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Starting up

You're thinking of starting up your business in Jersey which is the first step in turning a good idea into a commercial opportunity. Find out more

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First things first
Getting prepared
Getting the formalities ready
Guides & checklists
First things first Do you know that your business idea is viable?
Getting prepared Developing a business plan Preparing financial forecasts
Getting the formalities ready Types of trading entity Starting up as a sole trader or partnership in Jersey Setting up a limited company in Jersey Setting up in Jersey as a non-resident Setting up a catering business Starting a mobile catering business in Jersey Social Security contributions and your new business Setting up as a bookkeeper or accountant
Guides & checklists Business Plan Template Running a business from your home Relocating your business to Jersey

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Productivity Hub
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Productivity Hub SEE Enterprise Pathway Pilot Productivity Support Scheme Grant Business performance GVA Calculator (Gross Value Added)
Marketing Types of marketing activities
Technology & data protection Cyber security Cyber essentials Data protection definitions Data Protection for SMEs Data Protection – Frequently asked questions Data Protection Registration GDPR – A risk based approach to compliance GDPR - What will it mean for your business? Incoming Threats Keep your business safe online Systems that support your business Systems and Hardware Your online behaviour
Premises & insurance Business Insurance

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Managing finances
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Free business health check
Funding opportunities to boost your productivity
Managing finances Financial Plan Development Minimizing Waste & Energy Costs
Raising funds Listing on the local stock exchange
Free business health check Business Health Check Form
Funding opportunities to boost your productivity Better Business Grant Agricultural Loans Fund

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Starting up

You're thinking of starting up your business in Jersey which is the first step in turning a good idea into a commercial opportunity.

First things first Getting prepared Getting the formalities ready Guides & checklists
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Operations

Running your business operations as smoothly as possible for maximum efficiency gives an instant boost to your bottom line.

Productivity Hub Marketing Technology & data protection Premises & insurance
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Guides

Our guide aims to give small business owners an overview of the different things to consider when starting up or running a business in Jersey.

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GVA (Gross Value Added) is the secret sauce that reveals how much value a business or sector adds to the economy and is essential for business success and growth. Our GVA Calculator, it's like a financial fitness tracker that reveals where you stand in your sector.

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Business Improvement Programme

The average forecast savings for businesses that took part in 2024 is £50,000.

Four packed days working on your business with productivity specialists. The programme supports businesses to deliver sustainable efficiency and productivity gains that will create market competitiveness and a solid operational platform for future growth. Improve your bottom line for just £425.

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