Starting Your Business Workshop

Feb 7 Wed 2018

9.30 am - 1.00 pm
External Event

Prepare to get your bright idea off the ground, step by step, at this essential planning workshop packed with vital start-up tips, tools and expert guidance that will prepare you to give your business the best chance of success.

Come to grips with everything you need to know before you get started and walk away prepared with a clear vision of the next steps needed to turn your idea into business reality.

There are no guarantees in business, but often it’s what you do before you get started that will ensure those vital first steps are on the right path for the best chance of success.

So, take the guesswork out of your next steps and get ready and fully prepared to get your business off to the right start at this practical three and a half-hour workshop led by an experienced small business operator with real-life know-how and lots of insight to share.

Find out how to plan, prepare and test your business idea, step by step, in a small group setting that will equip you to make informed decisions about what you need to do next to minimise the risks and make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead.

Come away armed with practical tools and templates, expert tips and advice, and a head start on where to access the right support in future.

Learn how to:

  • Test your idea, product or service
  • Assess your business readiness and next steps to fill any gaps
  • Analyse your market
  • Decide the business structure that’s right for you
  • Understand and manage your business risks and opportunities
  • Prepare a business plan
  • Complete all the steps to register and set up your business
  • Access ongoing advice and support to help your business grow.

Includes a free follow-up one-on-one mentoring session with an experienced small business mentor who will tailor advice and information for your individual circumstances.

Get ready to take your business from idea to reality and onwards to success at this essential Small Business Victoria workshop, one of many that have helped businesses in Victoria get started for more than 10 years.

Your presenter:  Vickie Burkinshaw

Vickie is a business facilitator, trainer, coach, writer and mentor providing inspiration and support to a range of businesses and social enterprises across Australia. She currently runs her own consulting business, helping people and organisations achieve positive change.

Her areas of expertise include start-ups, change management, enterprise growth, business coaching and strategic planning.

Cost:   $30

Bookings essential.

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