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Getting started
Taking the first steps
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Taking the first steps
Questions to ask yourself before you start
10-step guide to starting a business
How to research your market and competitors
Buying a business or franchise
Registering with government agencies
Choosing the right business structure
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Choosing the right business structure
Business structure overview
Starting a company
Starting a partnership
Other business structures
Sole trader guide
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Sole trader guide
Becoming a sole trader
Sole trader checklist
Tax 101 for sole traders
Funding and other government help
Business planning tools and tips
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Business planning tools and tips
Introduction to business planning
Business planning e-learning
How to write a business plan
When business planning is right for you
Getting business planning advice
Keeping track of key metrics
How to be environmentally sustainable
What is sustainable business
Business milestones and how we can help
Building a brand
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Building a brand
Creating your brand
Choosing a business name
Developing your unique selling point
Getting an online presence
Strengthening your online presence
Funding your business
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Funding your business
How much money do you need to start a business?
Choosing the right types of funding
Borrowing money
Getting investors on board
Advice and governance
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Advice and governance
Types of advice you’ll need
How business advisors can help
Getting financial advice
Boards and directors
Questions your board will ask
Advice for contractors
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Advice for contractors
What to consider before you starting contracting
Managing your finances
Insurance cover for contractors
What to watch out for in contracts
Finding contracting work
What you need to know if you have multiple jobs
How to grow
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How to grow
Boosting sales
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Boosting sales
Marketing and sales
Exhibiting at trade shows
Tips for tendering
Intellectual property protection
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Intellectual property protection
What is intellectual property
Types of intellectual property
Why intellectual property is important
Simple steps to protect your intellectual property
When to consider intellectual property
Preparing for intellectual property advice
Defending your intellectual property
Protecting your intellectual property overseas
Growth and innovation
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Growth and innovation
Test if you are ready to grow
Fostering innovation
Teaming up with other businesses
Getting government grants
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Getting government grants
What can I get help with?
Grants and help for your new business
Grants and help for your established business
Free government support and services