How to start and grow a business in France

Regardless of the type of business you plan to create, the first piece of advice is to not remain isolated.

Most entrepreneurs need advice when setting up their project. For some, the need for support will be felt from the very beginning of the project, while for others it will be needed during the implementation phase as launch approaches.

The purpose of this article is to help you determine, based on your needs, who you should turn to for advice in your business creation project:

Who can advise you on how to organize your business?

Below is an overview of the main existing solutions for obtaining advice on starting a business. These different experts work well together.

Business creation consultant

• Project preparation.
• Action plan.
• Project development support.

Expert-comptable

• Business plan validation.
• Choice of legal status.
• Financial structure.
• Taxation and accounting.

Advocate

• Legal support of the company.
• Development of the charter.
• Creating a legal framework for your business.

Mentor, business coach

• Setting up your business.
• Business development.
• Experience exchange.
• Business support and advice.

Business creation consultant

The mission of a business creation consultant is to support you in the creation of your project, in particular with all the issues that need to be resolved to turn your idea into a real project.

The support of a business creation consultant is especially interesting in the early stages of your project. After all, this is the only professional who can really devote time to preparing your project. As we will see below, lawyers and accountants are more focused on the final stages of creating a business and launching activities.

When the start-up activity is close to materializing, the consultant usually passes the baton to the chartered accountant. Then this professional will be better able to accompany you in creating a company and launching your new activity. A Business Startup Consultant is not intended to take care of your registration procedures or guide you through the start of your business.