Successful crowdfunding is more than just raising funds
There is a great opportunity for UK entrepreneurs but working smart is key to growth and success. Although crowdfunding ticks the funding box, it can bolster other crucial aspects of your business as you grow. You have your business idea or even a prototype of your product, but you’ve hit a stumbling block: Money. VCs […]
Entrepreneurial jobseekers helped by the Government still in business a year later
The majority of entrepreneurial jobseekers who launched their start-ups using a government scheme are still in business a year later. A recently published report, by the Department for Work and Pensions, revealed 80% of businesses supported by the New Enterprise Allowance were still active more than a year later. In the survey of 1,500 jobseekers, 47% reported an increase […]
NACUE’s Varsity Pitch 2016
This year’s Varsity Pitch competition for student and graduate entrepreneurs in the UK will be opening their application for the 2016 round in May. NACUE’s Varsity Pitch is a national business pitching competition organised by the National Association of College and University Entrepreneurs, exhibiting and celebrating the best early-stage business ideas to come out of colleges and […]
Start-Up Chile 16th Generation Program
Are you in the early-phase of your start-up and looking for a global boost then Start-Up Chile could be for you. Moving to another country does not have to be a daunting experience but if you want to expand your business then consider becoming an International Entrepreneur. Start-Up Chile is a state-backed initiative, launched in 2010 […]
IncuBus London – TinselTech ‘Xmas Party’
Wear your Santa jumpers and festive stockings and celebrate with IncuBus London at their TinselTech Christmas party this Thursday. TinselTech is taking place on 17th December at Solomons Yard, Camden Market and the night’s activities includes ‘Sumo Santas’, snow blasters, networking, ‘Secret Cinema’ and Santa grotto. The festive event starts at 6pm and ticket price is £5 […]
Guide To Becoming A First Time Entrepreneur
Thinking about becoming an entrepreneur sounds good to the ear but it can be challenging as well as rewarding. Research, conducted by Groupon, found almost a quarter of 16-24 year-olds were interested in starting a business and 53% wanted to be their own boss. The business market is volatile and it is important for anyone desiring […]
Business Incubator Programs for Start-ups
Click image to start gallery: A Business Incubator is an organisation designed to help entrepreneurs expand through different supportive services. These facilities includes funding, office space, finance management, networking links and skills training workshops. Business Incubator programs, which helps both new and start-ups, are sometimes sponsored by Government bodies, Private companies and Universities. Entry is by admission and each program has it’s own criteria. […]