If you've ever considered starting a business, now could be the time for you. Ahead of our latest Startup Academy accelerator programme with Focus Carmarthen and Focus Newtown Enterprise Hubs — we've put together our top reasons for why you should consider joining the Startup Academy and beginning your journey as a business owner.
In March 2021 this year the businesses shortlisted for the Wales Start-up Awards were announced. The success stories that have come from this problem filled year has proven the resilience and determination of Welsh businesses.
If you have ever considered starting a business, now could be the time for you.
Here are 5 reasons why you should start a business:
- Flexibility – work your own hours, set your own deadlines and make the rules.
- Passion – work in a field that you care about.
- Creativity – let your ideas take your business in the direction you want.
- Variety – every day is different.
- Dream big – every successful business started with an idea.
If you are wondering where you can start on your business journey,we are running a 3-day accelerator programme with the Focus Enterprise Hubs in Newtown and Carmarthen on the 12th, 13th and 14th of July. The accelerator aims to bring your idea to life and provide you with a platform to get your business going.
The schedule is as follows:
- Monday: Business Planning + Product Development
- Tuesday: Storytelling for Start-ups + Marketing and Sales Channels
- Wednesday: Finance to Start + Pitching to Investors