Start Your Own Business Programme

This Start Your Own Business course has been developed for those who are thinking of starting a small business or those who have a business that is running less than 2 years. 

This programme allows entrepreneurs explore and learn through play. Participants will experience theory by applying it to their businesses in the real world. The entrepreneurs will learn and apply skills as the sessions progress, culminating with them having a prototype of their business model established, which they will have begun the testing process on. This programme will provide individuals who are seeking to start their own business with the skills, management tools and expertise in making the right decisions, planning and organising effectively.

The course has been designed to build your practical business skills in the following areas:

• Creative Entrepreneurship & Business Development
• Business Planning & Sustainable Growth Strategies
• Intellectual Property, Contracts & GDPR Compliance
• Market Research, Customer Insights & Positioning
• Branding, Digital Marketing & Social Media
• Content Creation, Portfolio Development & Client Acquisition
• Financial Management, Pricing & Cash Flow Planning
• Taxation, Freelancing & Revenue Generation

Dates & Time:  9.30am - 4.30pm each day

• Session 1 -  Friday 11th September 
• Session 2 -  Friday 18th September 
• Session 3 -  Friday 25th September 
• Session 4 -  Friday 03th October
• Session 5 -  Friday 09th October

Please Note: 

• This training is for businesses currently trading or planning on trading in Waterford City or County. If you are based outside of Waterford please contact the relevant LEO to access a similar service. A full listing of LEO offices are available by following this link - Find Your Local Enterprise Office
• By booking this course you agree to share your booking details with the trainer.
• Lunch will be provided - please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. 

Please Note: 

• This training is for businesses currently trading or planning on trading in Waterford City or County. If you are based outside of Waterford please contact the relevant LEO to access a similar service. A full listing of LEO offices is available by following this link - Find Your Local Enterprise Office
• By booking this course you agree to share your booking details with the trainer.

Delivery Method

This workshop will be delivered in person.

Training Partner:

Terry Harmer is a Member of the Institute of Training & Development (MIITD), a Fellow of the Sales Institute of Ireland, (FSII), a Member of the Marketing Institute of Ireland, (MMII) a Licensed Practitioner of NLP, (NLP Prac.), holds a BSc. in Business Administration, and a Certificate in Training & Continuing Education, training on training evaluation and transfer of skills to the workplace.

NLC was formed in 1991, and specialises in designing and implementing training programmes and modules modelled on world class companies, using best practice initiatives, to train Sales, Customer Service, Communications, Teambuilding, Leadership, and People Management.

Two factor authorisation is required when booking; please ensure you have this set up with your bank. If you experience any difficulties regarding payment, please contact the LEO office at 051 849905 for assistance.