Have you got a hobby you are considering turning into a business?

Are you not in paid employment at the moment and wondering if you could create your own job through self-employment?

START IT UP – is self-employment for you gives you the opportunity to explore whether setting up a small business is for you. Our expert business advisors will work with you across two online Zoom sessions, where you can gather insight on the process of getting started and get the help and support you need.

Session One: Tuesday 13th July 1pm – 3pm

Entrepreneurial Thinking: Exploring whether you are ready for business ownership, exploring ideas

Session Two: Wednesday 14th July 1pm – 3pm

Knowing where to start: Establishing how your values and beliefs connect to your business aims and objectives, what it means to set up a business in 2021.

Those who meet the eligibility criteria below, complete the course and go on to pursue their business idea will have opportunity to access £100 grant to support your next steps and will be offered further support to plan your business.

Eligibility

The course is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) who are not in paid employment or economically inactive (perhaps a homemaker, taking a career break or retired).

*Help is available to individuals who do not have the right equipment or know-how to access Zoom.*

For more information about eligibility or to book a place on this course, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

Please note; There are limited places available and can be reserved via Eventbrite

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

*REGISTRATION CLOSES 9th JULY 9AM*