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
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Wednesday, 29 September 2021
8:00 am – 8:30 am
Online
Business Strategy for Start-Ups
Want help identifying and analysing the best ways to invest your time, set your goals and plan your strategy?
Wednesday, 29 September 2021
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Online
Fully booked
Supporting Lockleaze
Do you want to hear about what's going on in your community? Are you looking for local business support?
Supporting Lockleaze
Do you want to hear about what's going on in your community? Are you looking for local business support?
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Thursday, 30 September 2021
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Friday, 1 October 2021
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Getting your LinkedIn Pages Right
Want to maximise your LinkedIn profile to benefit your business?
Monday, 4 October 2021
10:00 am – 12 noon
Online
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Wednesday, 6 October 2021
8:00 am – 8:30 am
Online
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Thursday, 7 October 2021
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Marketing for Start-ups
Want to learn all about marketing and how to put together an effective marketing strategy?
Friday, 8 October 2021
10:00 am – 12 noon
Online
Group Introductory Session
North and East Bristol Support - Book your group introductory session!
Friday, 8 October 2021
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Online
Introduction to Enterprise - Session 1
This is the first of three parts of the Introduction to Enterprise workshops on the Outset programme.
Tuesday, 12 October 2021
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Introduction to Enterprise - Session 2
This is the second of three parts of the Introduction to Enterprise workshops on the Outset programme.
Wednesday, 13 October 2021
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Introduction to Enterprise - Session 3
This is the third and final of three parts of the Introduction to Enterprise workshops on the Outset programme.
Thursday, 14 October 2021
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Online
Enterprise Support: Easton
Are you looking to start or grow your own business? Thinking about self-employment and becoming a sole trader or freelancer?
Get Social | Women's Bristol Network
Join YTKO in their monthly Women's Bristol Networking session.
Thursday, 21 October 2021
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Online
Enterprise Support: St.George
Are you looking to start or grow your own business, charity or social enterprise? Or thinking about self-employment?
Friday, 22 October 2021
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Online
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