Social Firms UK

As an established social enterprise, Forth Sector was asked to prepare this guide to help other organisations and individuals preparing to set one up. In their forward, they write, "Starting a social enterprise can be challenging, rewarding, stimulating and scary. There is already a range of business planning guides and templates out there but very few can tell you how to set up a social enterprise. We've used our own experience, and the experience of others in running businesses with equal financial, social and environmental aims to map out a route for you. We hope that you will benefit from our experience, avoid the pitfalls and achieve your goal to establish a successful social enterprise. To download this PDF visit http://www.forthsectordevelopment.org.uk/pages/resources.html

Aimed at Social Firm managers, "Creating the Magic" offers guidance on how to create a supportive, inclusive and empowering work environment. It highlights good practice, and directs Social Firm managers to a range of information, guidance and support that can help create the Social Firm's supportive working environment.

Creating the Magic will be available FREE to Full Members of Social Firm Scotland as either a hard copy or downloadable version from the end of March 2008

Non members of Social Firms Scotland can buy a copy of Creating the Magic for £35 (inc. p&p).

For more information or to order your copy, visit Social Firms Scotland's website at http://www.socialfirms.org.uk/whatwedo/creatingthemagic.asp

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