Start your business

Are you thinking about starting a business? If so, you’re in good company. More than 500,000 businesses start every year in the UK. We can help you discover your business potential and get your business off to a great start.

  • Discover how to kick-start your start-up

    Want to get your business off to the best possible start? Sage can help you get the insights you need, even before you start, to make your business a success.
  • Start your business

  • People start up in business for different reasons – from wanting to be your own boss to needing greater flexibility or a better work life balance. Whatever the reason, starting up can be both scary and exhilarating. Our guides and expert tips are designed to help you get your business off to the best possible start.

  • Our guide to starting your own business

    Everything you need to know, from deciding when to launch to creating your brand and writing your business plan.

    Top tips on how to start a business

    Our tips cover the topics you need to know about when starting up on your own and include expert advice to help you avoid common pitfalls.

  • Start-up stories

    We asked small business owners about the challenges they faced when starting up, and what advice they would give to new business owners. Watch our start-up story videos to hear what they had to say.