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BUSINESS TIP OF THE DAY

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 Wales or if you are thinking of setting up a new business in Wales 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.

 

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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 Wales, it makes sense to use an accountant, web designer or printer based in Wales who is prepared to help small businesses or new business start ups.

 

Wales Business Advice & Support | Wales Accountants | Banking & Finance | Commercial Property | Wales Design | Wales Networking Clubs | Wales Printers | Sales & Marketing | Wales Web Design | Website Optimisation | Local Directory.

 

Business Information

You will find LOCAL business information and useful contacts in these Wales business pages, but we have also created an extensive library of general business information to help give your business the best chance of success. The answers to 100's of the most frequently asked business questions can 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 WALES BUSINESS WEBSITES

 

  Antur Conwy Enterprise. Conwy County Borough Council offers a wide range of services to businesses, from advice and training to business premises and grants.Conwy business centre in Llandudno Junction and Glasdir in Llanrwst both offer facilities such as meeting rooms and office premises providing a quality and unrivalled service to businesses. Visit the following pages to find out what Conwy has to offer your business.

| http://www.conwy.gov.uk | 01492 574 555
  Antur Teifi - Enterprise Agencies. Antur Teifi is an independent company which inspires, develops and supports enterprises which have the potential to create prosperity and success in the local economy.
| http://www.anturteifi.org.uk | 01239 710 238
  Arts & Business Wales. Connect companies and individuals to cultural organisations and provide the expertise and insight for them to prosper together.
| http://www.artsandbusiness.org.uk | 029 2030 3023
  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
  Denbighshire Enterprise Agency. Whether you are thinking of starting a business or you are already running an established business in Denbighshire – we are here to help you.
| http://www.denbighbiz.co.uk | 01824 705 782
  Federation of Small Business South Wales 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: PO Box 3212, Chippenham, SN15 9BW
| http://www.fsb.org.uk | 01686 624054
  GO Wales . The GO Wales programme is delivered by all the Universities in Wales and gives small to medium sized businesses the opportunity to develop through the skills and knowledge of graduates.
The programme is available to all SMEs/start-up companies across Wales and offers a range of services including: Subsidised work placements; Graduate Training and Development Fund; Free vacancy advertising.
| http://www.gowales.co.uk/training | 0845 225 60 50
  Venture Wales. Venture Wales is the leading business support organisation in the country. We have an unmatched record in achieving success for SME's and entrepreneurs alike, providing assistance and advice to over 1000 different companies every year. With access to one of the best support networks in Wales, and a variety of start up programmes and consultancy schemes aimed at improving performance, we specialise in helping businesses overcome challenges and to realise their full potential.
| http://www.venturewales.com | 0845 0453 150
  Welsh Assembly Government. The Welsh Assembly Government offers support to businesses through the Flexible Support for Business service. Our Relationship Managers build tailored support packages to help Welsh businesses of all sizes and in all sectors to grow, including starting up a business.
| http://www.business-support-wales.gov.uk | 03000 6 03000
  West Wales Chamber of Commerce. The South Wales Chamber of Commerce is a modern, innovative, membership-based business support organisation run by local businesses, for local businesses. We are a local, independent, non-profit making company, funded by member subscriptions and a long-standing part of a network of national Chambers, quality-accredited by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
| http://www.southwaleschamber.co.uk | 01792 653 297

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