Tools and Resources
It's never been a better time to start out as an entrepreneur - there are a huge amount of things out there to help you. Here's a selection of our favourite tools & resources.
- Business planning
- Setting up
Online course from HMRC on setting up your own business:
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/courses/SYOB3/syob_3/html/syob_3_menu.html
Companies House - Register your Ltd Company
- Marketing
Buffer - Social Media Scheduling tool
Google Analytics - Better understand your website traffic for better marketing
Mailchimp - Create and grow mailing lists
- Networking
Meetup.com - Find Local Networking Events
Eventbrite.com - Search events by type and location
Birmingham Chamber of Commerce - Future Faces
- Funding
Government-backed Startup Loans: www.startuploans.co.uk
- Government support
If you are a student or graduate currently running a business and you are concerned about the impact that coronavirus may have – please see the below links to some useful sources of information about government support and more:
Government Website – Business Support
Princes Trust and NatWest Enterprise Relief Fund
Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP – Up to date Information and Advice for Businesses