Launch your own country business

Do you have a great idea for a business? Enter Country Homes & Interiors third business competition to win £6,000 worth of professional advice from business specialists, Business Talent.

Do you dream of running your own village shop, designing your own home accessories, or have a great idea for a new product or service? Each year, Country Homes & Interiors host an exclusive competition to win a package of professional advice from Business Talent, which can help make your business dream become a reality. 

THE PRIZE

The fantastic prize is valued at £6,000 and introduces the winner to the experts at Business Talent. The prize consists of the following:

  • Business Planning (18 hours) includes financial planning and drafting of a business plan.
  • Social Media Consultancy and Training including LIFT, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
  • Marketing and Sales Planning (12 hours) includes guidance on market research, support with completing a marketing plan and designing sales processes.
  • Mentoring and business advice Includes eight, one-hour mentoring and support sessions delivered by Skype or phone.
  • Website design and hosting For one year, including a maximum six-page search-engine optimised website built with Wordpress, advice on choosing a web address and page names (please note: this does not include e-commerce functionality.
  • Business Logo and Stationery Design
  • Stationery printing up to the value of £310
  • Accountancy and bookkeeping Discounted in year one up to the value of £250

2011 AWARDS

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2010 AWARDS

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HOW TO ENTER

Download an entry form for your chance to win £6,000 worth of business advice. The closing date is 30th April 2012

TERMS & CONDITIONS

The winner will be selected by the Editor, a director from Business Talent and a panel of expert judges. All services will be supplied according to Business Talent's terms and conditions, which will be issued to the winner. Entrants must be over 18 and resident in mainland UK. All entries must be made directly by the person entering the competition. The prize is as stated, is not transferable and no cash or other alternative will be offered.


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