Have you got a passion, skill or hobby that could make you money? Are you feeling the squeeze and need to make your hobby pay for itself? Maybe you’ve already started selling and want to ‘do it properly’?

Explore the potential of turning your hobby or passion into a business with a free workshop brought to Midsomer Norton by Cool Ventures in partnership with Bath and North East Somerset Third Sector Group (3SG) on Wednesday, 24th August from 10 am - 1 pm at Wansdyke Business Centre (behind Western Power, just off Radstock Road, BA3 2BB).

This interactive session will give you tips on how to make money from your skills, hobby or passion and is free for residents based within Bath and North East Somerset.

During the session you will be introduced to essential things to consider, with basic information and tools to help you get started - and turn that dream into reality! Subjects covered during the session include the pros and cons of setting up on your own, essential tools and information you need to know before you start; plus a deeper understanding of the reality of self-employment. There will also be space for you to reflect - is this really right for you? Is your idea viable? If you decide it is, you'll also leave the session with the confidence to plan your vision and take your next step.

This workshop is aimed at individuals exploring self-employment, are thinking about setting up their own business or are in the early days of starting up. Get unstuck and discover the possibilities!

The session will be led by Business Mentor, Blogger and Author, Amy Morse. Amy has been supporting small businesses for over ten years across various projects. As a creative writer, published author and avid blogger, she helps others to embrace their story and develop their small business with courage, confidence and creativity.

Spaces are limited, so reserve your place today by visiting the 3SG events page at: https://www.3sg.org.uk/event-details/make-money-doing-what-you-love-midsomer-norton

Can't make this date? A condensed, online version of the workshop will be available on Tuesday, 6th September between 11 am and 12.30 pm. Sign up at: https://www.3sg.org.uk/event-details/make-money-doing-what-you-love

As part of this project, there is also the opportunity for free, one to one online support by members of the School for Social Entrepreneurs team, Traci Lewis and Alison Belshaw, which last for up to an hour. You will have the chance to discuss your idea and receive advice on what to do next. Book your slot via: https://calendly.com/traci-35/60mins or https://calendly.com/alison-belshaw/60min Traci's experience includes start ups, specific expertise supporting women to set up and run their own successful social or environmental business, sustainability and decarbonisation. Alison has particular experience in project managing for social enterprises, governance, leadership and fundraising - including community shares, crowdfunding and grant applications.

This event is sponsored by 3SG (Bath & North East Somerset Third Sector Group), as part of a project resourced by the Community Renewal Fund and School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE), providing advice and support to individuals and groups interested in creating and launching new enterprises or developing existing ones.

3SG is a membership network supporting the charity, social enterprise, faith and voluntary sector operating in Bath and North East Somerset. It holds regular networking opportunities and ongoing support for members, whilst providing a voice for the sector at the table of governing bodies. Find out more at: 3sg.org.uk

Cool Ventures have been providing tailored, high quality business support and advice across the West of England for more than ten years. A further twelve hours of free business support is available by visiting: https://coolventures.co.uk/registration-form- business-support/ or view their range of workshops at: www.coolventures.co.uk/workshops