Development of Adult Entrepreneurial Skills An Example from Sweden

One Stop Shop to Get Started Cooperation between several government departments Aims to provide all information needed for starting a business in one place Interactive questionnaire leads to check list of things to do Step-by-step help to put together a business plan

Check-list of things to organise expands to show short descriptions and links to further information and registration pages

Walk before you can run Start small, but think big Don’t underestimate the amount of time you need to learn how to run a business Find help for the things that are new or you find difficult Plan your year, but leave room for the unexpected ©

Accounting & Taxes Use Tax Authority guides to help you set up your bookkeeping and submit your tax return Keep it simple Regularly set aside time to keep your books up to date If you’re not sure, ask for help

Get On-Line Create your own website: Join an on-line market place Social Media: Invest in good visual materials ©

Pricing Check what your peers are doing Take into account all costs, not just materials Be confident about what you charge, not apologetic Educate your customers, so they understand the added value of your handmade product ©