Supporting People into Self Employment

This workshop is tailored for employment support officers working within local authorities, housing associations, and job centres. Its goal is to help professionals better understand the mindset and challenges of entrepreneurs, enabling them to more effectively support individuals exploring self-employment as a career path.

Participants will gain insight into the unique mentality of entrepreneurs and to identify the traits and circumstances that make self-employment a viable alternative to traditional employment. The workshop will cover the advantages and potential pitfalls of starting a small business, equipping officers with practical tools and strategies to guide and advise clients.

Key takeaways will include how to recognise individuals who may thrive in self-employment, the critical skills required for entrepreneurial success, and how to help clients navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining a small business.

We pride ourselves on being 'ordinary people' who had started our businesses while running a household, caring for family members and paying our bills. We offer insights into the  real experience of starting a business without a safety-net of capital in the bank or a large salary to fall back on. The workshop will help advisors and employment support professionals understand the challenges and rewards of taking an alternative approach to seeking employment.