cosmetic bag pvc:Starting a Business? Three Things Never to Skimp On.
Entrepreneurs are known for their plucky spirit and go-get-‘em attitude but when it’s time to get a fledgling business off the ground many face tough decisions when it comes to budgeting. We’ve worked with a lot of small and established businesses over the years and they keep telling us the same thing. Some line items are worth budgeting for and some just aren’t, but it’s important to know from the start where you should put your money. If you’re an entrepreneur and you’re getting your business up and running, here are a few places you should never, ever skimp.
Professional Services:
The problem with small business owners is that they’re often forced to wear many hats. This stretches owners thin and doesn’t really provide any benefit in the long run. The money you may save upfront by avoiding hiring professionals will be paid back tenfold when an issue arises you simply can’t handle yourself. It’s better to get started right off the bat with a few professionals on call – lawyers, accountants, and even assistants are known to take contract clients and are available when you need them for less money than a full-time hire.
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Marketing:
We’ve heard it before, “We’re going to focus on guerilla marketing!” or “Our Facebook page will sell our product for us!” While it’s important to have a good grasp of social media concepts and to promote your brand in a grass-roots fashion it’s never advisable to avoid traditional marketing altogether. It’s important to spend money on a quality website and also to run newspaper ads, radio ads or even hire a marketing firm, if your budget allows. Items like printed bags and promotional calendars are a good use of funds, too, as anything with a logo you can hand out will come in handy the first year of business.
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Technology:
Speaking of websites, technology is as important as any other new business expense. Whether you can bring someone in part time or just choose to contract out your technology needs it’s crucial to have someone knowledgeable at hand to answer questions and keep your business moving forward. Spend money upfront on digital resources that help with day-to-day operations like laptops, smartphones, and business apps. You won’t regret it once your business starts to grow and you can handle the scale.
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Many start-ups focus heavily on the product or service, rightly so, but let other considerations fall by the wayside. Whether you’re opening a brick and mortar store or simply sell your services online it’s important to set a budget before you start spending money. Your entrepreneurial-self will thank you.
