Federation of Small Businesses Reviews 

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I attended the FSB North London event today, led by Cheryl-Lya Broadfoot. I've been to many FSB meetings, all of which have been enjoyable, but this one stood out. Cheryl-Lya had prepared some grea... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FAB networking event led by Cheryl-lya! Been to a few FSB Virtual Online Networking events now and I always come away with a smile on my face and new connections. Thank you so much! Molly - T... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really enjoyed today's FSB North London meeting hosted by Cheryl-Lya Broadfoot. What stood out for me was the time we had for real conversations, not just quick introductions. The breakout sess... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WATCHED FSB OVER FORTY YEARS,JOINED RECENTLY,AFTER A WEEK,LEGAL HELP HOPLESS,EMAILS DAILY,IN IT FOR KICK BACKS FROM WHAT THEY SELL,TOTALLY USELESS WILL NOT BE RENEWING MY MEMBERSHIP.IF YOUR A SOLE... See more

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Established 50 years ago to help our members succeed in business, we are a non-profit making and non-party political organisation that’s led by our members, for our members. Members receive an exclusive package of great value business services including advice, financial products and support. The benefits include protection in the case of tax inspection, legal and HR advice, as well as local networking groups and business banking. We don’t only provide fantastic membership benefits - FSB is also the UK’s leading business campaigner, focused on delivering change which supports smaller businesses to grow and succeed. Our policy and advocacy team in Westminster focuses on UK and English policy issues. Further to this, our expert teams in Glasgow, Cardiff and Belfast work with governments, elected members and decision-makers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Osteopath treatments (6)

Personalised and professional service

September 13, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Kelly,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5* review that's great!

We're pleased you were able to obtain these Osteopath sessions through FSB Care, the nurses there are just invaluable.

Thanks again,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient service

June 29, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Mrs Webb,

Thank you so much for your 5* review.

We are glad to see that you have began using your FSB member benefits, please feel free to contact us on Customer Services if you require any further support.

Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Positive introduction to the FSB

I have just joined the FSB and had a very positive experience speaking to Claire Smith. She was extremely cheerful, helpful and informative. She provided a detailed breakdown of all the benefits offered by the FSB and went over and above to answer all my queries. I'm looking forward to utilising my membership and know I have great support ahead in my entrepreneurial journey. Janette

August 31, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Janette,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review!

Great to hear that Claire was able to help you navigate through the benefits of being a FSB member. We hope you find value in your membership and if you ever need any additional support, please don't hesitate to reach out to us here at customer services.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible value, an essential business resource

I've been an FSB member for many years and I'm so appreciative of the support and services I have access to. As a sole trader, I feel membership is vital to the continued success of my work. The resources available and the value obtained in the annual membership is incredible. Thank you FSB! Amy Nelson, Wedding Day Dance UK

September 6, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Amy,

Thank you so much for your fantastic view!

We're so happy to hear you've found value in your membership and that you feel that we have contributed towards your success.

Thank you for your continued support over the years and please don't hesitate to reach out to us here at customer services if you need any further support.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Review do Anita Johnson

I had the pleasure of working with Anita Johnson and I can't express enough how grateful I am for the invaluable guidance and support I received.
She took the time to understand my business, its goals, and challenges thoroughly. Her insights were spot-on, and her recommendations were tailored to my needs.
I am genuinely grateful for her contributions to my entrepreneurial journey. Thank you.

September 5, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Portia,

What a lovely review! Thank you so much for taking the time out to write this. I have passed this onto Anita and I'm sure she'll be ever so grateful of the positive comments you've made.

We hope you find value in your FSB membership and please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer services team if you need any further support.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really useful, Thank you!

I recently had a call with Martin, this was to introduce the FSB services online and how to use/access them. Martin was so helpful, going through everything and ensuring I understood the sections. It was extremely informative and useful! I hope to use the FSB's many resource's to grow my new small business. Thank you Martin

August 30, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Julie,

Thank you so much for your feedback!

Great to hear Martin was able to deliver a informative and useful call regarding membership. There is a wealth of knowledge right at your finger tips and sometimes you just need a little guidance to see how much there is on offer.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to us here at customer services if you require anymore information or guidance.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top telephone support

Brilliant telephone support, I was quickly given the help that I needed plus some.

July 1, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good afternoon Laura,

Thanks for leaving such a positive review and we are really pleased to hear you have had such good service.

Hope you continue to make the most of your FSB membership and we are here if you need us again !

thanks - Julie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FSB Care

I learnt about FSB Care when attending a webinar aimed at making sure members understood all the services and benefits available.
FSB Care was not one I knew about, and having received a breast cancer diagnosis late last year, I contacted the team to see what they could offer.
The outcome a wonderful nurse who rang me after agreed milestones in my treatment, to provide a listening ear and sound advise.
Invaluable.

August 17, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Mandy,

We're so pleased to hear you have benefited from FSB care's services. You'd be surprised how many members forget they have this wonderful benefit to take advantage of, so its great to hear your positive comments about them and the fantastic nurses that support our members.

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our services Mandy, wishing you a speedy recovery.

- Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Welcoming and helpful

I had a 60-minute telephone chat, about how to use the website and benefit from my FSB membership, with Mark Turland today and found it very useful and welcoming. There is a lot of help and advice for small business owners and sole-traders.

August 21, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Michael,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5* review, much appreciated!
It is great to see you have been shown in depth the FSB member benefits available to you.
If you need any further support or advice, please do call us on Customer Services - 0808 202 0888.

Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service as all FSB services…

Fantastic service as all FSB services are. Helpful, thorough and professional.

August 4, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Paul,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5* review!

