Looking to start a business but not sure where to go for support? Why not ‘Start & Grow’? Start & Grow business support is available to pre and post start ups, who are looking to employ from the get-go and looking for start-up financing to get off of the ground. The support is tailored and bespoke to the clients individuals needs, ensuring a…
Bradford Chamber offers a number of free business planning workshops in flexible formats: Getting Set for Business – 1 Day Fast Track These FREE workshops are coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce and take place in Bradford and Leeds. Upcoming dates: Leeds (Leeds Chamber, 2nd Floor, Elizabeth House, 13-19 Queen Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 2TW): Dates for 2016 coming…
The government is expanding its start-up loans scheme, which offers young entrepreneurs loans to help them start businesses. The scheme had originally been aimed at 18-to-24-year-olds has been expanded to all ages above 18 yrs. Prime Minister David Cameron said “ there were record numbers of new companies starting and the start-up loan was “absolutely vital for the future of…
You don’t have to invent something new to be a success. Seeing a gap in the market or improving on a current product or service can result in real success. For many years Mr Sriram had been successfully making and supply reusable bags made from natural fibres to a wide range of business. Then along came his daughter Smruti Sriram…
When looking for the ideal business partner it is important to remember that common interests and communication skills are key to making a partnership work. These attributes are necessary but not sufficient to be an ideal business partner. Other attributes such as experience would also be beneficial, the important thing is you both research deep into your business idea, and…
Starting a business is an exciting thing to do. So there’s nothing more frustrating than feeling that you are being held back by bureaucracy, red tape and the fear of not having everything in place. The Start Up Yorkshire team can help you get things right from the word “GO”. We can take away the worries that peck at your…