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    "I made the decision to start importing gift packaging items from China last year - that's been a real rollercoaster ride!"

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    "We were going into the web design business but neither of us were web designers!"

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Do’s & don’ts

If you’re thinking about becoming your own boss, here are some top tips and words of encouragement from people just like you who have already taken the plunge.

DON’T...

...let anyone put you off if you are committed and have a passion. Get as much information about whatever it is you are considering doing, plan it thoroughly and then just do it.

Beverley Jenkinson, Urban Coffee Co. Read my full story…

DO...

...stay up to date with changing legislation, especially where it affects staff and safe working practices.

Liz Mullen, Dunrite Cleaning. Read my full story…

DON’T...

...get distracted by other things as your business will require your full attention

Kam Kotiha, eBusiness UK Ltd. Read my full story…

DO...

...as much preparation and research as you possibly can before and during! Stay focused and believe in yourself – don’t let other people knock you off course.

Michael Parker, A Quarter Of. Read my full story…

DON’T...

...be afraid to take the risk. Starting a business is always risky but it’s up to you how much. The more you understand about what you are getting yourself into the less the risk becomes. In other words learn to manage risk.

Philip Mossop, entrepreneur. Read my full story…