Your Business Checklist

Written By Aziza Duniani

Have an idea for a new business but don’t know how to start? Starting a new company is about more than just having a really great idea. It takes planning, financial decision-making, and lots of paperwork. Starting or structuring your business can be hard work but breaking it down into smaller actionable steps makes it more manageable. Where to begin?Below is a quick and straight to the point check list of the steps needed to start your business. Now of course there are many more steps that will present them self necessary depending on the nature of your specific business. However, these 10 steps below will serve as a guideline for your business structure.

  • Create a business plan

  • Choose Business Structure

  • Register your business

  • Apply for an EIN Number

  • Open a business bank account

  • Obtain appropriate licenses, permits, and certifications

  • Create an online presence (email, website, social media etc…)

  • Determine your bookkeeping system 

  • Obtain insurance 

  • Market your business


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