Business life begins at 50, so don’t be afraid of the plunge
from the BIC. Neil’s business, Discover Edventure, involves him working with schools, sports clubs and businesses by taking them on team bonding activities.
Neil, who is a former PE teacher, went self-employed to build on his passion for education and sport and he wisely utilised some of the contacts he built up from a long career in education to help him on his journey.
And it’s having the right contacts and knowledge where older entrepreneurs can have the edge over younger rivals.
In addition to having more life experience, ‘olderpreneurs’ often have dreams they have wanted to fulfil for years and may have more confidence to make it happen.
They are also more likely to have a greater idea of their own strengths and weaknesses and how to get on with others, which is so important when you are in business.
However, please remember: whatever weakness you may have – always remember that there’s support out there to help you develop. You don’t have to be alone when going self-employed.
At the BIC we understand that it can be daunting for anyone who wants to start a business, that’s why our experienced and friendly business advisers are more than happy to support anyone who is thinking of going self-employed.
So if you want to go it alone but need that extra bit of support, contact our start-up team on 516 6111 or visit www. ne-bic.co.uk/starting-yourbusiness/.