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Website names

Your website domain name (web address) does not have to be the same as your business name, but it should contain one of your major keywords, e.g. networking.
Authentic Networking.
(03-09-10)

Understand your costs

There's no point being in business unless you can make money from what you do, so understand all your costs and don't shy away from being honest about the value of your time. When you nail the costs of operating your business, you will gain a greater knowledge of the margins possible.

You don't have to re-invent the wheel, you just need to find the best way of buying and selling one to make a profit!
Ashbourne Colour Print.
(02-09-10)

How to find what IP your business owns

Every business will own some form of intellectual property. It could be the artistic design, shape, technology or brand of your product or process, but do you know how to protect and exploit these intellectual assets?

To find out more why not take a free IP HealthCheck at the following web page.

http://www.ipo.gov.uk/whyuse/business/iphealthcheck.htm

The Intellectual Property Office.
(02-09-10)

Don't rush in to committing to office space.

Office space is expensive and usually requires a long term commitment. If you have the resource, working from home keeps your overheads down and if you need a business address it's worth consideing a Virtual office which will project the right company image without the huge overheads.
voxclever.
(01-09-10)

Banks and Plan

Get a good financial plan / cashflow together and negotiate with your bank to get cheaper bank charges and an overdraft just in case you need it during the first difficult few months
Vince Lavin.
(01-09-10)

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If you run a small business in Bradford or if you are thinking of starting up a new business in Bradford we hope that you will find this site both interesting and useful.

It has been designed to help you find local firms and business support organisations who will be happy to give you friendly advice as well as provide the services that you may need.

Local Firms

Although there are plenty of online business directories, it can sometimes be quite difficult to find LOCAL companies who are genuinely keen to support you. For example if you are based in Bradford, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Bradford who is prepared to help small businesses or new business start ups.

Small Business Information

You will find LOCAL information and useful contacts in these Bradford pages, but we have also created an extensive library of general small business information to help give you the best chance of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently asked start up questions can also be found, including..

Q. Starting A New Business - What are the key considerations before I start?

Q. Starting A New Business - Should I buy an existing business?

Q. Running A Small Business - Why is it important to have a business plan?

Q. Running A Small Business - What is marketing?

Q. Small Business Funding - How can I raise start up capital?

See the Start Your Own Business home page for a full list of subjects covered.

USEFUL BRADFORD BUSINESS WEBSITES

Bradford Chamber. The modern business environment is forever changing and the level of competition is always increasing. Bradford Chamber is here to support you as a business owner or manager. The Chamber can offer you advice in a number of areas: business grants currently available; publicly funded business support projects; mentoring and consultancy.
http://www.bradfordchamber.co.uk/ | 01274 772777

Bradford Grid. The GRID* is all about encouraging people to start up in business and helping those already established to grow. It is a network of entrepreneurs helping other entrepreneurs. It offers direct support for anyone in business, about to start up or with a business idea.
http://bradfordgrid.com | 01274 729270

Business Link Business Link is a free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers. Businesslink.gov.uk helps your business save time and money by giving you instant access to clear, simple, and trustworthy information. It is developed in partnership with subject experts within government and relevant business-support organisations to help you comply with regulations and improve your performance. Whether you're starting up, already running a business, or looking to grow and develop, Business Link can help you.
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk | 0845 600 9 006

Invest in Bradford. Invest in Bradford is the resource for indigenous and inward investors within the Bradford district. We provide advice, free of charge, to companies on a raft of issues associated with their investment projects. This includes advice on the availability of sites and premises, potential financial assistance, the recruitment, retention and training of staff, senior management relocation support and market data on the companies and markets within the Bradford district and wider region.
http://www.investinbradford.com | 01274 437 727

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