For this episode, we're going to go back in time and I'll share how I would have started my balloon business knowing what I know now. After about 8 years in business, I've seen how I've gotten lucky, what I've screwed up and where I overthought. And while I don't think there's any one "right" way to start a business, I do think the order in which I'm going to go through things is probably the easiest.

Here's the high-level overview:

• plan your business name
• get a free email account
• set up your own photo shoots
• get your Instagram and Facebook profiles set up
• create a form so that people can contact you
• get networking and seek out your customers
• seek out groups and education
• create a website
• register your business and get insurance
• set up your business finances
• set some long-term goals

So there you have it! The basic building blocks for a very solid business foundation if you're starting from scratch or are fairly new. I hope this episode has helped you learn what to focus on, and what things can wait.

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