Success stories
If you are thinking about working for yourself, or growing your business, one of the best things you can do is find someone who's already done it and talk to them. With over 3,000 businesses of all shapes and sizes already here in South Tyneside, you don't have to take just our word for it.
Ask them about their experiences, what did it mean to them? How did it change their lives? What's been the best bit and what's been the hardest? What would they do differently if they could go back and do it again? Would they go back and do it again?
We spoke to a number of people from around South Tyneside about their experiences, which they're happy to share with you.
Northern Threads
Designer menswear store, South Shields
Urban River
Web and design agency, South Shields
Aspire Technology
IT solutions, Hebburn
Squigglers
Children's painting club, Boldon
ELS Dog Walking
Dog walking and pet sitting, South Shields
Luther Photography
Photographer, Jarrow
Tasty Bites
Catering provider, South Shields
Training in Childcare
Childcarers, South Shields
JK Clothing
Schoolwear, Jarrow
Interview with Restaurant Design Associates
Restaurant installations, Hebburn
Aspirational Investments
Mobile phone franchise, South Shields
A day in the life
Training and consultancy, Hebburn
Everyone who works for themselves has a different experience, a different story to tell. They can give a real taste of what it can be like and what kind of impact it can have on your life. But remember, if you do want to work for yourself, it's all about writing your own story. You'll be doing it your way, making your own rules.
If your already in business, and would like to share your story with us and others, then please get in touch.
