New Start Up Business: What to do, where to go.......

[noname84]

Hi All,

Apologies I am sure this post from others has been posted many times but I really wanted some useful help and advice for myself.

I am really, really keen on setting up and starting my own business: I know its not easy, I know its not all good, all of the time, and it comes with stress but after working for people for years I just feel if I dont do it now, I never will.

I really want to sell in my own shop, but I think starting out online would be a good starting point....But I want to focus on gifts, home accessories, cards and wrap a very tough market I know...

So I've got my ideas, I have got my trading name, I have made some contacts with suppliers and been to some trade shows.

Have contacted some people from the net for logo/website design.

But what now, where to next?

I dont have any spare income to use, but am working so wanted to continue this until I get everything set up..

Would love some advice from anybody who has been in the same boat.

Would love to be my own boss this time next year.

 

thanks

[CHRIS44G]

Well, it was certainly the best thing I ever did. Opened up a shop 30 years ago and never looked back. It`s tough, don`t get me wrong but nothing beats no one telling you what to do,and reaping your own rewards.

[MARTIN3030]

Would be an idea to put a business plan together.

Once you have done that,you should approach some of the support agencies that will help you move to the next level.

I would suggest your local business chamber of commerce-these are very good.

Also read up on the BIS website.