Have you heard? Thanks to the Chichester District Council, you could be eligible to receive up to £2,500 to create the website of your dreams!
Are you at a loss with your website? Do you want to create something seriously special?
Designing a website isn’t for everyone. It’s time consuming, can be confusing and let’s face it, you have far better things to do with your time as a sole trader or a small independent business, than to be tearing your hair out trying to design something yourself.
With the introduction of the Enabling Grant from Chichester District Council, you no longer need to stress. Read on to find out why…
Enabling Grant Scheme:
Thanks to the Chichester District Council, sole traders and small business owners now have the opportunity to apply for the Enabling Grant which is designed to help small and local business grow and evolve by supporting independents and maximise their growth potential.
Which, is great news not only for those who are eligible for the funding but also for me! I am passionate about designing websites for local small businesses and sole traders! So it is a potential win-win situation for everyone involved! I’d love to help you create the website of your dreams whether you are looking for a completely new website or are looking to improve upon your current website design, I am here to help! And happy to do so.
The applications are only open until October 31st 2019, so get yours in ASAP to ensure you don’t miss out! Click the link to apply today: https://www.chichester.gov.uk/enablinggrantscheme
Do I need a website? Should I apply?
In our opinion, yes. A website acts like a shop window to potential customers. With the internet offering almost endless potential reach, being part of the crowd is definitely worth doing. Whether you’re a sole trader, small business owner of a multi-million pound corporation, having a website is an integral part of any business.
Having a website can not only help to generate new business, but it acts as a tool for credibility, helps to build trust and accountability in your potential and existing customers, improves the way your business comes across to others (even if you’re a one-man or one-woman band). Being active and present online allows you to keep up to date with the latest marketing trends, monitor the competition and take advantage of the huge audience at your fingertips.
Your website is your portfolio:
Your website can act as a place for you to showcase your work and the services you offer. It is as we have said before, like a shop window for your customers. As a small business or sole trader, being able to draw potential customers and clients in. Your website is often your customer’s first point of contact and so it is important to make a good impression, prove to your customers or clients why they should choose you above all others.
You can read our recent blog post all about exactly why you need a website by clicking here.
