Starting a business

Are you passionate about starting a new business? Have you registered your business but feel unsure about the next steps or how to make your first sale? Apprehensive about starting out on your own?

EnterprisingYou is here to support you every step of the way on your start-up journey!

Our EnterprisingYou Starting Your Business workshops are the perfect place to begin. These workshops provide you with the fundamental steps and practical knowledge and skills that will equip you to successfully launch your business with confidence. Plus, we'll demystify all that confusing business jargon you often hear. You'll be well-prepared and ready to take on your entrepreneurial adventure!

Starting your business: key steps and legal essentials

We’ll guide you through the early stages of starting a business, helping you cut through conflicting advice and focus on what really matters. We’ll look at the key steps to take in your first year, from understanding legal requirements to reducing risk and building a strong foundation for growth.

Reaching customers and managing your finances

You'll learn how to identify your target audience, explore realistic funding options, and manage your finances with confidence. The workshop also covers simple strategies for pricing, cashflow, and marketing—giving you the clarity and confidence to take your first steps as a business owner.

Start Your Business Workshops

To enquire about any of our workshops, please complete the short form to the right and a friendly member of the team will be in touch. All workshops are online and run from 9:30am - 12:30pm unless otherwise stated.

Start Your Business Confidently

2025

NOVEMBER - Monday 3rd | Tuesday 11th | Wednesday 19th
DECEMBER - Monday 1st | Tuesday 9th

2026

JANUARY - Monday 12th | Tuesday 20th
FEBRUARY - Monday 2nd | Tuesday 10th | Wednesday 25th

*SPECIALIST WORKSHOPS*

Starting up in Hospitality - A workshop to help those starting a hospitality understand the legalities and minimise risks

Thursday 22th January 2026

How to Start and Grow a Retail Business - From market stalls to online shops, gain the tools and confidence to launch and grow your business. Including the opportunity to test trade your idea in a real market setting.

Thursday 29th January 2026

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What our clients say

The course today was very helpful and insightful. I went in not sure what to expect but was made to feel welcome and involved. As someone who suffers from disability and anxiety, I can honestly say that this is the calmest experience with new people I have had in MANY years.
C Rooney

After attending the recent workshop, I have acquired substantial insights and knowledge pertinent to start-ups, which I believe will be instrumental in the progression of my entrepreneurial journey. The workshop meticulously highlighted potential challenges and emphasized the best practices in navigating the start-up landscape.
R Gogireddy

Starting up your own business can be a daunting task - but the two workshops I attended really helped me get motivated and start putting my plans into action.