Overview

If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this FREE workshop will take you through the essentials. 

You’ll cover the key steps; from initial assessment and looking at your suitability to run a business, to financing your idea, and identifying sales opportunities. 

You’ll also receive lots of hints and tips on where to find more detailed information and advice on how to start a business.

Main topics covered

The workshop covers:

  • the essentials of starting your own business
  • key steps to launching your business
    • assess your business idea
    • build your business plan
    • choose your business structure
    • legal obligations
    • build your support team
    • figure out your finances
    • market your business

You'll receive a practical workbook, which includes an 'Are you ready?' checklist, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.

Who it's for

Anyone thinking about starting their own business, or who already has a business but is open to new ideas.  

About the presenter

Our foundation workshops are presented by SBDC business advisers and local small business owners. These presenters have been selected for their vast experience and expertise in this subject area.

Testimonials

Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the SBDC. We went in with low expectations due to the ‘Starting a Business’ course being free, we were very mistaken! We have come away with a heap of extremely important information, things to avoid, great resources and the right way to tackle starting a new business. Thank you Brian, engaging, funny, straight to the point and on time! Best 2 hours for a lifetime of business start-up advice.
Monique Le Roux

The SBDC Starting a Business workshop is a MUST DO for anyone wanting to start their own business. It offers great guidance, practical advice and where you can get support. Highly recommended!!

Genneva Fairclough

I just attended the online 'Starting a Business Workshop' and it was extremely informative and the resources given will be very helpful. It was a free event too which was a bonus! Very worth the 2 hours to hear from a knowledgeable person and have the opportunity to ask questions.

Emily Keye
Business skills
Foundation Workshop

Cost

Free

This workshop is offered free of charge thanks to substantial funding from the Government of Western Australia.

What's included

  • Access to the live workshop
  • A recording of the workshop which you can access for up to seven days post event (online workshops only)
  • Copies of any resources shared with attendees

When and where

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