Thinking about starting your own business but not sure where to begin? 

This free 2 hour workshop will walk you through the essentials to help you confidently take your first steps. From developing the right mindset to setting up legally, finding customers, and accessing support, you’ll get practical advice to start strong - plus a free one-hour follow-up session with a small business specialist to explore your idea and plan your next move.

Workshop outline:

• Are you cut out for business? – Understand the entrepreneurial mindset and what it takes to stay motivated and run a business.
• Getting started – Learn how to register your business, get an ABN, understand GST, choose a business structure and cover key legal basics.
• Validating your business idea – Use simple tools to test if your idea solves a real problem.
• Marketing and branding basics – Discover how to find your first customers and build your brand.
• Support for start-ups – Find out about free and low-cost resources, expert advice, and tools to help you on your journey.
• Bonus – Receive a free one-hour personalised business advice session after the workshop.