AllBusiness.com:
Owning a business is the dream of many Americans… starting that business converts your dreams into reality. However, there is a gap between dreams and reality. Your dreams can only be achieved with careful planning. As an entrepreneur, you will need a plan to avoid pitfalls, to achieve your goals, and to build a profitable business.
This checklist is designed to help you get started. It has seven key components:
1. Identify Your Reasons
2. Self Analysis
3. Personal Skills and Experience
4. Finding a Niche
5. Market Analysis
6. Planning Your Startup; and
7. Finances
Each component is comprehensive and is designed to prepare you for self employment. In addition, each component includes an analysis of you responses as well as a menu of supporting resources.
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They should also make sure they get any applicable business licenses, don’t be a target.