Follow this Checklist to Get Started

Getting your business off the ground will often take a lot longer than you thought as there may be delays beyond your control. TO check that you're headed in the right direction, follow this list:

• Examine your personal criteria. Why are you starting a business?
• Consider you work habits, for example whether you prefer working early in the morning or late at night.
• List why people would want to buy your product or service.
• Conduct market research, even if it's sampling among your family and friends
• List potential suppliers and their strong and weak points.
• Draw up your financial plan. How much profit do you need to stay afloat? What are your expenses?