Now that you’ve set things up, follow the steps below to find what you need to get your business going – with simple tools, tips, and support to help you along the way.
Ready to sell your product or service but not sure where to begin?
We’ve broken it down into simple steps: how to set up your Facebook, Instagram and Google presence, spreading the word in your local community, to make it easy for people to buy from you.
It’s all written in plain English and designed to help you take confident action, even if you’ve never sold anything before.
Tasmanians can access a wide range of free services to help you start, grow and strengthen your business.
Whether you’re an established operator or just beginning, you can access personalised guidance through the New Business Support Service (NBS) or the Tasmanian Business Advice Service (TBAS).
For workplace culture and staff engagement, the Employer of Choice Assist (EOCA) program provides practical support.
Employers can also get quick, reliable advice on employment matters from the Workplace Relations Helpline.
Tasmania is home to a vibrant and growing multicultural community and there are many services available to support migrants, refugees and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
The Palawa Business Hub offers dedicated support for Aboriginal business owners.
Joining an industry association is a smart move when you're starting out in business.
These groups offer advice, support, networking opportunities and advocacy for your industry.
Many also have low-cost memberships for new businesses. Whether you're a builder, bookkeeper or beekeeper, there's likely to be a group that's right for you.
Your business ideas are valuable and protecting them legally is worthwhile. Intellectual Property (IP) includes your business name, logo, inventions and creative work.
By safeguarding these assets, you protect what makes your business unique.
From practical advice on how IP protection works for your business, to free consultations with expert IP attorneys and useful tools from IP Australia, there’s plenty of support available.
If you’ve got a big idea or are building a new business, there’s dedicated startup support available in Tasmania. Enterprize in Hobart and Launceston offers co-working spaces, mentoring, workshops and a community to help you grow your idea into something bigger.