15 Easy Steps To Start a Business From Zero In 2021

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How to Start a Business in 2021: A Complete Step by Step Guide

If you are a person who hates 9 to 5 jobs or are you an expert in managing the team then I would say you are the right person for starting a business. Yeah, I can understand starting a business may include a lot of financial risks and efforts, but still, a business is one of the best ways to increase your wealth. So, if you are new to the business field, then here are the steps (15 Easy Steps To Start a Business From Zero In 2021) to starting a business.

Is starting a business a good idea?

15 Easy Steps To Start a Business From Zero In 2021 - Is starting a business a good idea?

The starting of a business may seem a little complicated but it is one of the best ways to enhance your income. Even though it comes with certain difficulties, still the business holds many advantages. You can work on your timing, you are your boss, and you can take ownership of the financial rewards. 

But the business is not what you think; as if your business has poor planning then surely your business won’t survive a year. If you have proper planning and passion for business, then it is possible to start a business from scratch. But the business involves a step-by-step process, so we have provided you with the most common and important step for starting a business.

Start your business in easy 15 steps: 

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Conduct research on market

How To Start a Business From Zero #1: The first step to start a business is researching the market. If you want to know how to start your own business then know about your competitors. Deep and thorough research would be good, as it will provide wider information. This will make you an expert so that you can easily solve the crisis in the future. 

Even searching keywords that are related to your industry would be a good idea. If the market seems to be below, don’t get discouraged you can use your strategy and can turn it to your advantage. Don’t conclude research, as sometimes the business which didn’t work for others can work for you.  

Should start with the best business idea

How To Start a Business From Zero #2: Once you have done the research properly you will get an idea about your business. In the requirement to start a business, getting an idea is the first and most important thing. A good idea will help you to build your business and also you can understand your consumers. The best business idea will always play a prominent role as you need to know only 70% of companies survive their first year in the operation. Even the idea will also help you to provide the way for the strategies. 

Evaluate yourself and the idea

How To Start a Business From Zero #3: Before starting the business you need to ask a lot of questions to yourself and about your business. Ask yourself what kind of things you are good at? Can you able to handle the rejections? Are you good at numbers and accounting? If you get an answer to all these questions then you can move to the next process.

Also, evaluate your ideas, does your business include the new product or service, and even ask opinion to others. So that you can gather a lot of unknown information about your business and using that you can develop your ideas and the market research. 

Choose the type of business

How To Start a Business From Zero #4: Once you have gathered enough information about your business, the next step is to choose the type of business you are going to start. The type of business includes freelancing or any consulting business or a manufacturing company with employees. If you are confused about the type of business, then you can prepare a list that you are passionate about. Get help online, to find what type of ideas is popular online. Make a list that includes the types of popular businesses, and then choose anyone from them.

Use the time effectively

How To Start a Business From Zero #5: If you don’t know how to start a business from scratch then the one thing which you need to keep in mind is that use the time effectively. Whatever your business goal may be, still the steps for starting a business include using your time effectively. If you don’t want to take any risks or stick to any family commitments, then you can start your business in your free time.

Many people didn’t stop their full-time jobs but still started their business and they stand success. So, use your spare time effectively as time management is a notable feature in any business.     

Set a financial goal

How To Start a Business From Zero #6: Once you get enough idea on how to start a business plan, the next thing to focus on is setting a financial goal. Every business needs finance, but it doesn’t mean that you need to spend a lot of money; even some businesses have started from zero and still achieved greater success. 

So, set the financial goal for every six months, and you need to put a lot of effort to make that goal happen. You need to prepare a list of what to do and what not to do, also your list should have everyday tasks and your plans about finance. You need to set the goals which can be accomplished by you.

Find the business name 

How To Start a Business From Zero #7: Even you can choose the type of business easily, but choosing a business name is the most confusing and difficult task.  As the business name you chose should reveal the type of business you are doing. The name should be short and memorable so that people can easily recognize your business. You need to put some extra care as your business name should not be used by others. I can understand the difficulty level, but to make your business more achievable a good business name is required.  

Find out the source

How To Start a Business From Zero #8: This step will help you if you are starting a business from a scratch. After finalizing the business plan and ideas, you need to derive an estimate approximately. The estimate will include the fund you need to start your business. 

