Have a business idea? Our workshops will allow you to explore your business idea further.
Held at various locations, you can book into an upcoming workshop, choosing either our Exploring Self-Employment Workshops or Business Launchpad – Start-Up Fast Track. Find a workshop near you further below.
1. Exploring Self-Employment Workshops
BUSY At Work offer funded places in Exploring Self-Employment Workshops.
The workshop will help you:
- Understand what’s involved in starting a business.
You have the idea, now what are the next steps? From assessing the viability of your idea to learning what is legally required in Australia to start your business. - Work with others, meet people and network your business ideas.
Connect to the right people and markets that can help your business get off the ground. - Generate or validate a business idea into a real world business plan.
Having a business plan will give you a clearer idea of your steps forward, how to measure them, improve and finesse your business for success. - Make an informed decision about whether self-employment is right for you.
Understanding what it takes to start a business, some of the challenges and rewards will help you decide if it’s right for you right now. - Speak with established business operators: find out what is involved in running a business.
Hear from others and learn first hand what some of the challenges and rewards are – and get some great tips! - Start-up Essentials: steps involved to start up, business structure, awareness of key legal, insurance, tax, and financial record keeping.
Make sure all your paperwork is in order to legally operate a business in Australia. - Going Digital: the importance of having online presence and identifying a suitable medium.
Learn how to use social media, website and online advertising to leverage your brand awareness and business results. - Branding and Marketing: developing a brand, marketing and the value of your business to the consumer.
Refine and position your brand and products to reach the correct markets.
2. Business Launchpad – Start-up Fast Track
Join our 1 day workshop to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! Here’s what you’ll gain:
- Discover Small Business Essentials: Get a comprehensive overview of what it takes to start and run a small business, along with a handy resource guide to kickstart your journey.
- Master Online Visibility: Learn essential tips to quickly get your business noticed online and kickstart your marketing efforts.
- Overcome Roadblocks: Stuck on a minor detail? We’ll help you overcome obstacles holding you back, ensuring you stay on track to success.
- Access Free Coaching and Training: Discover available free business coaching and training options to fast track your business launch.
- Make Informed Decisions: Understand the challenges and rewards of self-employment to make an informed decision about your entrepreneurial path.
- Connect with Experienced Mentors: Speak with seasoned business mentors for valuable insights and guidance.
- Walk Away Prepared: Leave with a personalised to-do list and valuable resources to propel your business forward.
Interested?
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