There are loads of social networking sites, it could be argued the market is saturated, however I think I have an idea with a difference that could with some work take off in a big way.

Problem, or the challenge I should say, is I'm really good with surfing the net and grasp simple html programming, but that's not going to get me the kind of site I want. Myspace and Bebo are using PHP and Delphi etc, I'm looking at setting at first of all a no frills version of what they've got. Then I can tailor it to the market I think I have.

I'm going to go to GATEWAY and apply for a grant, and I do have some capital set aside from my days stacking shelves. What I really need is expertise.

Is there such a thing as a business consultant I could see who could help me organise matters, can I get one discounted through any government department?

Secondly where does my income come into this, without giving too much away, those who are on the site compete for prizes sponsored by advertisets. Should I approach these potential advertisers unsolicited or through an agency?

Thank you very much for your help and information and I wish you all the best in all your business ventures.

(To add some background to my own venture, I've already registered the name with my local bank as a business account, I'm making an appoinment with Gateway, and I am ordering books on starting up a business).

Thanks again.