You have a new business idea and want to progress this further but aren’t sure what steps should be taken.
We can point you in the right direction of where to get help with essential research and turn your idea into a business. The Growth Hub can help you write your business plan; give guidance on what business structure you should adopt. Negotiate your way around the complexity of registering your business with HMRC and companies house and how to find an accountant.
Find help with developing your sales and marketing Strategies. Help is available for developing your online business and social media platforms. The ultimate guide to basic business accounting from Sage Advice gives detailed advice on how to manage your money. The Enterprise Allowance can provide money and support to help you start your own business if you’re getting certain benefits.
There is lots of helpful advice for recruiting and hiring staff. Discover how a business mentor can help you start your business. Find free legal advice for trading standards.
Sage have the ultimate small business toolkit, which includes a business & cash flow forecast template.
HMRC have help and support for company directors. We also have advice for setting up a Social Enterprise company. We have a team of Start up Business Advisors who can help you start a business. What you need to do to set up depends on your type of business, where you work and whether you take people on to help. Government Advice