Business Skills Workshop

Our New Business Starts workshop programme has been specifically designed for anybody thinking of or planning to start their own business. Delivered by experienced business specialists, the programme is divided into Modules each with clear aims and key points to be covered.
All of the workshops are FREE, open to ANYBODY thinking of or planning to start their own business and are suitable to ALL types of business idea.

To obtain information on forthcoming workshops and to book a place call Joanne Hughes on 01978 366366 or contact the Business Support Team.

Workshop Details

Starting Your Own Business - Taster Seminar

This seminar looks at the advantages and disadvantages of self-employment and identifies why some businesses fail. This session will help you consider your motivation for starting a business, your personal qualities and your business skills. You will also gain an understanding of business planning, the legal implications involved when starting a business and what support is available and how to access it.

Know Your Market and Competitors for Start-Ups

This workshop provides an introduction to the marketing process and will introduce you to developing marketing strategies. You will gain an understanding in market research and why good market research can provide a solid foundation in developing your marketing strategy. This session will also provide guidance on what information you need to know about your customers, competitors, the size of the market and market trends.

Developing a marketing strategy for Start Ups

This workshop will help you understand the tools and techniques of marketing by guiding you through the steps involved in setting marketing objectives and deciding on a marketing strategy.

Business Operations for Start-ups

This workshop provides key information on the operations of a business including the resources required, systems and procedures, production, health and safety and quality. This workshop also provides guidance on other areas such as the advantages and disadvantages of working from home and environmental issues.

Costing & Pricing for Start-Ups

This workshop provides an understanding of the pricing process and helps identify the different types of business costs, i.e. fixed, direct and capital costs. This session also explains the link between well researched costing & pricing and profitability. You will also gain an understanding of the importance on thoroughly researching your costs in order that they provide a foundation for your financial projections.

Financial Planning for Start-Ups

This workshop will take you through the process of preparing and analysing financial statements and provides information on how to prepare cash flow forecasts, profit & loss accounts and balance sheets. The workshop demonstrates how using and understanding these tools can help you to control your business finances.

Financial Administration for Start-Ups

This workshop highlights the importance of book-keeping and provides guidance on how to set up a book keeping system. It also provides key information on Self Assessment for tax purposes, National Insurance Contributions, VAT, your obligations under the PAYE system and points to consider when using an accountant when setting up and running a business.

To obtain information on forthcoming workshops and to book a place call Joanne Hughes on 01978 366366 or contact the Business Support Team.

Contact Information

Wrexham County Borough Council
Economic Development Department
Business Development and Enterprise
Plas Grono Road
Rhostyllen
Wrexham
LL14 4EG

Tel: 01978 366366
Fax: 01978 263166
Email: business@wrexham.gov.uk