
STARTUP
TEGstartup – the home for all the businesses that join our programme. The TEGstartup HUB is the cornerstone in your area designed to support and maximise the opportunity your business represents.
Have you ever thought “I have a great idea, how do I turn it into a business?” or “How do I grow my business?” We can help you in the following ways:
- You will validate your idea, this is very important before you get started.
- Boost your self confidence and help you realise that you can do this, yes it can be hard but it’s not impossible.
- Explain in plain English what it takes to start, run and grow a business.
- Help you create an action plan to get you started.
- Help you create a business growth plan.
- We might specialise in retail acceleration however, if you want to be a digital nomad we will help you get started.
Example business TEG Startup has supported:
FREE PLACES
TEGstartup is dedicated to helping you start and grow your business in the fastest most efficient way possible, this does not mean we cut corners, far from it. We help people from all backgrounds to find out if running a business is for them.
Not everyone has thought about starting a business, we know the last few years has changed this and many more people are starting a business every day.
Ok, are you starting it the right way?
Is it built for success?
If you want to find how to start and grow a business, why not apply for one of our free places. We look forward to helping you realise your dreams.
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