Making it Work
The real journey of building a business
Why I Chose a Virtual Office — And Why You Might Too. GVDP
The Day I Realised I Needed a Virtual Office If you’d told me a few years ago that I’d be running a growing community of 400+ creatives in Brixton without renting extra office space for my own admin work, I would have laughed. But that’s exactly what happened. As...
Why a Virtual Office in Brixton Means More Than Just an Address. GVDP.
By Gerald Vanderpuye, Founder of ib.studio Not Just a Service — A Connection When most people think of a virtual office, they picture a postal address and mail handling. Functional, yes — but at ib.studio in Brixton, it’s so much more. Here, your address isn’t just a...
Oh shit! After five years we finally hit the growth curve.”
We’re not running big paid ad campaigns. We’re not chasing followers on TikTok. We don’t even have a good social media strategy. We’ve only focused on two things: Building a Community Launch System Leveraging SEO And it’s finally working. We’re doing something a...
Founder Spotlight: Finally, There’s a macOS, Windows and Linux App for Gmail!
Gmail is used by 1.8M people so why doesn't Google, Windows and Linux have a native macOS app for Gmail? It's baffling. I have 11 Gmail accounts—if you're an entrepreneur, freelancer, or working across multiple startups, you'll probably understand. Between work...
How our Community Interest Company is making an Impact for entrepreneurs
It would be easy to assume that a business which provides co-working space and supports entrepreneurs would be set up in a way that maximises profits;
How to Choose a Co-Working Space
Whether you're a small business, a sole trader or an employee needing to work outside the company office, a co-working space could be just what you need. But how do you choose one that's right for you? Here are Impact Brixton's top tips for selecting a suitable...
Important Updates from Companies House: What You Need to Know
I’ve always believed that everyone should have their own company or at least a side hustle—it’s the best way to control your finances, manage taxes effectively, and secure your financial future.
Impact Brixton Member Highlight: Sam Hunter – Founder of Big Name PR
Sam Hunter – Founder of Big Name PR 1. Tell us who you are and what you create? Big Name PR is a digital platform connecting musicians with curators to amplify their music. Our website simplifies how independent artists reach music bloggers, playlist makers, and...
Impact Brixton Member Spotlight: Tayo Adesina, Founder of Trash Gxng
Meet Tayo Adesina – Founder of Trash Gxng, Using Streetwear to Fight Social Isolation 1. Tell us who you are and what you create. I’m the founder of Trash Gxng—a creative streetwear initiative designed to empower young people through fashion. We run six-week...
Artisanal Intelligence: How Creatives Add Soul to an AI-Driven Future
Blending Craftsmanship with Digital Magic When Roy showed me Canvastique3D in action, I was blown away. Imagine holding up a hand-drawn pattern to your camera and instantly seeing it wrap around a 3D model on your screen – it’s like magic. Roy’s innovation beautifully...
The Creative Economy’s Hidden Potential
When we launched IBCreate at Impact Brixton, our coworking space, we were taken aback by the response. We received a staggering 420 applications for just 50 spots—nearly eight times what we had anticipated. This unexpected success underscored a crucial aspect of the...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Confirmation Statement
The ultimate guide to filing your confirmation statement to ensure business compliance. So you’ve set up your company, you’ve registered with Companies House and you’ve got your business up and running. The next step in business compliance? You need to file your...