How To Grow 2023

Insight and inspiration to help small businesses grow even in tough times, in partnership with TSB Business.

The Report

Small Business Britain and TSB Business are excited to bring you the new report How To Grow (in a recession), the latest in a series of reports in the partnership to support, guide and inspire small businesses and those that work with them.

Louise West: “I'm feeling quite positive. I've just sold 200 copies of my new book which will be heading to countries such as Canada, USA, Spain, Thailand, and New Zealand. It's increased my collection of patterns by 30 and demand for upcoming residential lace making courses are in high demand.”

As we navigate the challenges of economic downturn, Small Business Britain spoke to thousands of small businesses about how they are doing, and how they are planning for growth even in tough times. This report is as much a guide as insight, helping businesses find a positive and optimistic way through this challenging time.

The report contains personal insight from small businesses and experts, ideas for ways businesses can buck the trend and grow, and inspiration for ways to make progress in the coming year. Each section has a set of actions for businesses to follow. Not all will be relevant for everyone, but there is something in this report for all.

Celia Gaze: “We're the first independent wedding and events venue in the UK to become a B Corp which has opened up so many more opportunities for us. The focus on this has enabled us to grow the most and is the foundation of our business. I've seen a big increase in bookings, sales and people applying to work with us because of it.”

For the first time, this report is available simultaneously as an audiobook as part of Small Business Britain’s drive towards greater accessibility. This is available to stream or download below and we welcome your feedback on this.

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If you would like more information about the research or to get more involved with supporting small businesses in 2023, please do get in touch at [email protected].

Thanks to TSB for their continued support of this research.