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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 business in Bristol or if you are thinking of setting up a new business in Bristol 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 Bristol, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Bristol 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 Bristol pages, but we have also created an extensive library of general 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?

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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 BRISTOL BUSINESS WEBSITES

Activ Bristol Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to Bristol and the surrounding area on the internet with local businesses, jobs, cars for sale, houses for sale,dating, community events and news, places to stay, places to eat, Activ Bristol offers information on everything you need in and around Bristol.

Bristol East Side Traders . BEST is a not-for-profit company or 'social enterprise'. As a small business based in Bristol's inner city ourselves, we know first-hand the issues and challenges small businesses face. However, as BEST and many other local businesses prove: being small now is no barrier to becoming BIG in the future! We've developed a range of free services to help your business grow. It's all about breaking down the barriers to business success: Advice, Finance, Property, Marketing, Enterprise Management, Strategic Work.
http://www.bristoleastsidetraders.co.uk/ | 0117 3144 651

Bristol Link. Bristol's largest portal site for local residents and businesses, and visitors to the City of Bristol.
http://www.bristol-link.co.uk |

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

Centre for Employment and Enterprise Development. the Centre for Employment and Enterprise Development, The CEED (Charity) Ltd is a nationally recognised community enterprise providing training, career guidance, counselling and a full range of business support services. From our base in the heart of Bristol, the charity promotes development in the areas of Information Technology and Media Services, Training and Employment Services, Enterprise Development and Corporate Services.
http://www.ceed.co.uk | 0117 942 9555

Community Action. Community Action is a registered charity that works to support mainly rural communities based in the West of England covering North Somerset, Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We were founded in 1974 and since that time we have helped numerous groups and individuals.
http://www.community-action.org.uk | 01275 393837

Federation of Small Business Gloucestershire and West of England. The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK's largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has over 200,000 members across 33 regions. In addition, Member Services is committed to delivering a wide range of high quality, good value business services to members of the FSB. Regional office: The Forge, Barnsley Park, Cirencester, GL7 5EG
http://www.fsb.org.uk | 0845 257 6030

GWE Business West GWE Business West Ltd is a leading membership and economic development organisation delivering an extensive range of services to businesses. As a powerful voice for business we play a major role in shaping and supporting economic growth and success.
http://www.gwe.uk.com | 01761 411800

Learning and Skills Council - West of England. The Learning and Skills Council exists to make England better skilled and more competitive. We have a single goal: to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard.
http://www.lsc.gov.uk | 0845 019 4168

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