Business advice

 

Surviving the Economic Downturn

Information is available for individuals and businesses seeking advice and support during the this difficult economic time. Support during the economic downturn
 
Particularly as energy and fuel prices continue to rise, investigate the Green advice for businesses with information on how to cut your energy, waste and resource use bills to save money - there are sources of funding to improve your business resource efficiency.  Also, see the links below to the Business Waste Handbook and Energy & Resource Efficiency sections for how each could save your business money on overheads.
 

Business Advice

One of the major obstacles in the decision to set up a small business and become self-employed is a fear of the hurdles and regulations associated with "going it alone", as well as a worry about the viability of the venture.
 
These need not be something to be concerned about if they are tackled in an organised way and if advice and guidance is sought from people who are experienced and trained to help.
 
Business Link offer practical advice for businesses starting up or expanding. The Business Link website offers a comprehensive guide to your business from financial assistance available to employing and training staff to sales and marketing advice.
 
 

Recruitment Advice and Support

Yorkshire Graduates Internship Programme

Yorkshire Graduates are offering 3-12 month work placements for graduates with Yorkshire based businesses.  Yorkshire Graduates will provide a full recruitment service free of charge. At the end of a placement the employer can just provide a reference or employ the graduate within their business.  Further information can be found at www.graduatesyorkshire.co.uk/internships/ 

Recruit a Graduate for Free!

Graduates Yorkshire and Richmondshire District Council have teamed up to help local employers find the best graduate talent around.  If you're a business based in the Richmondshire District you can advertise a role suitable for a graduate at no cost.  For further details go to www.graduatesyorkshire.co.uk/microsite/richmondshire/

 
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North Yorkshire Green Business Club was originally set up in 1997 (as the Business Environmental Forum) run by the Yorkshire Energy Partnership (YEP) to help businesses with environmental information and independent advice. The emphasis is on making cost savings and improving business efficiency through undertaking environmental improvement. Grants are available to all manner of businesses.  YEP can also give presentations to your staff on smarter driving and energy saving behaviour.
 
 




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