Starting Out

Our business start-up process is a mix of training, practical assistance and where eligible, financial support aimed at helping you to plan, set up and run your own business in South Durham.

An initial appointment with an Business Advisor to discuss:

• Your business idea
• The practical assistance available
• Grants & financial incentives
• Preparing a Business Plan
• Cash Flow Forecast
• A Pre-Start Training Course
• Enterprise Essentials Workshops - business skills training
• 4 x Workshops to help understand the process of becoming self employed
  • Introduction to Self Employment Getting the Basics Right
  • Business Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Marketing

Once you start trading we will help you to:

• Register as self-employed (Inland Revenue)
• Set up suitable accounts
• Review your progress
• Ongoing help & support

To arrange an appointment contact the Start Up team on 01388 776688