There are several ways available to take financial help; the one most common way is self-financing where you will be taking a loan from banks or investors. Then the other option is you can ask for money from friends or family, and if it didn’t work out then go for the crowdfunding option as this is also an efficient way of raising the funds. 

Make your business official

How To Start a Business From Zero #9: Once you have finalized the business type and idea, and done enough research about the market then the next steps to starting a business are those makings your business official. You need to register the business and for that, you need to finalize the brand name. Certain businesses include the permit and license paper, and if your business is one among them then make your business legal. The business needs an online transaction, so if you don’t have any bank accounts then prepare for that. If you don’t know how to start a business online, then you can get professional help.  

Decide the business structure

How To Start a Business From Zero #10: When it comes to the business structure, you will find hundreds of options and you should have a discussion with your financial or accountant adviser about this. They are the only person who knows what is good for a business. If you let them about the business structure, they will explain to you the pros and cons of the business structure.  

Some people have started their business from home, and if you don’t know how to start a business from home, then research it. Most businesses will follow the business structure called Sole Proprietorship, as this kind of structure will consume low money to set up and prevent other losses. 

Assemble the team

How To Start a Business From Zero #11: A business is not handled by a single person; the basement of the business is having a good team. As the business involves a lot of work such as accounting, marketing, and so many others so you can’t handle it in a single hand. It would be best if you have a team and each person is having a separate task. This will allow the business to run smoothly and also the results will be efficient and effective. 

Start now and improve then

How To Start a Business From Zero #12: In every business, it is important to plan for the future but some people will spend hours thinking about the business. Even most people will think a lot before starting a business like a logo, business name, and so on. But I would say it is a waste of time, start your business and then you can improve it accordingly. If you have turned the history of the successful companies, they have started the business even though it is not perfect, after a certain time they have developed it.   

Find a business location

How To Start a Business From Zero #13: Your business will be guided by the space you choose for the business and also it depends on the type of space you pick. If you are a planning business like printing or catering, then you can manage this kind of business by using your home space. If you are planning for a retail business, then you can consider the rental place. An effective workspace is the most needed one, as it will direct your business to the success path. If you are confused about the business location, then ask yourself the question like how much space you need or how many rental places you need. 

Protect your business

How To Start a Business From Zero #14: Whatever the business either small or big, all kinds of businesses will take a lot of time, work, and money. Then here comes another important thing which is protecting your business, and this needs the right business coverage. You can find a lot of business coverages available, and according to your business needs, you need to choose one. 

A wide variety of insurance is available to protect your business from damage, theft, fire, employee protection, or any other damage. You may overcome some businesses that don’t have any insurance coverage, and if you are not planning to have insurance coverage then you are taking the wrong route.    

Improve your business

How To Start a Business From Zero #15: Once you have started the business successfully, then your work is not over here. The main work comes after the launching of business only, as you need to build your business. For this, you need to spend time and money, as one can’t improve a business without having money or time. Improving your business also means that you need to create a strong site so that your customer will get to know about you. While promoting your business, share your contact details that will help to promote your business.    

Tips for a successful business:

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  • Every business will have certain abilities, skills, experience, and knowledge, so if you are planning to start a business then know your strength and weakness for the business
  • While starting the business you don’t need to start with perfect, even you can start it from a lower level but never fail to improve it as the business grows
  • You can choose a business from any field and it is up to you, but if you choose  a business that you are passionate about then you will love to put some extra effort
  • While doing the market research you need to know your customer and what is going on in the market, this will not only help to start a business but even it will help to reach the greater audiences

Bottom Line:

The starting of a business is not an easy task, but still, I won’t say it is a daunting task. If you have proper planning with you and know the list of things needed to start a business, then it will enhance your wealth. Hope the above-mentioned steps to starting a business will help you to step into the business world. Remember if you need any help, do not hesitate to contact us. – Reza Abbaszadeh

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Mr. Abbaszadeh is the founder and CEO of Abbaszadeh Entreprises consists of 4 different companies and multiple divisions within its venture portfolio. In 2019, Reza Abbaszadeh has been awarded as The Youngest Iranian Businessman by Forbes Magazine.