StockSnap.io– Free high resolution stock images for just about any use you can think of – including commercial usage.
Wave– Send invoices and track your finances – for free
AngelList- Experience the startup ecosystem — invest in startups, research the fastest-growing companies, and find a job you love.
Free digital maturity assessment -Find out in just a few minutes whether your business is ready for the digital revolution and identify areas for improvement.
10 steps to start your business – Learn about how starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities
Support for starting a business from the The Prince’s Trust.
How to create an export invoice
Payment methods for exporters
Insure against non-payment
Enterprise gives you the vital business know-how and confidence to grow from budding entrepreneur into successful business owner. This free online programme from The Prince’s Trust offers easy-access learning workshops, 1-2-1 support to help you achieve your goals, and the opportunity to secure funding for your business.
Prepare to do business in a foreign country
Documentation for international trade-Guidance on export documents, including transport and payments paperwork.
Moving goods and using freight forwarders – Advice for exporters on choosing transport and using freight forwarders.
SmallBusiness provides a comprehensive list of grants from all over the UK on their website.
Understand international trade terms -An explanation of terms used by UK exporters and their buyers in documentation and contracts.
International trade contracts and incoterms –Using international commercial terms ensure properly written contracts.
How to create an export plan-Advice on how to write a business plan for exporting from the Department of International Trade.
Sell services overseas
Choose a route to market -from the Department of International Trade.
Set up a business abroad-How to enter an export market by setting up a business abroad.
Understand export market research-An introduction to research for exporters
Research export markets online- Guidance on using the internet to research overseas markets.
Research in-market –Advice on research by visiting your target market
Department of International Trade market guides can help you find export opportunities and prepare to do business in new markets.