Starting a business can run the gamut of emotions from
exciting and fun to frustrating and scary.
But the overall feeling is usually one of satisfaction and hard work
paying off for you instead of always someone else. Starting your own business is easier than you
think once you have an idea of what you’d like to do. You can start from scratch or buy an existing
business or franchise. You can start by
yourself or with partners or even a large group.
However you decide to begin, the steps are much the same. This ten part series will get you started
with articles about deciding on a legal structure, developing a business plan
and a marketing plan, deciding how to price your product or service and how to
bid. In addition we will cover
accounting, finance and record-keeping, taxes and other governmental
requirements, contracts, employees, and how to get the help you need.
Of course we can only scratch the surface of these topics in
blog-form -- you will need legal and accounting expertise -- but the information will help you get started.
First things first: What kind of business do you want to start?
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Kim Luedke is Co-owner of ProfessionalEdge Associates, offering a wide range of marketing and support services to businesses that want to increase their success, but aren't in a position to add to their staff.
