At Outset, we know how inspiring the idea of working for yourself can be, but also that managing your own business can sometimes be daunting – that’s why we’re here!
We’ve helped thousands of people just like you across the UK to make their dreams come true, by giving them the confidence, knowledge and skills to create thriving and successful businesses.
If you have a business idea in mind, this practical support programme will guide you through all the critical steps needed for success.
We will strengthen your business skills, knowledge and confidence and help you lay the right foundations for a thriving, sustainable business. Our comprehensive content covers areas such as knowing your customer, marketing, demand generation and sales, building competitive advantage, and ensuring you have enough working capital to help your business fly.
You will also be working in a group of your peers and benefiting from the invaluable support of, and connections with, a like-minded community.
We won’t baffle you with jargon, but will share our wealth of knowledge and expertise in a friendly and supportive way, helping to develop you and your business. You’ll also be working in a group of your peers, and benefitting from the invaluable support of, and connections with, a like-minded community.
Introduction to
Enterprise:
This course covers the fundamentals of setting up your business by helping you understand how to test the market, think of who your customers are, and where to sell.
By the end of these sessions you will have completed all the basic learning to help you create a business plan for your new start-up.
Outset Finance
Financing the start or growth of a business can be a challenge, but our sister service, Outset Finance, is a national delivery partner for the government’s Start Up Loan scheme, administered by the British Business Bank.
The Outset Finance team will guide you through the application process and provide post-loan mentoring.
Outset Online:
Our excellent online platform is full of great content and exercises to work through in your own time.
We also facilitate groups on here so that you can communicate with those you have met in workshops and other entrepreneurs nationally. It’s a fantastic way to build a network of like-minded people.
Business Start Up:
A range of sessions on specific, essential topics, such as social media, website design, start-up finance and many more.
Engagement Events
Bringing together entrepreneurs in a collaborative and supportive environment to build your business contacts.
Want to find out more?
Complete the application form below to sign up to the programme and receive updates on how you can get involved and receive expert support from us or contact us here for more information.
Our next sessions
Introduction to Enterprise - 3 day workshop
ONLINE EVENT - This is a three part workshop covering everything you need to start a business!
Tuesday, 24 May 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Fully booked
Group Introductory Session
ONLINE EVENT - Book your Group Introductory Session!
Wednesday, 25 May 2022
10:00 am – 10:30 am
Online
Get Social | Bristol Network
Join YTKO for our online networking session with local Bristol businesses.
Thursday, 26 May 2022
12 noon – 1:00 pm
Online
Group Introductory Session
ONLINE EVENT - Book your Group Introductory Session!
Thursday, 26 May 2022
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Group Introductory Session
ONLINE EVENT - Book your Group Introductory Session!
Friday, 27 May 2022
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Marketing: Finding your perfect customer
ONLINE EVENT - Creating and understanding your buyer personas is a fundamental tool to ensuring your marketing is working for your business.
Tuesday, 31 May 2022
10:00 am – 12 noon
Online
Group Introductory Session
ONLINE EVENT - Book your Group Introductory Session!
Wednesday, 1 June 2022
10:00 am – 10:30 am
Online
Marketing for Start-ups
Want to learn all about marketing and how to put together an effective marketing strategy?
Tuesday, 7 June 2022
10:00 am – 12 noon
Online
Creating a successful marketing strategy for your start-up business
ONLINE TWO-DAY WORKSHOP (Female Entrepreneurs Only)- Want to know what strategic marketing is and how you can put a marketing plan together?
Tuesday, 7 June 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Digital marketing masterclass for start-ups (Female Entrepreneurs Only)
ONLINE TWO DAY WORKSHOP - Want to know more about digital marketing and how it could help grow your business?
Monday, 27 June 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Introduction to Enterprise - 3 day workshop
ONLINE EVENT - This is a three part workshop covering everything you need to start a business!
Tuesday, 28 June 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Creating a successful marketing strategy for your start-up business
ONLINE TWO-DAY WORKSHOP (Female Entrepreneurs Only)- Want to know what strategic marketing is and how you can put a marketing plan together?
Monday, 18 July 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Creating a successful marketing strategy for your start-up business
ONLINE TWO-DAY WORKSHOP (Female Entrepreneurs Only)- Want to know what strategic marketing is and how you can put a marketing plan together?
Monday, 5 September 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
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