1st Steps to Start-Up – FREE 2 Day Workshop 5th & 6th September 2022 – Delivered by Video Conferencing

1st Steps to Start-Up – FREE 2 Day Workshop

5th & 6th September 2022 – Free Virtual Event

If you are looking to start a successful business or go self-employed this exciting, innovative online workshop is designed for you.

This two day event delivered by one of our experienced Business Advisors will improve your understanding of the steps you need to take to start a successful business and avoid some of the common pitfalls facing start-ups.

This unique programme is delivered though Zoom alongside access to many helpful tools and provides lots of opportunity to join in the discussions and activities.  Our aim is to help develop vital knowledge and increase confidence so you can move forward quickly in turning your plans into reality.

This workshop is fully funded* (^exclusions apply) and therefore free for you. Both days must be attended.  You will receive easy to follow instructions of how to join us online and ideally you will have access to a laptop, PC or tablet although it is possible to join using a smart phone.

Please note that these workshops are funded via one of our support programmes which you will be required to sign up for.  With these programmes we also offer additional support via 1 – 1 advice sessions and additional training to help make your business green from the beginning and we would encourage you to take part in.

  • Date 5th September, 2022
  • Time 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Venue Online Event

Event Description

5th & 6th September 2022

09.30-16.30

During the two days we will cover:

  • Are you ready to go self employed or start a business?
  • Effective market research
  • Choosing a business name
  • What makes a good advert
  • The essentials of social media and digital marketing
  • How to set up your business and stay within the rules
  • What business records you’ll need to keep
  • Decoding accounting language and make it easy to understand
  • How tax works
  • How to write a business plan
  • How to write a cashflow/financial forecast and work out your profit
  • Where to get funding for start ups

After you leave this course you will:  

  • Be able to see if your idea can make a profit
  • Have the tools to help you do effective market research
  • Know how to reach the right customers for your business
  • Create adverts that get attention and work
  • Know which business structure will work best for you
  • Understand basic tax and bookkeeping requirements for sole traders and limited companies
  • Know how to create a cashflow and work out your profit.
  • Be able to write a clear business plan to help you get finance
  • Have more confidence to make a success of your new business
  • Know where to get help in the future

“Excellent information and interaction with others at the same stage of starting a business. Business plan, financials, Marketing and much more. Highly recommended.”

“The two day course aided me to feel more confident in my planning whilst also being a joy to attend. ”

“Clear, professional and in depth direction towards the establishment of my own business. What a fantastic initiative, thank you.”

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