Anita Campbell

A 30 Point Checklist for Your Startup

• Determine viability 

• Create a business plan  

•   Figure out the money

• Get family behind you

• Choose a business name  

• Register a domain name  

• Incorporate / figure out legal structure  

• Apply for an EIN  

• Investigate and apply for business licenses  

• Set up a website  

• Register social media profiles  

• Start your revenue stream  

• Rent retail or office space  

• Order business cards

• Open a business bank account  

•  Set up your accounting system  

• Assign responsibilities to co-founders  

• Upgrade your smartphone and choose apps  

• Find free advice  

•  Consult your insurance agent and secure coverage

• Hire your first employee

• Line up suppliers and service providers  

• File for trademarks and patents  

• Work your network  

• Don’t waste time on “partnerships”   

• Refine your pitch  

• Refine your product, and marketing and sales approach  

• Secure your IT   

• Get a salesperson or sales team in place  

• Get a mentor