So now you have an idea for a business and want to harness innovation to build a strong business model and a great reputation. Ideas into Business can offer three workshops for you at this stage:

1. Could my business idea be greener?

Not only is Green the right way to go but also centering your business round a green product or an environmentally aware selling proposition is going to give you access to a ready-made market. Nowadays, the green message is all around us and that has created a market for planet-friendly products that could be addressed whatever your core business idea.

2. How I can stop people copying my business or product idea?

This workshop explains the various ways in which business ideas can be protected, including patents, design registration, trademarks and copyright. Discover how sometimes it is better to share information with others, to avoid stifling progress.  Learn how to work with others using simple, formal agreements.

3. From Start Up to Star: innovative ways to build your business reputation

Helps you to explore:

• How confident you are in varying situations.
• Who you need to impress to make your business a success.
• A variety of ways to impress them.

* To hear more about how one local business owner benefited from this workshop click here