Articles and Resources

In this section you will find free articles and resources on launching and growing a successful venture. We'll be continually adding new articles and resources so please check back for more.

The Business Plan

A Business Plan is one of the most crucial planning tools a growing business requires. Not only does it help get the founder's thinking straight on what the venture is really about, it can help to gain commitment and focus of new team members, investors and the Board. Take a look at this presentation to discover the three key types of business plan and determine which best suits your business' needs.

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Market Research, Tasks and Methods for New Technology Start-Ups

This presentation covers the five market research tasks you should never ignore, why they are important, and how to get access to some DIY guides to market research.

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Becoming Investment-Ready

All good entrepreneurs tap into every available government grant and rebate plus their own cash reserves. But for many businesses the only way to really grow is to bring in an equity investor. This presentation covers a rigourous three-step process to ensure equity investment is the right approach and you are fully prepared to pursue investment.

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Pitching for Investment

A great presentation if you want to better understand the role of the Elevator Pitch and the Formal Pitch in raising funds. Also get some advice on your next steps.

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