EnterprisingYou

12/06/2026

National Freelancer Week continues, and this time it’s something every freelancer should be aware of.

We’re sharing a guest blog from our partners at Cowgills, breaking down the new Making Tax Digital changes and what they mean in practice.

It could affect how you report your income, how often you do it, and how you manage your records.

👉 Find out more:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/making-tax-digital-for-freelancers-what-you-need-to-know/

Do you already use software to track your income, or is this something new for you?

Cowgills

11/06/2026

National Freelancer Week continues, and we’re sharing more top tips from self-employed and freelance individuals across Greater Manchester.

Catherine Brown has been running her photography business for over 15 years, capturing maternity, newborn, family and personal brand moments while building something that’s adapted and grown over time.

In this set of tips, she shares her experience of what it really takes to keep a business moving forward.

👉 Take a look at Catherine’s practical tips:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/running-a-self-employed-business-top-tips-from-catherine-brown/

If you’re self-employed, what’s helped your business grow over time?

Cathy Brown Photography

10/06/2026

National Freelancer Week continues, and we’re sharing more top tips from self-employed and freelance individuals across Greater Manchester.

Sarah Keeler Dawson runs Creative Mojo Manchester West, delivering creative workshops in care homes and community settings, using creativity to support and connect people.

👉 Take a look at Sarah’s practical tips on running a business and making self-employment work for you:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/running-a-self-employed-business-top-tips-from-sarah-keeler-dawson/

If you’re self-employed, what keeps you going on the quieter or tougher days?

09/06/2026

As National Freelancer Week carries on, we’re sharing more top tips from self-employed and freelance individuals across Greater Manchester.

This time, photographer Jess Howell shares her experience of going self-employed and building a business around storytelling.

A short set of real-world tips on building a business and finding a way of working that suits you.

👉 Take a look:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/running-a-self-employed-business-top-tips-from-jess-howell/

What’s been your biggest learning since working for yourself?


Jess Howell Photography

08/06/2026

It’s National Freelancer Week, and we’ll be sharing top tips from self-employed and freelance individuals from across Greater Manchester all week.

Violinist Cheryl Gaudiano reflects on building a business alongside her work and what that’s looked like over time.

A simple, honest read from someone doing it day to day.

👉 Take a look:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/running-a-self-employed-business-top-tips-from-cheryl-gaudiano/

If you’re self-employed, what’s the best lesson you’ve learned so far?

08/06/2026

It’s National Freelancer Week 👋

This week is all about recognising the people behind the businesses, the side hustles turned full-time, and the freelancers making things happen every day.

We’ll be sharing tips, real experiences, and helpful advice from freelancers and self-employed businesses throughout the week, along with insight from Cowgills on the upcoming Making Tax Digital changes.

If you’re self-employed, it’s a great time to pause and check in on where you’re at — and where you want to go next.

👉 Start by reading the first blog:
https://www.enterprising-you.co.uk/blog/posts/2026/june/national-freelancer-week-2026-tips-support-and-real-stories-for-freelancers/

29/05/2026

Our Enterprise and Growth teams came together at Warren Bruce Court this morning for a collaborative team meeting.

It was a great opportunity to catch up, share updates, explore new ways of working, and hear how each team is progressing. We also had the pleasure of welcoming some new colleagues into the team — great to have you with us!

GM Business Growth Hub

08/05/2026

Yesterday, we were at the Deaf Job Fair at the Manchester Deaf Centre 👋

Our advisors, Andy Mather and Vikki Bradbury, were on hand to chat with attendees about the support available through EnterprisingYou for anyone looking to start and grow a business.

It was great to see so many deaf-aware employers and organisations in one place, helping connect people to new opportunities.

Manchester Deaf Centre

06/05/2026

The King’s Awards application window opens
today 👑

The King’s Awards for Enterprise are among the UK’s most prestigious business honours, recognising organisations that demonstrate excellence, impact and ambition on a national and global stage.

Winning a King’s Award can:
✅️ Strengthen credibility with customers, investors and partners

✅️ Unlock global recognition and long-term commercial value

✅️ Open doors to new markets, opportunities and collaborations

✅️ Boost growth, exports and employee pride

Greater Manchester is full of ambitious organisations doing exceptional work. When one business is recognised, it raises the profile and confidence of our entire city-region.

If your organisation is achieving outstanding results, whether through international growth, innovation, social impact or sustainability leadership, now is the time to step forward.

Support, guidance and insights from previous winners are available from GM Business Growth Hub to help Greater Manchester businesses put forward strong, compelling applications.

Find out more, hear from previous winners, and get tailored support to help your application stand out now! 👇

https://bit.ly/411lHoq

22/04/2026

Funding might not be the immediate focus for everyone we support through EnterprisingYou, but it’s something many people start thinking about as their business develops.

Our colleagues at GM Business Growth Hub have shared a really useful blog on what fundraising looks like in 2026 and why it’s becoming more competitive. With AI making it easier for businesses to put together pitch decks and forecasts, investors are seeing more applications than ever and are becoming much more selective.

Even if funding is a longer‑term consideration for you, understanding what investors now expect can help you shape your business, your plans, and your growth journey with the future in mind.

It’s well worth a read if funding could be part of your business journey at any stage.

Take a look here 👉 https://www.businessgrowthhub.com/resources/the-new-reality-of-fundraising-in-2026/

Raising funding in 2026 isn’t getting easier. It’s getting more competitive. 🤯

💻 AI has made it quicker to produce pitch decks, forecasts and investment materials. But that also means investors are seeing more applications than ever before.

And they’re becoming more selective.

The businesses that stand out aren’t just well-prepared. They’re clear, credible and genuinely investor-ready.

If you’re thinking about funding this year, here’s what’s changing and what to focus on.

The full article can be found in our Resource page (link in bio).