Self Employment
New Deal Self Employment
Starting a new business can be a rewarding alternative to working for someone else. However, working for yourself requires careful planning and preparation.
If you want to investigate this option then speak to your new deal adviser at the Job Centre who will put you in touch with us.
The new deal process:
- Meet with a Jobcentre Plus New Deal Adviser
- Attend an assessment meeting with one of our Business Advisers
- Up to 8 weeks business planning
- 26 weeks test trading
The support doesn’t end there, your business adviser will be available to help even after you have started your business.
Free Seminars
Lets Talk Business Ideas - 3 Hour
Every great business has started with a simple idea. If you have a great idea, float it with ‘Lets talk business ideas’.
- Is running a business really right for you?
- How can I achieve my vision?
- What are the potential problems?
- The potential rewards?
Full of great advice and tips for people who want to find out how to find out how to move a dream business idea into a reality.
Lets Talk Starting in Business – 6 Hour
If your considering setting up a business ‘Lets talk starting in business’ will give you the tools to help your business take off.
- How to write a good business plan
- Sourcing finance
- Managing cash flow
- Taxation & VAT
- Marketing and lots more….
This seminar is an excellent opportunity to get free information, talk to other local new business starters and swap experience and contacts.
Many more training course and seminars available
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