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Business support for start-ups can be invaluable; however, many entrepreneurs are unsure about the support and mentoring organisations available to their small businesses. Take a look at these articles to find out about useful organisations such as Business Link and The Prince's Trust.
What is mentoring?
We take a look at the process and what it involves
Joining a business organisation
We look at what the main business groups offer small firms and how you can benefit by...
Business Link
Learn about this national network of small business advisers
The Prince's Trust
This charity offers help and support to young entrepreneurs
Get the most from your adviser
How to find a business adviser and prepare for the meeting
Shell LiveWIRE
Looking for advice and funding before you start? Shell LiveWIRE can help
Crisis - Changing Lives programme
If you've recently been homeless and are looking to start your business as a way of c...
Business Connect Wales
Help for people starting up in Wales
In Touch: “We knew that linking to a university would be absolutely critical”
In part two of the Technology Strategy Board’s feature on collaboration, it shares a...
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Could collaboration grow your business?
Iain Gray, CEO of Technology Strategy Board (TSB), examines the opportunities in affi...
02/02/12 11:05
Preview: Seedcamp London
Startups looks at what this week’s event has in store – and explores the development...
Business growth accelerators
What are they, who are the main players and how can you get on a programme?
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