In-person IT workshops for local firms

Small and medium businesses, charities, community groups and some older learners who prefer face-to-face help.

Fixed day or half-day rate per workshop, or a per-head fee for open sessions in a hired room.

• Confident presenting to groups
• Knowing business software well
• Adapting to different skill levels
• Organising and selling your services

• Public liability insurance, and professional indemnity if you advise on systems
• Safeguarding checks may be needed if you work with children or vulnerable adults, check with the organisation
• Room hire costs if customers cannot host
• Uneven income, as work can come in bursts from a few clients
• Data protection when handling customer or learner information

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £500 to £3,000, depending on your equipment, materials and insurance. Room hire may add cost if customers cannot host the workshop on their own premises.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £500 to £4,000, depending on how many workshops you book and how many clients you have. Income can come in bursts from a few clients, so plan for uneven months.

Check public liability insurance, and professional indemnity if you advise on systems. Safeguarding checks may be needed if you work with children or vulnerable adults, so ask the organisation. Also check data protection when handling customer or learner information.