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GENERATE AN IDEA – Find a skill you have and master it if you want to give yourself the best chance of success. You can develop a good business concept using your knowledge.
MAKE A PLAN – According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 20% of new businesses fail in the first two years, a figure that has held steady since the 1990s. A poor business plan—or the lack of one—is one of the main causes of their success.
GET A NETWORK – Although business school can give you the contacts and network you need, it’s not the only place where you can expand your professional network. The following are some alternatives: going to networking events with a strategy, using social media, developing relationships, scheduling time for networking, and staying in touch with your network even after starting your business.
OBTAIN FUNDING – According to SmallBizGenius.net, crowdfunding through websites like GoFundMe and Kickstarter is becoming more popular for entrepreneurs to raise the startup capital they require—up to $114 billion by 2025. Your network’s ability to suggest potential financiers and other funding sources is another way it can be of assistance.
LEARN HOW TO – Acquiring the necessary business knowledge is possible without finishing a full degree program. Would-be business owners can learn more about the steps required to become a successful entrepreneur through online certificate programs like Wharton Online’s Entrepreneurship Specialization program.