Decide if running your own business is really for you

Course aim

The aim of this course is to assist people with the issues of running their own business. To look at common pitfalls and how they may be addressed.

Course audience

This course is designed for people who are about to retire, or have recently done so, those in their late 50s or 60s.

Course content

  • To provide initial guidance and training for clients wishing to start their own business
  • To outline the Skills and Knowledge needed to run a business
  • How to construct and write a Business Plan
  • To list further sources of information

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Course Details

The Start Your Own Business Course  has been developed : –

1

To provide initial guidance and training for clients wishing to start their own business

Discussion of the business idea. Assessment of whether there is a "niche in the market or a market in the niche".
2

To assist in deciding whether Self Employment is for you

The types of structure - Limited company, Sole Trader or Partnership. A look also at franchises.
3

To outline the Skills and Knowledge needed to run a business

Time management, mental resilience, multi-tasking, planning and financial
4

To outline how to construct and write a Business Plan

The elements of an effective business plan and making a start on writing one for the business.
5

To give you a head start

The idea is that you can learn from the experience of others and so not have to "re-invent the wheel!" This will have your business up and running more quickly.
6

To list further sources of information

Details of relevant resources and websites to assist the new business owner.

The format is a 1 Day workshop followed by individual 1:1 coaching sessions.  These sessions can be spread over a number of months or grouped closely together.  Additional coaching may be purchased as required.

Course attendees often form an alumni group and support each other through the journey ahead.

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