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The Neubrandenburg Chamber of Industry and Commerce has launched a new podcast series on the topic of self-employment. This initiative is aimed at all those who want to become self-employed in the region.

Support for the introduction of digitalization solutions is intended to strengthen the competitiveness of companies in the long term.

On 20 and 21 November 2024, Slush in Helsinki will once again be one of the largest start-up events in Europe – and five start-ups from MV can be part of it!

What does the current Global Entrepreneurship Monitor say about entrepreneurial activity in Germany and the world?

The work culture in Germany has changed sustainably, because even after the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, home office is no longer an exception but has become part of everyday life for many employees and employers.

In addition to a well-thought-out business plan, tax knowledge is also a prerequisite for your economic success.

Erasmus for Entrepreneurs offers you the opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs who run a small business in another participating country.

Even in the digital age, participating in a trade show provides an excellent opportunity to directly engage with potential customers or other businesses, and to introduce your company and its products to a wide audience, especially if your company is not yet well-known.

With their start-up “Jackle & Heidi”, ice cream makers, owners and managing directors Martin Horst and Franziska Göttsche from Penzlin have established themselves in the region and nationwide.

What do you need to consider to legally and successfully open and run your own online shop?

If you’ve just started your business and the workload is increasing, the support of mini-jobbers is often a good solution.

The application phase for this year’s KfW Start-up Award has begun. We are looking for innovative ideas from all over Germany.

An accident can happen quickly, and even customers or suppliers can get injured in the company, experience a medical emergency, and be in need of first aid.

The Green Startup Monitor 2024 reveals that almost one third of German startups are green startups.

As a self-employed individual, with or without employees, you must also be familiar with the various regulations of social insurance – and not only in theory, but especially in practical implementation as well.

Girls’Day and Boys’Day are the opportunity to explore professions and fields of study that students might not typically consider for themselves.

The tax office generally assumes that as a self-employed individual, you also use your company car for private purposes. This private portion must then be taxed.

Every business idea is different, and each has its unique path. However, some fundamental aspects are more or less shared by all when planning a startup.

Entrepreneur coach Stefan Merath knows all facets of being an entrepreneur, from starting up to insolvency. Today, he uses his knowledge and experience to guide people on the path to personal and professional success. In this interview, he talks about why failure is good, how to overcome the first hurdles as an entrepreneur and why business plans are often thrown away.

An additional 1.75 billion euros from the Future Fund and ERP Special Assets are to be used for technology and innovation developments in Germany.