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What it means to be self-employed, what you legally need to do if you work for yourself, and support for your business

Thinking of starting a business but don’t know where to begin? Follow our ten step guide to a successful start-up

An overview of the benefits of setting up a business in the Belfast Council area

An overview of organisations and support that can help you start your business in Belfast

The business environment, infrastructure and benefits of setting up a business in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon

Start-up support for entrepreneurs in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area

How to make a success of doing business in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area

Start-up support for entrepreneurs in the Ards and North Down Borough Council area

How to make a success of doing business in the Ards and North Down Borough Council area

Free downloadable business plan template with tips and guidance to help you write a successful business plan.

Five key steps that can help you to prepare a successful business plan when you're starting a business.

A list of things you must do when creating your business plan and things you don't want to do in order to avoid mistakes.

Tips for business plan presentation, such as appendices, proofreading and further advice and support.

What to include in your business sales, cashflow and profit and loss forecasts, including financial forecast examples.

Information to include about how you will source, procure, create and deliver the goods or services you will be selling.

An analysis of your workforce - the structure, key skills of your team, training and recruitment plans.

Sectors covering price, customers, your sales channels, distribution methods, promotional strategy and sales plan.

Define your market, identify your target customers and main competitors and look to the future to anticipate change.

Outlining what your company does, what you can offer, the market needs you address and why your idea is viable.

Follow these executive summary dos and don'ts to create an engaging and persuasive executive summary.

How to make a clear and simple plan for how your business will move through the startup and growth phases.

Your business plan will need to be ready for an external audience to view if you're seeking finance or investment.

A guide on the essential role that creating and using a business plan plays in starting your new business.

Information on organisations that provide mentoring opportunities for local businesses in Northern Ireland.

Online business mentoring lets mentors and mentees work together wherever they are located at times which suit.