As the band Dire Straits famously wrote “Get your money for nothing and the government to pay for your lawyers/accountants/marketers”….. or something like that.

As a start-up ourselves we understand that small businesses need all the help they can get (especially grants). For those that are unaware, a new grant has been released which will offer Queensland small businesses access to up to $5000 for engaging a consultant, advisor or business coach to help establish or develop the business. Check out the eligibility criteria below and get your free bag of money!

Eligible advice must fall under 1 or more of the following areas:

• professional business, tax, computing, legal or financial (accounting) advice
• mentoring/coaching
• business and strategic planning
• market research and marketing strategies, including branding strategies and social media/digital strategies.

Additional eligibility criteria includes:

• have a business name registered within the last 4 years
• have fewer than 20 employees at the time of applying for the grant
• have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be registered for GST
• be based in Queensland
• declare if any owners or directors of the business are an undischarged bankrupt or insolvent.

To find out more or to determine your eligibility, go to https://www.business.qld.gov.au/starting-business/advice-support/grants/entrepreneur-grants.

Good luck everyone!

Written by Katie Walmsley, COO, BenchOn

If you would like to talk to Katie, contact details below:

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