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<p>Nick Brackenbury, Co-founder of NearSt, will discuss the story behind the business, his transition from full time work to running his own business, his tips for growing a business online and lots more.</p>

Since launching in 2005, the Enterprise Nation team has helped thousands of people start and grow their businesses. Led by founder Emma Jones MBE, Enterprise Nation continues to be the most active UK small business community and a leading campaigning voice for small business. Joining Enterprise Nation connects you with resources, community and connections you need to reach your business goals.

Nick Brakenbury is co-founder and CEO of ecommerce start-up NearSt, which is on a mission to get people back into their local shops. In this special online masterclass, Nick discusses the story behind the business, his transition from full time work to running his own business, his tips for growing a business online and lots more.

This webinar is part of Enterprise Nation's 

, which aims to encourage more businesses to get online and support existing online traders to grow. The campaign is supported by 

In conversation: Nick Brackenbury, NearSt

Nick Brackenbury, Co-founder of NearSt, will discuss the story behind the business, his tips for growing a business online and lots more.

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I know how hard you work, how badly you want to succeed, how much you believe in the potential of your business, and how much progress you&amp;rsquo;ve already made.&lt;/p&gt;

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But at some point &amp;ndash; between juggling orders, suppliers and the relentless need to keep up on social media, you&amp;rsquo;ve begun to feel overwhelmed. And financially, you may be wondering when you&amp;rsquo;ll get the chance to pay yourself a decent salary or hire in enough help.&lt;/p&gt;

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I have helped these businesses get more organised and make more money.&lt;/p&gt;

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Now I want to help you do the same so that you feel clearer, re-energised and confident enough to take your business to the next level.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;If you&amp;rsquo;ve been looking for some help with your business, and you&amp;rsquo;d like a trusted expert to work with you to:&lt;/p&gt;

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- Outline what your options are to make your business a success long term&lt;br /&gt;
- Make the most of your time&lt;br /&gt;
- Manage your money&lt;br /&gt;
- Support you with a new project &amp;ndash; like a pop-up shop or wholesale&lt;br /&gt;
- Give you the confidence to grow as a founder and business owner&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Then get in touch now, and let&amp;rsquo;s talk.&lt;/p&gt;

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