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Find out what's involved in starting a business and where to go for support and advice.
Is being in business right for me?
Starting a business is a big step. First, you need to ask yourself questions like:
Do you have the right idea?
To succeed you'll need a business idea that works. You'll need to think about things like:
What skills will you need?
You'll need a wide range of business and personal skills – such as accounting, marketing, customer service, time management and organisational skills. There are many courses and organisations that can help you gain any skills you don't have now.
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What's in a business plan?
There are lots of people who can help you get started in business. But first they'll want to see a business plan.
Your business plan is an outline of your business operation and your goals. It sets the general direction for your business and details how you plan to achieve your business targets.
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What business structure is right for me?
To own and operate a business you need to choose a business structure that suits your needs. Small businesses generally choose one of three business structures – sole trader, partnership or company.
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Where can I get help?
'biz' is a free business information and referral service that provides help to people starting or running a business. An expert biz Adviser can help you access information and resources to develop and grow your business.
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