We appreciate your positive feedback on our services and we're pleased you're finding value in your membership.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Success thanks to FSB!

I find it unfathomable that another small business would choose to deliberately not pay our invoice. We tried the polite, friendly reminder approach and nothing.
However, as an FSB Member with access to FSB legal resources, I was able to use a formal template letter to help me. Whilst, there was no further communication from the business owner (and no apology), in less than an hour, the invoice was paid. Thank you FSB!

July 25, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Jane,

Thank you for your 5* review.

What a fantastic result, so glad you've taken advantage of the Legal Hub templates!

Remember, if you need any further help or support we are here on Customer Services Monday to Friday 08:00 - 18:00.

Many thanks
Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am delighted to be a part of FSB…

I am delighted to be a part of FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) as a member. They truly offer everything in one place, providing excellent services and support. From the very start, their friendly development manager has been extremely helpful. The Member Hub is a treasure trove, covering all the crucial aspects that every business needs, such as an amazing Legal Hub, including services for data protection, debt recovery, contracts, and trading. Moreover, they prioritize health and safety matters.

One thing I appreciate is their personalized approach. FSB offers 1-to-1 sessions to assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their specific needs. This level of individual attention is fantastic!

Another highlight is the array of networking opportunities provided by FSB. They organize both in-person and online networking events, which have been beneficial for expanding my business connections.

Furthermore, I am impressed by their commitment to supporting SMEs when dealing with government-related issues. FSB stands alongside SMEs to resolve any challenges that may arise.

Overall, my experience with FSB has been exceptional. They have proven to be an invaluable resource for my business, and I highly recommend them to any entrepreneur in need of comprehensive support and assistance.

July 26, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Marwa,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 5* review!

It is great to see you are making the most of your member benefits & you see the advantages of 1 to 1 sessions with FSB.

Remember, if you need any further support or advice please know we are here on Customer Services Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00.

Thanks
Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having the backing of the FSB

Just finished a great 1to1 with Tim Aker. The FSB is the best insurance a small business can have.
Matt Ramsden
R&R Audio Visual Ltd

July 27, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Matthew,

Thanks so much for leaving us a 5* review of our services!

We're pleased Tim was able to connect with you to go through the benefits of being an FSB member and we hope you benefit from the services available and have that peace of mind for you and your business.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to us here at customer services if you need any further assistance.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Minutes after I filled in the form on…

Minutes after I filled in the form on the website I received a phone call from FSB. After a brief conversation I decided to join them. Now, almost a week later I have already used the Legal Hub and also had introductory 1 hour call explaining all the benefits of memebership (Thank you Justin). FSB is really well organised. So far I'm very impressed. Thank you.

July 26, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Pawel,

We're so pleased you're making the most of your membership so far that's great! There is a wealth of knowledge available to members so the introductory call's are important as it helps you understand what is available to you and your business, we're glad you found this useful.

Please don't hesitate to contact us here at customer services if you need any further assistance.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just got the information in ChatGPT…

Just got the information in ChatGPT about FSB. I connected online and also attended the meeting that was held at British Library. Personally I felt that It would be like a conference where some person will give advice. But its entirely different, Its a platform where others can interact with Us and vice Versa. Great support from the staff and once again thanks to FSB.

July 21, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Surendra,

Thank-you for taking the time to leave us a review on our services. We're so pleased you enjoyed the event at the British Library and we'll gladly pass your positive comments on.

Hope to see you at our future events!

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Treasure Trove of Information

There's a huge amount of information on the FSB website, so having a 1-2-1 call with Justin Yates just a week after joining was invaluable (thank you Justin!!)
His structured walkthrough of all the benefits, from legal protection to networking events, and from HR advice to business banking, has certainly helped me understand there really is something for every small business who joins the FSB.
Probably the best money you'll ever spend on your business and will likely save you much more in terms of the benefits it offers and the training you have access to.

July 19, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

What a lovely review to read! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to leave us such wonderful feedback, Grace.

We're please Justin has gone out of his way to explain the benefits to you fully, there's a lot to take in but even more to benefit from! We hope you can utilise your membership to the fullest and if you need any further support, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us here at Customer Services.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service!

Great Service!
I would recommend any business to sign up for FSB. The support and services they are offer is great. There is local people to support and guide you.

July 13, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning Lisa,

Thank you for the feedback and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

We appreciate your support and hope you continue making the most of your membership!

Many Thanks
Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear-patience-concise walk through…

Clear-patience-concise walk through talk through of the FSB website!
Many thanks!

July 20, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Morning James,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5* review.

We’re so pleased to hear you've been successfully navigated through the FSB website, please don't hesitate to contact us on Customer Services if you require further support/ advice.

Many Thanks
Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really useful to have a phone…

Really useful to have a phone 'walkthrough' of all the services offered by the FSB. More than I expected. Mark was knowledgeable and went at just the right pace and was able to highlight, at my request, what is relevant to me at this moment in time. Thank you!

July 20, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Helen,

Thank you so much for your valuable feedback and 5* review!

Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you need any more insight on your membership benefits.

Many thanks,
Katie - FSB

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FSB Network Meetings Online

Just came of another fantastic meeting with the FSB this time at Berkshire. One of the beauties of FSB is not only do you get to attend a load of meetings for your annual membership, you also get a load of helpful services from Health Care, Insurance, and other similar benefits, you also get a voice on behalf of Small Businesses in Government.

July 11, 2023
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Reply from Federation of Small Businesses

Good Afternoon Andrew,

We're so pleased to hear you're attending the events and making the most of your membership. We thank you for taking the time to leave us such lovely feedback and we appreciate your continued support.

Many thanks,

Leah - FSB

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