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10 steps to starting your business
10 steps to starting your 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.
Choosing the right business structure
Evaluating your business idea
Choosing a business name
Choosing the right business structure
Sole trader, partnership, limited company or LLP? We look at how to choose the right...
Evaluating your business idea
How to put your business idea through its paces – and see if it still stands up
Choosing a business name
Choosing the right name for your firm is vital. Here's how to pick out the best title
Designing your logo
How to ensure your logo is memorable and reflective of your brand
Designing your business cards
How to create the right impression with your business cards
Registering your website domain name
We take you through the steps to claiming ownership of a domain name
Developing a website
What are the main principles to adhere to when creating your site?
Appointing an accountant
Tips on how to pick the number cruncher that's right for your business
Getting ready to launch
You need to know how you will promote your product and who you will target
Opening for business
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