We hear this time and time again and it is such a HUGE hurdle to overcome, but once you take that first step towards owning your own venue styling business, it really can be incredibly rewarding.

When we set-up our first events business in 1995, we had spent the first 2 years researching before we started advertising for our first client.  Now we have the advantage of tools like the internet and social media, the whole process becomes much faster and a new business can be set-up virtually overnight.

But does every new business owner really understand the true implications of what they are embarking upon, the rules and responsibilities they need to abide by to avoid fines, and how to optimise their business for success?

This guide highlights some of the key areas to consider when thinking about owning your own venue styling business.