By Steven Mason, Membership Advisor – The Federation of Small Businesses
First, may I take this opportunity in wishing the Listing Magazine and all its readers a happy and prosperous new year and best wishes for 2026.
As the year gets underway, February is the perfect time of year for small business owners to assess their processes and procedures, whilst reflecting on strategy for the year ahead.
Good processes don’t slow you down, they speed you up and they can help reduce mistakes, limit disputes and help stop small issues turning into expensive ones.
Many small business owners find themselves wearing many hats, and asking themselves repetitive questions such as, am I confident my contracts, policies and documentation are up to date.
How FSB membership supports this: As a member of the Federation of Small Businesses, you don’t have to figure this out on your own.
Two membership features which are particularly valuable: Employment Protection – Your go-to for HR advice, available 24/7. Stay compliant with employment law, no matter how small your team. Speak to employment solicitors for advice and have peace of mind with employment tribunal insurance.
Legal and Business Hub – Online legal documents at your fingertips. Search and extensive online library for templates, policies and more – on everything from contracts and employment to cybersecurity.
FSB membership provides access to a wide range of practical tools and resources to help business owners become more efficient, secure, and profitable — including: 24/7 Legal Advice Line, Employment Protection, Legal & Business Hub, Tax Investigation Protection, Health & Safety Guidance, Debt Recovery, Networking Events, Training Courses and so much more.
How can a Business Owner find out more about the FSB? They can contact me directly and I would be delighted to send some further information and also discuss the challenges that they are facing in business and how I and FSB can help. I also attend the Nutwood Networking Group on the first Friday of the month at The Woodman Inn, Nuthampstead.
The FSB – as a not for profit organisation has been helping small businesses and the self employed for over 50 years.
Contact Steve to receive an exclusive discount code for new FSB members
