FREE Business Training Seminars

Do you have a hobby or idea that you want to develop into a business or need to build your enterprise?

Then put these dates in your diary (All seminars 10.00am to 12.30pm)

• 18th November Selling Skills, Learn to Sell with Ease
• 25th November It's a Taxing Affair - Taxes & tax return workshop, benefits for the self-employed
• 1st December Introduction to Self-Employment
• 8th December Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point simply explained
• 15th December How to Survive and Thrive - The easy way to boost sales & profits
• 16th December Networking - workshop and Seasonal Drink (12 noon - 2pm)

If you would like to attend any of these seminars and you live in the Borough of Westminster please call the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre on 020 7266 0636

Actingworks website

Actingworks

When a mum wants to return to work it can be a daunting prospect. So former Broadway producer Bebie Waller started up a business using drama as a educational tool.

Bebie Waller runs interactive workshops and after-school club. They consist of Yoga, drama, languages, street dance and music. All the after school clubs and workshops provide a fun and fact filled learning experience. They are designed to improve communication skills and self-confidence.

Bebie has developed the programme herself. She has enjoyed a career in film, theatre, TV, radio and the recording industry since 1982. She has worked with children throughout her career and has worked as a coach and mentor.

Actingworks are now facilitating 20 workshops a month for children from the North Westminster community.

If you would like more information you can call Bebie Waller on 07950 579 595

Dog Socialising Classes

Dog Socialising Classes for all dog owners in Wards W9 and W10 (Harrow Rd Ward) and (Queens Park Ward) commence on the 9th of October 2010. They will take place at Queens Park Gardens (Ilbert Street).

• W10 Puppy Classes 2.30pm - 3pm
• Adult Dog Classes 3pm - 4pm 

Crissie is also a client of the Westminster Enterprise Centre

Training will be given regarding 'Walking on the Lead', 'Not to Jump up', 'Recall and other anti social doggy behaviour!

The classes run for 6 weeks and will run by Crissie Chambers (NOCN) in Dog Psychology and Dog Aggression. 

ALL DOGS MUST BE ON A LEADS - NO EXTENSION LEADS PLEASE

Any queries contact Crissie on 0794 9523 710

NB; Remember is is not only important to pick up after your dog - BUT is part of the Dog Control Act

Training Seminars

Future Training Seminars at the Westminster Enterprise Centre

 For residents that reside in North Westminster only

Do you have a hobby or idea that you want to develop into a business or need to build your enterprise?

Then put these dates in your diary (all seminars 10.00 am to 12.30 pm)

• 14th October - Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point simply explained
• 20th October - Market Research & Questionnaire design
• 27th October - Marketing and Promotion - techniques and tips
• 3rd November - Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point
• 10th November - Introduction to Self-Employment
• 18th November - Selling Skills - learn to sell with ease
• 25th November - It's a Taxing Affair - Taxes & tax return workshop, benefits for the self employed

To book your FREE seminars or for free business support call: 020 7266 0636 (During office hours - Mon to Thurs)

Westminster Enterprise Centre, 59 Elgin Avenue, London W9 2DB

Your friendly Neighbourhood Handy Man

Are you looking for:

• DIY or home improvements in the home or at work?
• Prompt, courteous, responsive, clean and reliable?
• Workmanship fully guaranteed and insured

It's time to get those jobs done by an experienced craftsman. Affordable quality is always delivered.

Decorating, carpentry, plastering, self assembly...

All you need to do is call: 07 40 50 30 782

Handyman1@london.com

Creating & Inspiring Ltd website

Creating & Inspiring Ltd has a design style that captures a fusion of classical and contemporary elements. We offer a friendly and professional service working closely with clients to understand their vision and offer inspirational ideas to create the ultimate interior...

Rita Pohoomal creative director and founder of Creating & Inspiring, has fifteen years experience in the design world. Her approach is genuine, passionate and professional

Contact Rita Pohoomal

info@creatingandinspiring.com

Shujun Healthcare Website

Visit Dr Shu Jun's Health-care Clinic; based in Maida Vale in West London...

If you are unwell or in pain, then this Chinese Healthcare centre has a wide range of treatments to bring you welcome relief. These medical remedies are simply the most tried and tested therapies in the world.

We specialise in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture and massage perfect for beauty treatments, ideal for losing weight.

