Creative Businesses – Taking the fear out of business finance

Organiser: North East BIC

Creative business workshop

Join the North East BIC for our third in the series of Creative workshops aimed to support those Sunderland creatives who intend to set up as a Sole Trader, Limited Company or Partnership.

Whether a full or part-time venture, side hustle or lifestyle business, turn a hobby into income through a relaxed and interactive session.

This fun and engaging workshop covers the highs and the lows of being your own boss. Your adviser will outline the practical aspects of business ownership, such as the skills required, how to research your idea and how to build a reliable support network,  eliminating any anxieties holding you back and help turn your dream into reality.

This session is completely FREE, so what are you waiting for?

What you’ll learn…

  • The financial considerations when starting and running a business
  • The importance of financial monitoring, and basic bookkeeping tools
  • The key phrases used when recording business finances
  • Tax and NI Contributions
  • Pricing and why it is important
  • How financial forecasting will link into your business plan and research

Venue details

TBC

Eligibility

This workshop is for anyone with the gem of a business idea or those who have begun researching their idea without taking any further steps to making it a reality.

The workshop is for those living in the Sunderland Local Authority area and haven’t yet registered as self-employed with HMRC.

How to book

Registration for this workshop should be made at least 48 hours in advance. To book your place or ask any questions, email: businesssupport@ne-bic.co.uk or complete the booking form.

Once you have reserved a place, you will be contacted to confirm your booking. 

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Enterprising Sunderland is the overarching title for this business support programme and is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Delivered by a unique consortium of delivery partners in Sunderland working together to stimulate entrepreneurial ambition across the city.
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