Digital Islands - Time to Grow

Specialist business support built around you

Time to Grow is designed for actively trading businesses across East Sussex that want practical help to overcome barriers, develop opportunities and move forward with greater clarity.

Delivered by Digital Islands Business Services, the programme starts with a free 20-minute discovery call followed by a structured diagnostic assessment. Rather than expecting you to know exactly what support you need, this process looks across the business and identifies where specialist input could make the greatest difference.

Up to 16 hours with the right specialist

Accepted businesses can receive up to 16 hours of dedicated one-to-one support, typically delivered over around three months. You are personally matched with an experienced specialist whose expertise fits your priorities.

Support is available across areas including:

• Marketing strategy, SEO and digital visibility
• Sales, business development and commercial growth
• AI, automation and digital systems
• Finance, cash flow and commercial planning
• HR, leadership and organisational development
• Brand, positioning and customer engagement

The support is shaped around agreed goals rather than a standard programme, helping you concentrate time and expertise on the areas most likely to make a difference.

Fully funded support for East Sussex businesses

This support is fully funded by East Sussex County Council, the Sussex and Brighton Strategic Authority and the UK Government.

Time to Grow is available to eligible East Sussex SMEs that are already trading and genuinely want to develop. Sole traders, freelancers, partnerships and limited companies can all be considered, with places prioritised where specialist support is likely to have a meaningful impact.

Previous businesses supported through programmes delivered by Digital Islands have reported outcomes including increased enquiries, stronger sales contacts, new contracts, improved online engagement and greater confidence in their business direction.

Start with a straightforward conversation

You do not need to diagnose the problem before you apply. The first step is simply a free 20-minute discovery call to talk about your business, what you want to achieve and whether Time to Grow could help.

Call 07723 377988 or email Time to Grow to find out more and take the first step towards getting the specialist support your business needs.

You can also follow Time to Grow on LinkedIn for programme news and business growth updates.