A 30 Point Checklist for Your Startup
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What You Need to Do Now
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1.Determine viability
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2. Create a business plan
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3. Figure out the money
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4.Get family behind you
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5.Choose a business name
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6.Register a domain name
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7.Incorporate / figure out legal structure
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8.Apply for an EIN
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9.Investigate and apply for business licenses
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10.Set up a website
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11.Register social media profiles
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12.Start your revenue stream
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13.Rent retail or office space
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14.Order business cards
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15.Open a business bank account
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16.Set up your accounting system
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17.Assign responsibilities to co-founders
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18.Upgrade your smartphone and choose apps
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19.Find free advice
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20. Consult your insurance agent and secure coverage
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21.Hire your first employee
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22.Line up suppliers and service providers
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23.File for trademarks and patents
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24.Work your network
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25.Don’t waste time on “partnerships”
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26.Refine your pitch
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27.Refine your product, and marketing and sales approach
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28.Secure your IT
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29.Get a salesperson or sales team in place
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30.Get a mentor