Got an idea for an invention or product? Speak to a patent attorney and a business advisor for free, confidential advice. To book: email: patlib@manchester.gov.uk

Free expert advice from the Business Growth Hub from advisors that have business experience and understand the challenges involved. Drop in, no appointment needed.

Free, expert advice with People Plus. Just drop in, no appointment needed.

Talk through your Ideas with one of our information experts in a confidential 30 minute appointment. Whether you're thinking of starting a business or dreaming up a new invention, we can help you to identify the information and organisations to help you get started with: business plans protecting your intellectual property developing your idea researching… Read More

Selling on eBay or other online platforms can be a great way to start or grow a business. When it comes to buying online the UK is the global number one market – 77% of people buy something online at least once a month. Maggie Harding, owner of Garbo Antiques, started her successful online business… Read More

Free expert advice from the Business Growth Hub from advisors that have business experience and understand the challenges involved. Drop in, no appointment needed.

You'll be amazed at the free business resources you can find online. Learn how to help your idea take off or save your business time and money using these free tools. This is a Beginners session including short demos, aimed at startups and pre startups.

Expert advice from qualified and experienced Business Advisors from Peopleplus Enterprise.

If you have a business and need guidance, require funding and need help to apply, OR if you have a business idea and are not sure what to do next, this is for you. Delivered by People Plus and part funded by the European Regional Development Fund as part of the Start Smart programme.