Stage 1. BEFORE

Step 1. Think - Think it through first

• Think - Be serious about “Running a Business"
• Think - Do you have a Vision
• Think - What is your Vision and Goal
• Think - First things First
• Think - Why go into Business
• Think - Consider Business Ownership
• Think - Ingredients needed for a Business
• Think - Are you right for Business
• Think - Learn as much as you can first

Step 2. Talk - Talk it over with others

• Talk - Talk with your spouse or partner first
• Talk - Talk through these questions
• Talk - Talk with family and trusted associates
• Talk - Talk with an experienced accountant
• Talk - Talk with an experienced Lawyer
• Talk - Talk with successful people in the trade

Step 3. Clear - Be clear about business

• Clear - What are your financial risks and gains
• Clear - How much money do you have
• Clear - What type of business will you run?
• Clear - Start from scratch or Buy a Business
• Clear - Finalise your products and services
• Clear - Work from Home or from Premises
• Clear - What about a Business and Internet name
• Clear - What type of Business Structure will you use
• Clear - Review all Regulations and Laws