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Self-Employment Workshops

Have you wondered how to be your own boss? These government-funded workshops are for you! Get the knowledge and support you need to start your journey of entrepreneurship and self-empowerment.

Ready to be your own boss?  Let’s make it happen!

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Are the Self-Employment Workshops right for me?

ABOUT THE WORKSHOPS

The Self-Employment Workshops are designed to give you a taste of entrepreneurship and self-employment.

If you have a business idea, or dream of being your own boss but aren’t quite ready to apply for Self-Employment Assistance, these workshops provide the support you need to progress to the next stage. They are 100% funded by the Australian Federal Government Department of Employment for eligible participants.

Developing your entrepreneurial mindset

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Being self-employed involves a lot of different avenues and responsibilities, some of which you might be unsure of, or not even considered. These workshops are loaded with practical information to give you an excellent opportunity to understand the day-to-day realities of running your own business. It’s also the ideal environment to discuss your ideas with others to gain valuable feedback and insight.  

The Self-Employment Workshops cover 5 critical business areas to give you a good grounding in what is involved in setting up your own business. These include:

  1. Getting Started: Learning to think like an entrepreneur
  2. Business Idea Generation and Validation: Identify business opportunities
  3. Start Up Essentials: Your legal & tax requirements
  4. Going Digital: Getting your business online
  5. Branding and Marketing: Developing a brand and creating value for customers

Topics are covered over 25 hours, across a 1 to 3 week period (depending on your circumstances). They can be accessed online to ensure eligible candidates can participate no matter where you’re located across QLD, NSW, SA and VIC.

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Should Your Business be on TikTok?

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Speak to a consultant

If you have a business idea or just want to learn more about our business start up programs, you can request to have one of our friendly consultants call you back at a time that suits you.

Am I eligible for the Self-Employment Workshop?

WHO CAN APPLY

To be eligible for the Self-Employment Workshop, you must:

  • be available to participate in the workshop as scheduled
  • be eligible to work in Australia
  • be at least 15 years of age (noting that a person must be 18 years of age to access Small Business Coaching)
  • not be an overseas visitor on a working holiday visa or an overseas student studying in Australia
  • not be engaged in more than 25 hours of employment, accredited education or training per week
  • not have received Self-Employment Assistance in the past year
  • not be undischarged bankrupt

We provide workshops to eligible participants in the following locations across NSW, QLD, SA and VIC. The services we provide include locations listed below and surrounding areas

New South Wales:

  • Sydney Greater West
  • Sydney South West
  • Illawarra South Coast

Queensland

  • Darling Downs
  • Gold Coast
  • Wivenhoe

South Australia

  • Adelaide South (including eastern suburbs)

VICTORIA

  • North Eastern Melbourne
  • South Eastern Melbourne and Peninsula
  • Western Melbourne

Get started on your self-employment journey

APPLY NOW

Are you eligible for the Self-Employment Workshop? Applying is as easy as clicking the link below to access our simple application process. 

APPLY HERE

For more information about Self-Employment Workshop, please provide us with some details by following the link below. From there, one of our team will be in touch to answer your questions. 

Contact Us

Resource Hub

Useful resources

10 Reasons Why a Business Plan is Important for Small Businesses

Business planning is an ongoing activity. Whether you're looking to start a business or expand your enterprise, business plans are essential tools for managing and growing your business.

Should Your Business be on TikTok?

Tik Tok is not the platform you want to sleep on. If you're looking to reach a new audience, generate brand awareness and grow your business organically, then this is the platform for you.

Get in touch

Speak to a consultant

If you have a business idea or just want to learn more about our business start up programs, you can request to have one of our friendly consultants call you back at a time that suits you.

Sarina Russo Group acknowledges the First Nations Peoples of this Country, the traditional custodians connected to the land, water and community on which we live, work and help others to live their best lives. We also pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, who strive to build a better and more sustainable future for future generations to come.