Starting a Small Business in the Trades

Are you interested in starting your own business in a trade? Are you planning to build your own business and become an entrepreneur? Personal responsibility, independence, the ability to bring your own ideas to life, and, of course, the potential for financial success are all good reasons to take the plunge into self-employment. But they alone do not lead to success.

Today, whether in the product or service sector, an entrepreneur needs good ideas and a well-thought-out business plan, backed by a goal-oriented strategy and coherent planning. In addition to technical skills, customer-focused thinking, business acumen, and personal aptitude are essential.

• We provide personalized, problem-oriented advice,
• check the requirements under trade law,
• help you create a business plan,
• discuss your questions regarding the company's planned location,
• highlight financing options and inform you about grant programs,
• analyze lease or purchase agreements in connection with corporate acquisitions and propose improvements,
• will explain the necessary registration procedures to you.

>>>More information on the Hannover Chamber of Crafts website<<<