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I want to be the boss! – Part 5

This is fifth in a series of blogs for those that want to start their own business.  By now you’re committed, you know what your financial situation is, you’ve started your savings cushion and you’ve proven that your business is feasible.  Congratulations!

Step 6:  When will you be ready to launch your business?

There’s still some additional work you can do before you launch your business.

Tip 1:  Determine when you’ll have your cushion saved up.  Keep track of your savings and how much you’re adding each week and each month.  Reviewing your progress… Continue reading

I want to be the boss! – Part 4

This is fourth in a series of blogs for those who want to start their own business.  By now you’re committed, you know what your financial situation is and you’ve started your savings cushion.  Congratulations!

Step 5:  Will the business work?

You’ve got to get real about the business.  Some people have a passion about a service that they might offer, however they haven’t proven that it’s feasible.

Tip 1:  Choose your target market.  Who do you enjoy working with?  Who might buy your product/service?  (if you’re saying everyone, see blog post… Continue reading