Starting a small business can be daunting – from registering a business, tax, recruitment, business plans, finance and marketing.

Our Starting a Small Business workshop, with small business expert, Mike Carlton, will guide you through the most common issues, including accessing government grants and low rate business loans, insurance implications, public liability, advertising, GST and BAS. This two-hour workshop is consistently one of BEC’s most popular and well-attended events on our calendar, and has been the springboard for many successful small businesses.

Designed specifically for those wanting to start a business from home or open a small business in retail or hospitality, Mike shares his enormous knowledge and expertise openly with participants, in a warm and collegial environment.

You will walk away with a firm understanding of how to:

• Register a business name

• Register for an ABN

• Understand a commercial lease

• Navigate your way through local, state and federal legislation

• Prepare and lodge your Business Activity Statement

• Prepare a business and marketing plan

• Access Government grants and low rate business loans

• Use social media and online content for low cost, effective advertising

Mike Carlton has a background in owning and managing supermarkets, petrol stations, hotels, conferences and events, and now uses his considerable experience to help small businesses become viable, successful and profitable.

Testimonial:

“I want to express my sincere thanks for Mike Carlton's help with my business. He has given me hope that my dream will become true in the near future. I feel I am not alone any more. I have more strength and confidence in my business with you and your organisation to back me up.”

Sue Chang

Small Business Owner

Tai Chi Fitness

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Who Should attend:

Anyone who is researching or starting a new business or anyone who has been in business less than two years.

As with all events offered by the BEC this workshop provides an opportunity to network so, remember to bring your business cards.

Registrations for this event are essential. Simply click buy now at the top of this page, select the number of tickets you would like to purchase, register as a guest and pay online.

If you have any issues with your registration, please phone the BEC on 9212-0555.

Please be aware no refund will be available if cancellation is made within 48 hrs of event.