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10 steps to starting a business
Starting a small business is easy using our step-by-step guides. The 10 steps below will teach you how to start a business, taking you through each of the key stages of the start-up process – from evaluating your business idea and choosing a company name through to designing your business cards, developing a website and, finally, getting ready to launch.
1. Start-up business plan essentials: Testing your business idea
May 19, 2021 | 6 min read
2. Choosing the right business structure
May 19, 2021 | 7 min read
3. How to choose a business name
May 19, 2021 | 4 min read
4. How to create a logo that properly represents your business
May 19, 2021 | 3 min read
5. Applying for a Start Up Loan: What to expect
January 11, 2022 | 3 min read
6. How to choose an accountant
May 19, 2021 | 4 min read
7. What to consider when choosing office space for your business
May 19, 2021 | 2 min read
8. How to save money on business software when starting out
April 14, 2022 | 3 min read
9. Red tape checklist: What your small business needs to know
January 26, 2022 | 2 min read
10. 3 key selling techniques that could help your start-up
May 19, 2021 | 1 min read