Top tips

INTRODUCTORY OVERVIEW

Start small - gain experience and build a track record.
Research your market
Remember the dual challenge of meeting social aims AND developing a successful business
Aim to be independent - grants and public funding may be available to help get you started but try to be independent from these sources as much as possible
Work out what help you need and where you can get it. You will need lots of different skills and energy to succeed.
Build a network of business specialists and people who understand your objectives

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