East Midlands Chamber is hosting a series of webinars as part of their Start and Sustain programme, aimed at people who are thinking about starting their own business. The webinars take place on various dates from 4th November.
What to expect
Not sure if self-employment is the right path for you? This interactive webinar is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs explore the realities of running a business and assess whether self-employment aligns with their skills, circumstances and ambitions. Through practical exercises, myth busting activities and guided reflection, participants will gain a clear understanding of what is involved in starting and sustaining a successful business.
The session covers:
- Motivations behind starting a business
- Personal qualities and skills that contribute to success
- Common misconceptions that often prevent people from taking the first step
- How to evaluate the viability of a business idea
- How to identify and understand their target customers
- How to research competitors
- Developing a start-up action plan
The webinar also includes guidance on essential legal, regulatory and compliance considerations, helping attendees understand their responsibilities before they start trading.
Whether you are simply exploring an idea, testing a concept, or preparing to launch, this workshop will provide practical guidance, realistic insights and actionable next steps to support your start up journey.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand what is involved in starting and running a business
- Reflect on the skills and attributes needed to succeed in self-employment
- Challenge common myths and misconceptions about starting a business
- Assess whether self-employment is the right option for them
- Identify the key elements of a viable business idea
- Recognise important legal, regulatory and compliance requirements
- Create a prioritised action plan to support their business start-up journey
How to attend
This workshop is suitable for anyone considering self-employment, from those with an initial idea through to individuals preparing to launch their business.
The workshop is open to anyone based in Derbyshire or Nottinghamshire, who is thinking of starting a business or has held a business for less than two years. This webinar is part of the Start and Sustain programme.
Attendance is free of charge but must be booked online via the East Midlands Combined County Authority Growth Hub website.
Start & Sustain is funded by East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA). Delivered by East Midlands Chamber.
Start & Sustain is a fully funded business support programme available across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire until June 2028, subject to programme eligibility and funding conditions.
