A 30 Point Checklist for Your Startup

So you want to start a business – congratulations! Once you get over the initial excitement, it’s time to break down the process of launching your startup into manageable chunks.

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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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  • What You Can Do A Bit Later

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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

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