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Posted on 29 Apr 2014

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However good your business idea, taking the plunge and starting your own business can be a daunting process. Making the right moves at this early stage can help set your new business on the road to success.

The Starting Your Business workshop will help you put in place the right foundation to build a successful business. From taking the first steps to conducting a feasibility study on your business idea, this hands-on workshop will help you gain a clear idea of how to start your business.

Is this workshop for me?

If you have a great idea and are embarking on your first business journey, or are in the early stages of establishing a business, Starting Your Business will ensure that you have all the basics covered from the word go.

How will this workshop help me?

You will learn how to:

  • Realistically assess the feasibility of your business idea and establish how ready you are to go into business
  • Decide on the type of business and company structure that is right for you
  • Understand and manage both the opportunities for and risks to your business
  • Develop a sound business plan
  • Complete the essential steps to register and set-up your business

As part of Starting Your Business you will receive:

  • A free one hour business mentoring session and advice tailored to your individual needs from one of our expert small business advisers
  • A comprehensive and easy to use Starting Your Business workbook and reference guide packed full of tips, advice and handy reference resources
  • Valuable networking opportunities with other first time and emerging business owners in your area
  • A follow-up pack containing workshop slides, hints and tips and where to go for more information

Workshop Details:

Host:    Greater Shepparton Business Centre
When:   Thursday 15 May 2014
Time:    6pm to 9.30pm
Where:  Greater Shepparton Business Centre, 70 New Dookie Road Shepparton
Cost:    $30

To register please contact the Greater Shepparton Business Centre on (03) 5832 1100 or email gsbc@shepparton.vic.gov.au