Business Startup Checklist

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The Business Startup Checklist and Planning Guide:

Seize Your Entrepreneurial Dreams!

by Stephanie Chandler

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ü      ___ Determine what kind of business you want to start.

ü      ___ Learn about the industry for your business.

ü      ___ Analyze the market for your business.

ü      ___ Study your competition.

ü      ___ Educate yourself on running a business.

ü      ___ Join trade associations.

ü      ___ Name your business.

ü      ___ Perform a trademark search.

ü      ___ Register a domain name.

ü      ___ Design a website.

ü      ___ Obtain a logo.

ü      ___ Determine business structure (sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation).

ü      ___ Evaluate your personal budget.

ü      ___ Write a business plan.

ü      ___ Write a marketing plan.

ü      ___ Locate financing.

ü      ___ Create a list of startup supplies with budget.

ü      ___ Open a business checking account.

ü      ___ Set up a system for accounting and payroll.

ü      ___ Apply for business license, federal tax ID, and fictitious business name.

ü      ___ Select a location and set up shop.

ü      ___ Order signage.

ü      ___ Obtain business tools (computer, fax, postage, supplies, fixtures, etc.).

ü      ___ Order business stationery (business cards, letterhead, brochures, etc.).

ü      ___ Purchase inventory.

ü      ___ Create operations and employee manuals.

ü      ___ Hire employees.

ü      ___ Set a launch date.

ü      ___ Plan a grand opening event.

ü      ___ Send announcements to everyone you know.

ü      ___ Send press releases.

ü      ___ Turn on the OPEN sign!

ü      ___ Revisit your business plan and update often.

ü      ___ Evaluate your marketing strategy often.

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