Grow Your Business
Growing a business takes time, planning and the right support.
You may want to reach new customers, improve your finances, build your team, become more digital, or get ready for investment. Local Enterprise Office South Dublin can help you take the next step.
We offer a range of supports for small businesses in South Dublin. These include grants, mentoring, training and management development programmes.
Grants to help your business grow:
If your business is new, you may be able to apply for a Priming Grant. This grant helps with the cost of starting a small business in South Dublin. It is for businesses in their first 18 months.
If your business has been trading for more than 18 months, you may be able to apply for a Business Expansion Grant. This grant can help eligible businesses grow and develop.
Our team can talk to you about your plans and help you understand what supports may suit your business.
Business mentoring
Our Mentoring Programmegives small business owners access to experienced business mentors.
A mentor can offer practical and strategic one to one advice. They can help you look at your business, solve problems and make informed decisions.
Mentoring can support you with areas such as finance, sales, marketing, staffing, planning and growth.
Training for growing businesses
The business world is always changing. Training can help you stay up to date and build the skills you need to grow.
Local Enterprise Office South Dublin offers high quality training across a wide range of topics. These courses are suitable for people starting a business and for businesses that are already trading.
Training can help you build confidence, improve your knowledge and take action in your business.
Management development programmes
We also offer management development programmes for business owners who want to grow and improve their business.
These programmes cover key areas such as finance, leadership, digital skills, tendering, innovation, communication and team management. We encourage all businesses to look into the following supports: Green for Business, Lean for Business and Digital for Business - These programmes may lead to grant support if eligible.
Courses may include:
• Know then Grow Your Finances
• Strategic Leadership for Growth
• Introducing Digitisation for Small to Medium Business Owners
• Digital and Social Media Strategy
• ROS Revenue Online Services and Filing Your Income Tax Return
• Winning Business through Tenders
• Intellectual Property and Trademarks for Business Owners
• Pitching, Presentation and Communication Skills
• Business Management, Human Resources and Team Management
• Creative Catalyst, a growth programme for creative entrepreneurs
These programmes are designed to give business owners practical tools and clear guidance. They can help you manage your business better, plan for growth and prepare for new opportunities.
We can help you take the next step
You do not have to grow your business alone.
Local Enterprise Office South Dublin can help you access funding, mentoring, training and programmes that support your goals.
If you are ready to grow your business, Local Enterprise Office South Dublin is ready to help.