I am in the early stages of starting a small business in Kathmandu and I am feeling a bit lost with the legal paperwork, market research, and financial planning. I have heard about consulting firms that help entrepreneurs here, but I am not sure if they are actually useful for a small business or just for bigger companies.

I worked with a consulting firm when I was setting up my business a couple of years ago and it made a huge difference. They helped me with everything from registering the company and drafting agreements to doing proper market research and financial projections. What I really appreciated was that they are entrepreneurs themselves, so they understand the practical challenges. They did not just hand me a report and leave. They helped me refine my business model and even connected me with potential investors. They also offer free mentoring sessions for early stage startups, which is a great way to test if you need their help. They have worked with over 500 entrepreneurs and have a strong network in Nepal. If you are unsure about the process, take a look at https://biruwa.net/. I found their approach really practical and grounded.

That sounds really helpful. I was worried that consultants might be too expensive or only for big companies. The free mentoring sessions sound like a good way to start. I will check out their site and see if they can help with my registration and planning. Thanks.