Contact Dr Shu Jun for more information or to make an appointment

37 Chippenham Road, Maida Vale,

London W9 2AH

Book your free consultation on 020 7286 1442

Email: info@shujunhealthcare.co.uk

Dr Shu Jun is also a client of the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre

Dates for your diary

FREE Business Training Seminars for residents living in the Borough of Westminster London

Do you have a Hobby or Idea that you want to Develop into a Business or need to build your enterprise?
Then put these dates in your diary (All seminars 10.00am to 12.30 noon)

• 18th August - Introduction to self employment
• 25th August - How to survive and thrive - The easy way to boost sales & profits
• 2nd September - Its a Taxing Affair - Taxes & tax return workshop, benefits for the self employed
• 8th September - Introduction to self employment
• 15th September - Financial Planning - cash flow, profit & loss, break-even point
• 22nd September - Successful Advertising - Discover what works
• 30th September -Customer Care - Gaining & Retaining

Research has shown those businesses that start after receiving this type of help are four times more likely to be a success. So we are here to help you

To book your FREE Seminars or for free help call: 020 7266 0636 (during office hours)

Rochelle Babb, Designer Bags

Rochell is a young designer who lives in Queens Park, West London with her young daughter and family. She intends to create two handmade bag collections one for each season of the year. So this will be one collection for Spring/Summer and one for Autumn/Winter. Both collections will have a minimum of 6 pieces and will be offered in three or four colour ways. Each collection will change the following year.


Wedding/Bridal bespoke service, where the client will have a one 2 one consultation to help with ideas and the design of the piece they would want to be produced for the special day.
The products will range from different shaped bags such as a Tote shoulder bag, clutch bag and a shopper. Accessories will include two different types of purses. When the business starts to grow Rochelle will add more accessories such as key rings, bracelets and ipod / iphone cases. All products will be made in leather and lined with cotton or satin.
Since coming along to the enterprise centre Rochelle now has a strong business plan and is looking forward to starting her own business.

J.C. Mini Bus Service

J.C. Mini Bus Service provides transportation for children and adults to and from school/sporting events/trips after school activities, etc. There is also the opportunity for private work, when the school year is out of session.


Jean Crawford first registered with the Enterprise Centre back in 2009. She is a mother living in Queens Park North Westminster and at the time of coming along to use the services at the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre, driving a Mini Bus for another private firm. After creating a business plan and receiving business coaching from the business support officer here at the centre, Jean sought a loan and was able to put this money towards a Mini Bus of her own.

Jean is now self-employed and looking forward to the future.

Vevian Handmade in London

Vevian

Handmade in London
Babies Shoes: Newborn to 2 years

The vision of Vevian entails a high-end market handmade baby's shoe. The shoes will be made of high quality leather for upper, lining and sole. The styles will consist of classic, modern and trendy designs and the colours used will be those that have not previously been seen in baby shoe collections.  


When looking at the shoes the customer will know that they are locally made and not mass-produced, unique and will forever be unique.

Vivienne Lopez lives in Maida Vale with her young family, since coming along to the enterprise centre she has completed a strong business plan and will be launching her new business shortly.

Studio Adelaide, Architecture & Design

Raymond De Souza now has his own Architect Business specialising in residential, commercial and industry architecture in both the domestic and international market.
Contact Raymond at his London Studio-
35 Queensborough Terrace,
London W2 3SY
+44 7541 362 925
email:rds@studioadelaide.com

Hidden Workshop website

Hidden Workshop is a Bespoke Business. It is a showcase of a passionate designer whose interests include floral decoration, textiles, ceramics and fashion.

Veronica holds a bachelor degree in fashion and textiles from Palermo University and a masters degree in fashion and textiles from Central Saint Martins, University of London. She worked for Alice Temperley at the London Studio for over 3 years, specialising in handmade embroidery and Bridal. Following her love for everything handmade and flowers. 

Veronica started her own bespoke business in 2008 and with support from the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre the business has gone from strength to strength to date.

 

Online help in Westminster

The presentation How to Sell On Line attracted an enthusiastic group of Westminster s emerging entrepreneurs. This event was staged through the Westminster Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre. Successful businessman Michael Clarke who specialises in web design and online marketing shared his secrets to profitable online selling. The meeting concluded with a tasty buffet and networking.

Organiser Kim Sadler said, "we've had some fantastic feedback to this project and are looking forward to launching a new programme of workshops shortly. Watch this space!".

Training Seminars

The Neighbourhood Enterprise Centre are now running training seminars. These workshops are here to help you. Research has shown those businesses that start after receiving this type of help are four times more likely to be a success.

• Introduction to Self Employment
• Business Planning
• How to successfully market your business
  

For more information please call us on 020 7266 0636

Healthy Enterprise

NHS Westminster, working with Paddington Development Trust, has launched Healthy Enterprise, a grant and loan scheme for start-up and first-year sustainable businesses (Social Enterprise only) operating in health and well-being markets. This innovative fund will provide loans or grants from £1,000 to £50,000 to prospective social enterprises.
The enterprise centre managed by PDT , offers advise and support to prospective start-up businesses and assists in the business planning process.

To book an appointment or for information about grants, please contact Kim Sadler at the Enterprise Centre, 59 Elgin Avenue, W9 on 020 7266 0636 or kim@pdt.org.uk