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It only takes a second to have a bright idea, that moment of inspiration, but often takes a lifetime to do something with it! The reason is simple; protecting and developing an idea can be complicated, confusing and often an expensive mistake. But it doesn't have to be. There are simple steps that can be taken to help your idea develop along a progressive route, minimising the risks and maximising the opportunity.

check the viability of your business idea - click on the Idea Review Tool to find out more.

Useful guide to where to start once you have an idea

A useful tool for checking your idea and generating a task list. You will need to register, click on 'Creative Industries' from the home page and then 'Innovation Diagnostic' Many of the questions may not be relevant to your business - just click on 'not relevant'!

Are you 13-25? You provide the big idea, we provide £300 and the support to make it happen.

We're offering you a fully funded year of training and development to help grow your idea and a grant to make it happen. Opening soon for 2014-15

VentureNavigator is a free and impartial online business support service for start ups, small businesses and entrepreneurs. If you have a new idea or an existing company ready for growth, VentureNavigator can help you steer a course to success!

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