Business Support Networks

Thomas is starting a mobile car wash business and wants to ensure he has the right local licenses and can connect with other local businesses. Which support network can help him with local licensing and networking?

• Chambers of Commerce

• Trade Associations

• Charities and Voluntary Organisations

• Friends and Family

Answer explanation

They often help small businesses connect with local authorities, understand licensing requirements, and network with other businesses in the area.

Max is developing a new fitness and wellbeing app. What kind of help can professional bodies provide to Max as he works on his app?

• Food supplier contacts

• Industry certifications and training

• Start-up capital from family

• Charity fundraising

Answer explanation

Professional bodies can offer qualifications, training programs, and recognition that boost credibility and trust in the fitness and wellbeing industry.

Lily is opening a small cafe and is looking for ways her friends and family can support her new business. Which of the following is the most realistic way they can help?

• Providing charity grants

• Giving tech advice for app development

• Offering legal licensing services

• Providing emotional support and helping with staffing

Answer explanation

Friends and family can assist with encouragement, working shifts, and general support, but they are not typically a source of legal, technical, or grant-based help.

Priya is planning to start a business focused on improving community health. She is looking for funding to help launch her idea. Which support network is most likely to provide funding for her community or health-related business idea?

• Chambers of Commerce

• Charities and Voluntary Organisations

• Trade Associations

• Professional Bodies

Answer explanation

These groups often provide grants, funding, or resources for projects that have a social, community, or health-related focus.

Sophia owns a small business and is considering joining a trade association. How might the trade association help her business?

• Helping with app coding

• Giving emotional support

• Providing training, legal updates, and marketing advice

• Running social media campaigns

Answer explanation

Trade associations exist to support businesses in a specific industry with expertise, resources, and up-to-date industry knowledge.

Neha is starting a mobile car wash business and wants advice on the best cleaning products and equipment. Which support network could help her get this advice?

• Friends and Family

• Professional Bodies

• Charities and Voluntary Organisations

• Trade Associations

Answer explanation

They often provide guidance on industry best practices, including recommendations for quality products and reliable suppliers.

Arjun is developing a new fitness app and wants to gain credibility with potential users. Which support network would be most helpful for him?

• Professional Bodies

• Chambers of Commerce

• Friends and Family

• Charities and Voluntary Organisations

Answer explanation

They can provide recognised qualifications, accreditations, or memberships that boost credibility and trust with potential users.

Kiara has recently opened a small café and is looking for ways to connect with local suppliers and meet other hospitality business owners. Which support network might help her achieve this?

• Trade Associations

• Professional Bodies

• Chambers of Commerce

• Friends and Family

Answer explanation

They often organise local networking events, connect members to suppliers, and provide support for businesses in the community.

Ava is starting her own business and decides to ask only her friends and family for advice. Why might this be risky for her?

• They might give inaccurate advice due to lack of expertise

• They always charge high fees

• They offer too many professional resources

• They provide legal and financial support

Answer explanation

Friends and family can be supportive, but without professional knowledge, their advice might not be reliable for making important business decisions.

Tanya is considering joining a trade association to help her grow her business. She researches what trade associations typically offer. Which of these is NOT typically a role of trade associations?

• Providing industry-specific training

• Offering emotional support

• Giving legal updates related to the industry

• Offering marketing advice

Answer explanation

Trade associations focus on industry knowledge, training, legal updates, and marketing advice — emotional support isn’t part of their usual role.