Workshop: Nebenberuflich gründen – sicher und professionell in die Selbstständigkeit starten

In the organizer's words:

Do you have a business idea, a special talent or a passion that you would like to turn into a career - but don't want to give up your secure income completely (yet)?

Then this workshop is just right for you.
We'll show you how to start your own business step by step without taking unnecessary risks - and how to present yourself in a professional and legally compliant manner right from the start.

Starting a business on the side means building your own foothold, testing your idea on the market and developing it further - with a plan, structure and realistic goals.
It's about recognizing opportunities, avoiding stumbling blocks and optimally preparing yourself for the time when you might want to take the next step into full self-employment.

This workshop will provide you with the necessary knowledge, practical tips and clear action steps to prepare for your start-up. From the idea and legal issues to taxes, time management and marketing - we'll show you what really matters.

Our goal: to give you security, orientation and motivation so that your start in part-time self-employment is a success.

What you can expect:

- Starting a business on the side - opportunities, advantages and limitations
- From idea to concept - how to realistically plan your business idea
- Legal & formalities - business registration, legal forms & permits
- Main vs. secondary occupation - what you need to know about employment law, social insurance & tax
- Business plan light - how to plan your project and minimize financial risks
- Taxes & accounting - the basics for part-time self-employed people
- Time management & organization - how to juggle your job, family and start-up
- Winning customers - marketing on a small budget
- Funding & support - programs for part-time founders
- Outlook: From part-time job to main job - when and how the next step makes sense

In this workshop, you will gain clarity, courage and the tools to tackle your dream of self-employment with confidence and enjoyment - even alongside your job.

You will receive
- Guidance with all the information you need
- Space for questions & real answers
- Motivation & structure for your path

Target group: Anyone who wants to start their own business or is already self-employed and wants to consolidate their foundations.

Location: Let's stay friends, Bismarckstrasse 56-62, 50672 Cologne

Duration: 1 day, approx. 4 hours in total
👉 Secure tickets now & reserve your place

Volker Ahlgrimm - Entrepreneur.consultant from Cologne

Volker Ahlgrimm studied business administration and economics and gained extensive management experience in the automotive industry until 2005, including in the organization of Ford Werke AG and later at the car company Renault/Nissan AG.

Self-employed since 2006, he supports start-ups, SMEs and existing companies in the areas of business management consulting, financing, start-up consulting, company succession, controlling, restructuring and applying for funding (EU/ESF) with his management consultancy business.concept and the Gründeragentur-Köln.

His focus: practical coaching for companies from a wide range of sectors - from services, trade and crafts to the cultural and creative industries. In addition to individual consultations, he has been offering seminars and lectures on business start-ups, finance, tax and legal issues (in cooperation with experts) for many years.