The owner of HB Business Consulting Services & Solutions, a business development and expansion company in Huntington Beach, California, Nita Charlton-Gomes possesses more than 25 years of accounting and business executive experience. Nita Charlton-Gomes continues to expand her existing knowledge of topics relevant to her consulting practice, including event planning and new business start-up.
When launching a new business, there are many tips and suggestions one might take into consideration. The small business information website The Balance offers these recommendations for a successful start to a new business:
1. Prepare a business plan.
Before starting a new business, it is important to prepare a business plan that can help you determine if your idea is feasible, provide a good outline for potential funding, and guide future decision making.
2. Seek professional help.
New and potential business owners should seek out and connect with associations relevant to their industry. These organizations can provide helpful support and networking opportunities.
3. Enter the workforce already established as a professional company.
Before the doors first open, ensure your business is stocked with all the essentials: business cards, a dedicated phone line, and quality customer service representation. It is important to show your first customers that you are a poised to become a lasting business.
