Take The Leap
Fancy winning £10,000 cash to start or grow your business?
Small business, big impact
Small businesses are the beating heart of the UK economy, accounting for 99% of all British business, and contributing a combined £2 trillion in annual turnover.
But worryingly, small business optimism is at an eight-year low.
Barriers to entry like red tape, expertise, and finance are making people think twice about starting up, and getting in the way of those looking to scale. It's a worrying trend that could have serious long-term implications on the UK landscape.
That’s why Simply Business are giving away £10,000 to one lucky entrepreneur, to start – or grow – their business.
Win a £10,000 business boost
Simply Business know the importance of small businesses… and big dreams.
And with finance so often a stumbling block, we wanted to give one lucky entrepreneur a £10,000 cash injection.
Whether it's turning your hobby into a livelihood or your stall into a shop, Simply Business want to help – whatever that big dream.
Terms and conditions apply as usual
Tell us why you should win to enter the draw
How it works
28 February
Applications open! Tell us a bit about your business, or the business you intend to start.
31 July
Remember to get your entry in before the deadline.
7 August
We’ll announce our #TakeTheLeap twelve-business shortlist. We’ll contact the winners by email, so keep an eye out. An expert judging panel (more to come…) will decide our final winner.
15 September
The winner will be selected.
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From the big idea itself to the legalities and regulations, proper planning should help you build a really successful home business. Read our guide to businesses you can run from home.
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How to register as self-employed with HMRC
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