What do you want to learn about?
- I want to write a business plan
- I want to understand the legal requirements when starting a business
- I want to find out where I can get funding for my new business
- I want to learn more about marketing and sales
- I want to make sure my new business is sustainable
- I want to find a course about starting and running a business
Starting a new business venture is full of rewards but invariably it also comes with risks. It is important to evaluate yourself and what you want from your business, as well as do your research and develop a plan. Preparing thoroughly will put you in a strong position if you need secure any type of finance for your business and will help you maintain focus. However, it is also crucial to be mentally prepared for thing to go off track at times. Building in a degree of flexibility will enable you can adapt to any changing circumstances.
Whether it is as obvious as creating a name for your business or more unclear tasks such as what structure would be right for you, we can help. We provide a range of resources, tools and guides designed to get you underway and save you time.
In addition, we can answer some of the common questions that you may have and point you in the right direction if you need additional support or training. Regardless of the sector that you’re looking to operate in or the size of your ambitions for your new business, we have something for you.
Get started with starting your business
A business plan will help clarify your aims for the business, as well as the tactics and strategies to achieve them.
How do you get started with marketing your business? Get the basics of a sales and marketing plan in place.
What do you need to make sure you’re doing when setting up a business to comply with laws and regulations?
Building a sustainable business
Sustainability needs to be at the heart of every new business. Here’s how to set off on the right path from the beginning.
You may need funding to make your business idea a reality. Here’s how you get started.
Learning about running a business
There are many courses available to learn the essentials of starting and running a business
The legal requirements for starting a business
The legal requirements for starting a business can seem intimidating...
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