Starting a business when you are young

Recruiting staff

Once your business is up and running, you may want to consider expanding your company by recruiting staff. Taking on employees is a big step for any business, especially a new business. Before you commit time and money to looking for and hiring staff you need to carefully consider why you require extra help and how long you will need it for.

There are various options, depending on your requirements:

• permanent staff - either full time or part time
• staff with fixed-term contracts
• casual or agency staff
• freelancers and outside contractors

To understand the different ways of taking on staff and how to choose those who best meet your needs, read our guide on taking on staff - the options.

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Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Do you have what it takes?
• Starting a business
• Considerations for young entrepreneurs
• Planning for success
• Securing finance
• Financial planning and control
• Recruiting staff
• Networking and mentoring
• Here's how I set up a business when I was 23

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