This FREE online Masterclass covers all of the important aspects of setting up and running a successful business in the first 12 months. Covering everything from getting into the right mind set to important financial control techniques, these 4 session are crammed with everything you will need to know and is led by an experienced Blue Orchid Business Advisor. This event is designed to assist you whether you are about to start trading, or require help to grow within your first 12 months of trade.

Topics include

Session 1 - Exploring Enterprise – Monday 2nd November from 9:30am - 12:30pm

• Reviewing the best legal structure for your business


• What is self-employment and how do I register?

Session 2 - Market Research - Tuesday 3rd November from 9:30am - 12:30pm

• Information and tools to help you research your idea, identify your target market and your competition


• Branding and promoting your business


• The tools to implement a successful sales strategy


• Understanding your business start-up costs and raising finance

Session 3 - Finance and Legal - Thursday 5th November from 09:30am - 12:30pm

• Understanding your business start-up costs and raising finance


• Developing financial forecasts to assess the viability of your business idea


• Income Tax, VAT and Corporation Tax


• Accountancy Records and Invoicing

Session 4 - Business Planning - Friday 6th November from 09:30am - 12:30pm

• What is a Business Plan?


• Do I need a Business Plan?


• Where do I start?


• Using a Business Plan for gaining finance

This FREE Masterclass is delivered as part of the Enterprise for Success Programme and is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund, Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP and Local Authority partners.

Any queries please call Blue Orchid on 0121 516 0330.

Book your place here.