Self Employment Kickstart: Grow with Amazon

Amazon is seeking motivated individuals across the country to launch and operate their own parcel delivery business. The Delivery Service Partner (DSP) programme provides an opportunity for strong leaders who are passionate about starting their own business. Joining a robust community of small businesses, you will help deliver thousands of parcels to customers every day.

What can I expect on this course?

Learn what it means to be self employed and explore opportunities with Amazon. If you are considering self-employment or joining the Amazon DSP Programme, come along to our X-Forces Enterprise business workshop to learn more and meet like-minded people.

What the course will cover:

• What is the opportunity for working with Amazon as a DSP?
• Pros and Cons of self-employment
• How will you measure success?
• What does trading as a Limited Company mean?
• Overview of important financial tools and insights on tax, national insurance and other business costs

If you would like more information about the DSP programme prior to the event please click here.

Am I eligible?

This course is available for the following individuals: VETERANS // FAMILIES // SPOUSES // RESERVISTS // SERVICE LEAVERS

FAQs

What do I need for this workshop?

A personal laptop or tablet with webcam and microphone enabled, and a stable broadband connection with at least 2Mbps spare bandwidth and a fixed, quiet environment. Oh, and a pen/notepad next to you in case you want to make any notes!

The workshop will be hosted using Zoom, and you can join via most browsers, or use the Zoom app.

You will be emailed further information nearer the workshop, including how to get online & join the virtual workshop for free.

What do I need to do in advance of the course?

You need to sign up to the XFE Hub as a member and complete the questionnaire before the training.

Is there an age limit?

Yes, you must be over 18 to join this event.

Is there any support available after the event?

At XFE our events are just the start of the support we can offer you. If you decide entrepreneurship is for you, we recommend you attend our 2-day Start-up Skills workshop for a more in-depth workshop on business start-up. Alternatively, should you feel ready to proceed, we can assign you a dedicated Business Advisor who will help you apply for start-up funding, following which you will be eligible for our 12 months mentoring programme.

This event is supported by Amazon.

What if I have a query in the meantime?

For any enquiries please call 0121 724 0655 or email events@x-forces.com.