Are You Ready to Start Your Business?

Business Planning

One of the first things you'll need to consider is firming up the type of business you want to start and create a business plan for your new venture. Your plan is a key document that shows your path to profitability. You may also need this document to secure financing and to open a new bank account.

Start-up Ideas

You can get ideas and templates for your plan in the how to start a business section that provides ideas and opportunities available for new entrepreneurs. Included are step-by-step guides on starting up, developing your skills and building a business during a recession.

Utilities Guide

Additionally there are many business utilities you may require such as electricity, gas, broadband, telephone and office space.

Business Financing Guides

Most new businesses need some form of finance with some finding it difficult to get loans from banks. However, there are other alternative financing options available covered in our guides in the small business finance section.

Bank Accounts

All the banks offer various periods of free banking so ensure you get the right bank account by reading our small business banking guides.

Insuring Your Premises, Staff and Decisions

If you have customers visiting you, provide professional advice or employ staff then ensure you have the correct level of liability insurance to mitigate against potential claims. Business insurance is actually excellent value for money so ensure you shop around.

Marketing Ideas to Get More Customers

Finding new prospects and driving more sales from existing customers is difficult. Our marketing and sales guides provide ideas for advertising, promotions, targeting the right customer groups, branding, leadership, and negotiation skills.

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Business utility prices including gas and electricity

Utility Prices

Guidance on the type of utilities your business may require including gas, electricity and help with serviced offices.

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Receiving a van insurance quote for a self-employed courier

Van Insurance

How to get affordable van insurance if you're working as a self-employed courier or owner/ driver.

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Business savings and deposit accounts

Banking Updates

If you have a positive income, then there are savings and deposit accounts that could earn you reasonable interest.

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