Before you start a business
Increase your chance of success by being well-prepared before you start. This section is packed with tools and templates to help you make sure your business idea is viable, including our Before You Start Health Check. You'll also find out about handy services to help you get started including mentors, personalised information packs and more.
How to start a business checklist
Pre-planning is key to your businessÂ’ success - use this assessment health check to ensure that you start off your business on the right footing
Is running a business for you?
Find tools and assistance to get the skills and knowledge to start a business. Find out about buying, setting up a franchise or existing business
Researching your business idea
Research increases your chances of success. Learn more on market research and other research methods. Test your business idea with our business plan template
Commercialisation
From idea to reality, learn what's involved in commercialisation to make sure that your great idea becomes a viable business
Useful Tools
Expert Picks
Top five business tools recommended by expert David Gregory
- Basic Business Plan
- SWOT & Competitor Analysis
- 90 Day Goal Planner
- Marketing Plan Guide
- The Daily Cost of Doing Business
