Starting out

Starting a business is incredibly exciting, but there’s also a lot to get your head wrapped around. From your initial business idea to deciding how to finance your operation, there are many stages you'll go through.

When you’re in the process of getting a business up and running, you’ll need to consider a number of questions:

Am I really ready to commit the time and money needed to start and run a business?
Is there a need for my proposed product or service offering in the market?
What should my business structure be?
Do I need employees or can I go it alone?
What legal obligations do I have?
Where will I get funding for my business?
How will I promote my business?

In this section, we take you through how to start a business and help you understand what's ahead, so you have the right tools at your disposal.

GOT A BUSINESS IDEA?

Starting Out

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Understand financing options for startups

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STARTING YOUR BUSINESS

Starting out

What is the difference between debt and equity finance?

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How to register your business name

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How do you market a business on a budget?

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How to start a business with no cash

HOW CAN WE HELP?

My Business has a range of free resources for your new business. Get support accessing funding for your start-up costs, marketing your new business and managing your legal responsibilities.

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