Enactus Kent is a student organisation which creates volunteer projects that are environmentally and economically sustainable, to solve problems in communities around the world. Enactus … Read more
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Why I got involved in Student Enterprise and Business Start-Up
My name is Saga, and I am the student ambassador for the Hub for Innovation and Enterprise at the University of Kent. I’m here to … Read more
How to name your business
The most successful brands build on a company’s strengths, so start by evaluating what you are good at and what you believe in as a … Read more
Who to get on board when starting a business
Assess your own skills and decide what other skills you will need to make your idea work. Bring in a business partner if needed and … Read more
How to finance a business
Firstly, you need to be sure that you actually need financing to get your business off the ground. Most people mistakenly believe you need vast … Read more
Competitor Research and USP
Look at figures from competitors to work out what sort of demand you will have. What will your production costs be like, and how much … Read more
How to research a business idea
Is there a market for your business? Once you’ve come up with your idea, you need to make sure there is a market for it. … Read more
What is Intellectual Property?
Property, in legal terms, means anything you can own. Intellectual property (IP) is property that’s a result of mental effort and original creative thinking. … Read more
What kind of business should I start?
There are lots of options out there for students who want to become self-employed or run a business. How to come up with a … Read more