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We know you're busy in your business and we want to help! We're working on a number of free ebooks and information sheets to help you build and grow your business.

Help yourself to the free stuff!

Feel free to download or use these resources as often as you like. You can forward them to friends and colleagues too. They're designed to be used!

FREE EBOOKS

START AS YOU MEAN TO GO ON by using Before You Begin. Our very popular 80-page ebook might be perfect for you if you are thinking of starting a business. We take you step by step through the important stages of planning for your exciting new business. And all for free! 

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Go ItAlone LITE — this great (and very funny) e-book by 'the bad boy of business', Geoff Burch, is Julie's first e-book. She's designed it to be perfect for reading on screen. It's free and it's fun. Over 10,000 copies of this ebook have been downloaded! See why it's so popular!  Download it now »

 

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

When you're starting a business the costs can mount up alarmingly and you need to keep very tight control of your money. Use this useful calculator from Palo Alto to make sure you don't run out of money.

Starting costs calculator »

COUNTING THE CASH

Cash is king in business. You need to keep a very tight rein on the flow of cash in and out of your coffers. Use this great cashflow calculator from Palo Alto to keep track of your money.

Cashflow calculator »

 

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As soon as I saw it and began reading, I realised what an invaluable resource this guide is - whether you are starting a business, running a business or managing someone else's.

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