Self employment

Forge your own path

Self-employment can be a very rewarding career path. We've provided some information about the steps you can take towards becoming the owner of your own business.

Becoming self-employed is a brave decision that can lead you to achieve great things. To do so, it is important that you are well-informed during each stage of your business adventure. Find some useful resources to support you throughout your journey.

SelfStart

If you would rather create your own business instead of being an employee, the SelfStart website is a resource offered by the Australian Government that can help you achieve that goal.

There, you can find resources, tips, and guidelines that can provide you with support through the first stages of starting your own business, such as planning your business,  building your product/service creating your brand and going digital, Brand and design, exploring your local area, the essentials for your Startup, how to manage finances, marketing and sales, among others.

National Skills Commission

This Government agency has gathered a list of useful sources that can guide you on your path towards self-employment on their self-employment and entrepreneurship page. Find information on the benefits of this career path, important considerations and support on business assistance and entrepreneurship facilitators.

Macquarie University Incubator

Our multi-award winning Incubator aims to create entrepreneurship programs that encourage innovation directed towards solving world problems. This is a community that provides support in turning ideas into reality through some of the world’s most innovative thinking.

Keep working towards your goal and remember: If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door!