looking for a...
Build your connections and grow your network - 40 tickets already booked - Stay on for dinner too! Join our networking meeting on Wednesday 20th October, where there will be plenty of time to network with fellow business owners and make new contacts in a relaxed...
Visit our new drop in session and find out how to maximise your membership! We often get new members joining the HHBA who have quite a few questions in order to get themselves up and running and making the most out of their membership. And for...
We all have clients and businesses who we love and want more of but how we attract them is usually about something other than the services we offer. Understanding their needs, frustrations and wants will not only help you understand how to market your business but will...
We are delighted to announce our new members that have recently joined the HHBA business community. Please take a look at their HHBA directory profiles for more details about their business and how to make contact with them. Andersson First Aid Training - https://hhba.co.uk/members-directory/andersson-first-aid-training/ Casper Creative - https://hhba.co.uk/members-directory/casper-creative-design-and-branding-agency/ Jenny Hendron...
The Local Skills Improvement Plan Workshops - Urgent call for support and business engagement on the skills workshops Sussex Chamber of Commerce have 4 face-to-face workshops around the county and would like to ask as many businesses as possible to come along and engage with them...
Tickets £5 (18+ only) Wednesday 20th October 8pm – late at Savannah Bar in Haywards Heath Don’t delay, get your tickets today! Buy now on Eventbrite – click here. DUST OFF YOUR BLUE SUEDE SHOES! Fancy strutting some moves? Join us for a ‘Rock and Roll’ evening celebrating the King –...