Starting your own business can be an exciting, challenging and rewarding experience. To give yourself the best chance of survival and growth it is essential that you are properly prepared.

As a starting point, it is well worth spending some time considering if you are suited to a career as an entrepreneur.

Is entrepreneurship for you?

Once you decide to take the next step, it is important to make out a logical plan of the steps involved in starting your own business. This will ensure that you cover all the important areas. This '10 Step Guide' can be used as a handy checklist.

10 step guide to starting a business

One of the most important things you will do at this stage is to develop your business plan. The following are some useful tips to help you when writing your plan.

Writing your business plan

Cork City Enterprise Board offers a variety of support packages to help you when starting your own business in Cork. These include training , mentoring, business information & advice, networking & promotional opportunities. We may also be able to provide you with financial assistance.

Business Planner Tool

A comprehensive online resource of information on starting a business and business supports has been developed by the County and City Enterprise Board Network. This website also contains an automated Business Planner to assist in compiling a business plan.

Contact us today to see how we can help you get started.