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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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CORNWALL BUSINESS

If you run a small business in Cornwall or if you are thinking of starting up a new business in Cornwall 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 Cornwall, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Cornwall 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 Cornwall pages, but we have also created an extensive library of 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 CORNWALL BUSINESS WEBSITES

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

Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Chamber Office, Stanley Way, Cardrew Industrial Estate, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 1SP. E-mail: info@ccci.org.uk
http://www.cornwallchamber.co.uk | 01209 216006

Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Established in 1988 we are a not for profit, independent organisation that responds to the agenda of our membership, to help improve the prosperity and competitiveness of Cornish businesses. We are here to open up new business opportunities, provide critical business advice, services and skills, and ensure that your voice is heard within local, regional and national Government.
http://www.ccci.org.uk | 01209 216 006

Cornwall Development Company. The Cornwall Development Company has taken over from Cornwall Enterprise.
http://www.cornwalldevelopmentcompany.co.uk | 01872 322 800

Cornwall Education Business Partnership. The Education Business Partnership is part of Cornwall Council's Children, Schools and Families department. The team has experience of both business and education, and the top 100 firms in Cornwall support the partnership.
http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/ebp | 01209 615 070

Enterprise Tamar. Enterprise Tamar is a non-profit making organisation, started in 1983 to provide free, confidential and independent business advice to everyone. We have expanded over the years and now have training centres in Launceston, Bodmin and Holsworthy.
http://www.e-tamar.org.uk | 0845 272 7811

Federation of Small Businesses Cornwall. 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 organiser: PO Box 75, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9WU
http://www.fsb.org.uk | 0845 1308217

Learning and Skills Council - Devon and Cornwall. 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 4155

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