Mr.Trep
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Have you ever read a blog post titled like so, "Before You Start A Business Checklist"?
Most things on these checklists simply slow you down and keep you from getting to what you're really after; paying customers!
I've compiled a list of things you should NEVER do before you have at least three paying customers.
If you really think you need one of these, that's ok. There's nothing wrong with wanting a sexy email address and signature, but it keeps you from focusing on what's important. Why do any of these things if you don't technically have a business yet?
p.s. If you have any other ideas of things to add to the list, please let me know
Sincerely,
Mr. Trep
Most things on these checklists simply slow you down and keep you from getting to what you're really after; paying customers!
I've compiled a list of things you should NEVER do before you have at least three paying customers.
- Blogging
- Registering a DBA (Doing Business As) Name
- An EIN, unless you are a partnership
- Business Cards
- Incorporation or an LLC (this comes WAY later!)
- A Website
- Office Supplies
- Designed Materials
- An Email Signature
- A Brand / Mission Statement
- Twitter Account
- A Fancy Porfolio
- A Business Email Address
- Paypal
- Business Bank Accounts
- An "About" Biography
- Press Kit
- Invoice Templates
- Logo
- SEO
- Updating Social Media Accounts (Personal)
- Signing Up For Industry or Business Newsletters
- A Business Phone Number
If you really think you need one of these, that's ok. There's nothing wrong with wanting a sexy email address and signature, but it keeps you from focusing on what's important. Why do any of these things if you don't technically have a business yet?
p.s. If you have any other ideas of things to add to the list, please let me know
Sincerely,
Mr. Trep