Services Offered
Starting out
Are you thinking of starting a business or becoming self-employed?
Do you need an impartial fully experienced guide to bounce your ideas off?
Are you struggling with the formalities of starting a business?
Then I can help
Viability
Will your idea actually make money and is there a market for your product or service?
Is there sufficient demand now and in the future for your product / service at the prices you want to charge in order to make your business sustainable.
Business Plans
Describe your service here. What makes it great? Use short catchy text to tell people what you offer, and the benefits they will receive. A great description gets readers in the mood, and makes them more likely to go ahead and book.
Formalities
What type of legal business structure should you choose and why
Should you set up as a sole trader / partnership or Limited Company
Prioritized formalities checklist for what to do and when to do it
Business licence application support, cutting through the red tape.
Applying for finance or grants advice
Business Premises
Commercial leases demystified high level reviews based on practical experience.
If you need premises for your business then you will be presented with a commercial lease or rental agreement. These legal documents can be complex and difficult to read and understand. I can help you demystify these documents giving you a list of the right questions to ask your landlord or professional legal advisor.
Other Services
I can also provide high level guidance on applications for registered licences, what you need to include for the best chances of success.
What to look out for when buying or selling a business.
Productivity reviews
Finance or grant support.
About Chris
Chris is a business professional with more than 50 years’ experience spanning many sectors in Jersey and the U.K.
He has worked with many large organisations such as John Lewis Partnership, Sainsburys and B&Q.
He has started and operated businesses both here in Jersey and in the U.K. and for the last 10 years has been supporting business in jersey to start up and grow in the capacity of Senior Business Advisor for Jersey Business where he was instrumental in the successful formation and increased productivity of many Jersey businesses.
Start-up Package
£250
Initial meeting to discuss your plans which will include the feasibility of your business idea, what will be the best structure for your business and why, along with a step by step walk through of the formalities required with signposting and guidance leaving you with a clear easy to follow action plan.
Other Services
More detailed support for individual projects and mentoring services available on a bespoke basis tailored to your requirements.