Start a business

Initial Planning

  • Identify short-term and long-term goals.
  • Set measurable objectives with timelines.
  • Align goals with your vision and mission.
  • Prioritize goals based on importance.
  • Document and review goals regularly.
  • Gather data on demographics and preferences.
  • Use surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
  • Analyze industry trends and consumer behavior.
  • Segment potential customers into groups.
  • Develop profiles for each target segment.
  • Identify key competitors in your market.
  • Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Review their services, pricing, and marketing strategies.
  • Analyze customer reviews and feedback.
  • Identify gaps and opportunities in the market.
  • Identify what makes your services different.
  • Focus on benefits that appeal to clients.
  • Consider quality, price, or service aspects.
  • Test your USP with potential clients.
  • Refine USP based on feedback and market needs.

Business Structure

Financial Planning

Branding and Marketing

Operations Setup

Client Acquisition

Compliance and Ethics

Launch

Post-Launch Evaluation

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