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SWINDON & NORTH WILTSHIRE

Including: Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Marlborough, Malmesbury, Melksham, Swindon, Trowbridge, Westbury, Wootton Bassett

SALISBURY & SOUTH WILTSHIRE

Including: Alderbury, Amesbury, Devizes, Downton, Durrington, Pewsey, Salisbury, Shrewton, Upavon, Wilton

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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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WILTSHIRE BUSINESS

If you run a business in Wiltshire or if you are thinking of setting up a new business in Wiltshire 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. Either search countywide in this section or select your local area..

SWINDON & NORTH WILTSHIRE

Including: Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Marlborough, Malmesbury, Melksham, Swindon, Trowbridge, Westbury, Wootton Bassett

SALISBURY & SOUTH WILTSHIRE

Including: Alderbury, Amesbury, Devizes, Downton, Durrington, Pewsey, Salisbury, Shrewton, Upavon, Wilton

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

Business Information

You will find LOCAL business information and useful contacts in these Wiltshire 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 WILTSHIRE 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

Federation of Small Business Somerset and Wiltshire. 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 | 01249 449 120

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

Invest in Wiltshire Wiltshire offers business a perfect environment in which to thrive and grow and we have all the reasons you need, plus a few more, for you to make your best business move yet
http://www.investinwiltshire.org | 01225 718 583

iWiltshire Wiltshire Advertising. iWiltshire is a part of The iGroup, a leading local business directory dedicated to all things local.
http://www.iwiltshire.co.uk |

Kendlebell (Swindon) Ltd Telephone Answering Service - helps boost your image, grow your business, and save you time and money. Have calls answered in your Company Name by first-class professionally trained PAs. E-mail or call for more details and how to have a FREE TRIAL - you can't afford to miss business enquiries!
http://www.kbswindon.co.uk | 01793 862000

Learning and Skills Council - Wiltshire and Swindon. 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 4176

Wessex Association of Chambers of Commerce The Wessex Association of Chambers of Commerce (formerly West Wilts Association of Chambers of Commerce) was formed initially to support the five Chambers of Commerce in West Wiltshire. Pentagon House, 52 Castle Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AU
http://www.wessexchambers.org.uk | 01225 355553

Wiltshire County Council Wiltshire County Council provides a range of business support, development and information services in its own right and works with partner agencies to develop and delivery regeneration and sector development initiatives across the county. Bythesea Road, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8JN
http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk | 0300 456 0100

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