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If you feel nervous about setting up a business, that's normal for everyone - don't let that put you off. A good way to build your confidence is to speak to others who have set up a business and find out what the experience is really like.

Networks for women in business

Women's business networks are a good way to build relationships. They offer a forum for discussion, sharing experiences, peer mentoring and practical and emotional 91Ï㽶»ÆÉ«ÊÓƵ. Just knowing someone else is facing the same challenges as you makes it easier to keep going.

Networking is a highly effective way to build up a business. It offers a potential market for your goods or services and can be an invaluable way of building up a client base and track record.

Women in Business is Northern Ireland's largest and fastest growing network for business women and entrepreneurs - find out more about .

WIB also have a with nearly 150 successful and inspirational business women who provide expertise to 91Ï㽶»ÆÉ«ÊÓƵ to local women in business.

There are also many UK sector specific women's networks including:

• Women in Technology - aims to promote women in the technology industry. .
• Aurora Women's Network - provides networking opportunities and events for women in business. .
• Prowess - an online hub for women-friendly business 91Ï㽶»ÆÉ«ÊÓƵ, inspiration and information. .