Manchester Startups

Raising Investment

Wed, Aug 19 · 5:00 PM BST

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🚀 Are you ready to supercharge your business growth and secure the funding you need to achieve your entrepreneurial dreams? Join us for an inspiring session that will change the way you think about investment.

🔎 Unlock the Secrets:
Discover the key sources of investment that could catapult your startup to the next level. Learn how to harness the power of SEIS and EIS tax reliefs to your advantage and watch your business thrive. We'll delve into the company and investor qualification requirements, guiding you through the entire process for qualifying for these game-changing reliefs.

📜 Investment Unwrapped:
Dive deep into the world of investment documentation and ensure you're equipped to make the right moves. Our expert will reveal the insider tips and tricks to avoid common pitfalls and secure the funding your venture deserves.

💬 Your Questions, Our Answers:
The session will conclude with an open Q&A, providing you with a unique opportunity to get your burning questions answered by the pros. Don't miss this chance to gain invaluable insights.

🎤 Speak with the Expert:
Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths, the only law firm in the UK working exclusively with startups and high growth businesses. Michael is also the author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Advising on the risks and pitfalls to avoid when setting up your own business, this book makes the complicated aspects of start-up law simple. Chapter one is now available to download for free, click here to find out how to build your business on rock.

This is your chance to revolutionise your business journey! Secure your spot now and be on your way to investment success. Don't delay—your future awaits!

Break Free from Burnout: A Survival Guide for Startup Founders

Thu, Sep 17 · 5:00 PM BST

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Building a startup is thrilling but it can also be exhausting. Long hours, constant pressure and the relentless grind of raising funds, managing teams and chasing growth can leave even the most ambitious founders running on empty.

Burnout isn’t just a personal struggle it can derail your vision and your company’s future. This webinar is designed to help founders reset, recharge and reclaim control.

Led by the startup law expert Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths, we’ll share practical strategies and survival tactics to protect both you and your business from the damaging effects of burnout.

What you’ll discover:
⚡️Why burnout happens so often in startup life
⚡️The warning signs you can’t afford to ignore
⚡️How to reduce stress while still scaling your business
⚡️Legal and structural foundations that ease pressure on founders
⚡️Tools and tactics to stay focused, energised and resilient

Plus: Live Q&A with Michael Buckworth: get real-world insights and your questions answered on how to overcome founder burnout without sacrificing growth.

Who should attend?
🙋‍♂️Founders feeling stretched too thin
🙋‍♀️Entrepreneurs who want to build a startup without sacrificing health
📈Leaders looking for practical tools to balance growth and wellbeing
Running a startup doesn’t have to mean running yourself into the ground.
Join us to protect your energy, sharpen your focus and lead your company to success without burning out along the way.

Side Hustle Success: Juggling Your Startup and Full-Time Job

Thu, Oct 22 · 5:00 PM BST

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You’re passionate about your startup but you’re not ready to quit your day job and that’s okay. Running a business while working full-time is one of the hardest balancing acts a founder can attempt. Long days, competing priorities and limited energy can make it feel impossible to move your startup forward.

This webinar is designed for founders like you. We’ll share real-world strategies to manage your time, protect your business legally and make meaningful progress on your side hustle, all without burning out or risking your career.

Why this webinar is different:

• No generic advice: learn practical and actionable steps for founders juggling two worlds
• Insights from legal expert who work exclusively with startups
• Live discussion with Michael Buckworth, answering your toughest side-hustle questions

What you’ll walk away with:
✅ How to structure your startup so it runs smoothly alongside your job
✅ Ways to protect yourself legally while scaling your side business
✅ Productivity hacks that actually work when your time is limited
✅ Tips to attract investors and grow your startup without quitting your day job

Who should attend:
🙋‍♀️ Founders running a startup alongside full-time employment
📈 Side-hustle entrepreneurs ready to grow their business efficiently
💡 Anyone looking for practical tools to balance work, life and startup ambitions

Special Feature: Live Q&A with Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael makes complex startup law simple and provides actionable advice you can implement immediately.

Take control of your time, scale your side hustle strategically and learn how to grow your business without risking your career.

*Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here

Introduction to Startup Law

Thu, Nov 12 · 5:00 PM GMT

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🚀Are you ready to supercharge your start-up journey?

If you're on the verge of launching your dream business or already navigating the world of start-ups, you won't want to miss this event! Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and embark on a thrilling adventure into the realm of start-up law with Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths, the only law firm in the UK working exclusively with startups and high growth businesses.

🔎What's in Store for You?

Unleash Your Start-Up Potential: Discover the critical legal issues and documentation that every start-up must conquer on the path to success.

Business Incorporation Mastery: Learn the art of incorporating your business and unlock the secrets to choosing the perfect structure for your unique venture.

Navigate the Tax Labyrinth: Deep your toes into the world of relevant taxes and uncover how to effortlessly register for them, ensuring your financial groundwork is solid.

Intellectual Property Alchemy: Demystify the enigma of intellectual property rights and equip yourself with the tools to safeguard your ideas.

Risk Management Wizards: Arm yourself with strategies to mitigate risk and safeguard your start-up's future.

Co-Founder Magic: Explore the world of vesting, options, and incentives for employees, building a team as committed as you are.

Documenting Success: Craft impeccable customer documentation, ensuring that your customers are in the best hands possible.

Funding Your Dream: Gain valuable insights into the intricate world of raising investment, unlocking the keys to financial growth.

Engage with the Expert: Bring your burning questions to our open Q&A session with Michael Buckworth. Get firsthand advice from the industry's leading expert.

🎤 Meet the Speaker: Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock,, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Advising on the risks and pitfalls to avoid when setting up your own business, this book makes the complicated aspects of start-up law simple. Chapter one is now available to download for free, click here to find out how to build your business on rock.

✨ Your start-up dreams are just a ticket away from becoming reality. Secure your spot and join us for an event that will reshape your entrepreneurial journey! ✨

Get ready to turn your start-up into a powerhouse. Book your ticket now and make sure you don't miss this game-changing event! 🚀💼💡