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What's it really like to run a business?This Scottish Start-Up Month, we're bringing together three Scottish business ow...
15/09/2026

What's it really like to run a business?

This Scottish Start-Up Month, we're bringing together three Scottish business owners to share the highs, lows and lessons they've learned along the way.

Whether you're exploring self-employment or ready to take the leap, you'll leave with practical insights, honest advice and inspiration to help you get started.

Panelists include:

Danny Gallagher (Host), Business Gateway Manager, Highland

Nicola Finney, Founder & Owner, Collymooncraft

Mhairi Burnett, Founder, Wild Dook Sauna

Aidan Thomson, Director, Interval Running

Grab your free place here ➡️ bgateway.com/events/startsmart-navigating-the-first-steps-in-business-32167



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The creator economy is growing, and more people than ever are turning their passion into a profession. If you've thought...
13/09/2026

The creator economy is growing, and more people than ever are turning their passion into a profession.

If you've thought about turning your content creation into a business but aren't sure where to begin, our new guide covers everything from finding your niche to building an audience and creating sustainable content.

Read the guide ➡️ bgateway.com/resources/starting-a-business/how-to-become-a-content-creator



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70+ businesses and organisations have already pledged their support for Scottish Start-Up Month 🎉 Thank you to everyone ...
11/09/2026

70+ businesses and organisations have already pledged their support for Scottish Start-Up Month 🎉

Thank you to everyone helping inspire and support the next generation of business owners across Scotland.

Ready to join them? Pledge your support today ➡️ bgateway.com/about-us/pledger-form

View our list of pledgers ➡️ bgateway.com/about-us/scottish-start-up-month/pledgers



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What’s the best advice you’d give someone starting a business? 🤔 We’ve been asking Scottish business owners to share the...
10/09/2026

What’s the best advice you’d give someone starting a business? 🤔

We’ve been asking Scottish business owners to share their top tips for anyone thinking about starting a business, and we’re bringing you their answers throughout Scottish Start-Up Month.

Here are 10 tips from some of the business owners who’ve shared their advice so far. Swipe through to see what they had to say.

Thinking about starting a business? Scottish Start-Up Month is packed with free webinars, practical tools and expert advice to help you take your next step.

Already running a business? You can also pledge your support and help inspire the next generation of Scottish businesses.

Find out more and get involved ➡️ bgateway.com/start-up-month

💬 What advice would you give someone starting a business? Share your top tips in the comments.



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09/09/2026

For Iain, starting a business meant turning a dream into reality.

Got a great idea for a business? This Scottish Start-Up Month, find the tools, guidance and expert support to help make your business idea happen.

And if you're already running a business, you can get behind the campaign by pledging your support.

Find out more and get involved ➡️ bgateway.com/start-up-month



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The Island Spirit Whisky Shop Business Gateway

You’ve got the idea. Now it’s time to make it happen. Starting a business can feel daunting, especially when self-doubt ...
08/09/2026

You’ve got the idea. Now it’s time to make it happen.

Starting a business can feel daunting, especially when self-doubt starts to creep in. But confidence is something you can build.

As part of Scottish Start-Up Month, join award-winning coach Nic Henderson and discover how to overcome imposter syndrome, build confidence in your ideas and take your next steps with greater clarity.

⏰ Thursday 10th September, 12pm - 1pm
💻 Online webinar
🎟️ Free to attend

Sign up here ➡️ https://www.bgateway.com/events/build-your-business-with-confidence-32127



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🚀 Got a business idea? Make September the month you get started.Whether you're still exploring your idea or ready to tak...
03/09/2026

🚀 Got a business idea? Make September the month you get started.

Whether you're still exploring your idea or ready to take your first steps, our free expert-led webinars can help you build the skills and confidence to get started.

We've selected some of the sessions from our wider programme that are especially useful for aspiring business owners. From writing your business plan and understanding bookkeeping to building your brand, creating content and making the most of social media, get practical advice and support to help you turn your idea into action.

Plus, look out for two special Scottish Start-Up Month sessions featuring award-winning coach Nic Henderson, Coaching by Nic - Holistic Life Coach & Wellness Specialist, and a panel of Scottish business owners sharing their start-up experiences.

Swipe to see what's coming up & grab your place ➡️ www.bgateway.com/events



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02/09/2026

Got a great new business idea you can't stop thinking about?

Hear from businesses who have been there, done it, and learned along the way.

This Scottish Start-Up Month we're here to help you get started, with expert-led webinars, practical guides and one-to-one advice from local teams across Scotland.

And if you're already running a business, you can get behind the campaign by pledging your support.

Find out more & get involved ➡️ www.bgateway.com/start-up-month



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🚀 Scottish Start-Up Month is back!For the second year, we’re celebrating Scotland’s entrepreneurial spirit and encouragi...
01/09/2026

🚀 Scottish Start-Up Month is back!

For the second year, we’re celebrating Scotland’s entrepreneurial spirit and encouraging more people to explore what starting a business could mean for them.

Got a great idea? Thinking about a side hustle? Ready to be your own boss? Or already taking those first steps?

This September, we’ve got free tools, practical guides, expert-led webinars and one-to-one advice from local teams across Scotland to help you move forward with confidence.

Whether you’re figuring out where to begin or ready to take your next step, we’re here to help make your business idea happen.

And if you’re already part of Scotland’s start-up community, you can play your part too. We're inviting businesses and organisations of all stages to pledge their support and help inspire the next wave of Scottish business owners.

Find out more & get involved ➡️ www.bgateway.com/start-up-month

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Looking to take your first step into business?We support business owners likeAndy at O’Neill Trees & Timber Ltd by conne...
27/08/2026

Looking to take your first step into business?

We support business owners likeAndy at O’Neill Trees & Timber Ltd by connecting them with the resources they need to start strong and grow with confidence.

Learn more at bgateway.com

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