Start-Up Check-List
To get your new business started right, our new venture experts have developed a quick start-up planning check-list for the areas you’ll need to address before you launch your business. You'll want to be sure that you can answer "yes" to each question.
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1. Do you have the right name for your start-up? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Your name should support your company's unique strategic positioning objectives and create a lasting, self-sustaining engagement with your target market. Find the right name for your start-up. Company Name Search Tips
2. Have you secured the dot.com domain name? [ ] Yes [ ] No
In business today you must own the dot.com domain name. Your customers will expect it. All names in Brandings inventory include the dot.com domain name. Learn More About Domain Extensions
3. Has the company name been trademark screened? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Be sure you can legally use your name. Brandings trademark services can screen your name selections through national and global databases. Ask About Trademark Issues
4. Have you decided on the legal form of ownership for your business? [ ] Yes [ ] No
It is critical to decide on the right legal structure for your business at the onset of your venture. Options include sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, limited liability corporations (LLC). Need help deciding? Ask Brandings
5. Have you created a strong visual brand identity for your start-up? [ ] Yes [ ] No
You need a "public face" for your start-up. Create a robust consumer brand experience by incorporating logotype, tagline, icon, color palette, and other design elements. The Brandings Design Team can help build a visual brand identity that meets your strategic objectives. Custom Logo Design
6. Have you created a website and developed collateral material? [ ] Yes [ ] No
You'll need a clean, content-rich and easy-to-navigate website as well as letterhead, stationary, business cards and brochures for your business. Get started today. Website Development Services
7. Do you have a host for your website? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Every website needs to be hosted on a server. For a simple website, the hosting cost is only a few dollars a month. Learn more about discount website hosting that fits your needs. Discount Website Hosting
8. Have you secured all licenses and permits? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Make certain you are in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations and have all the necessary licenses and permits. Brandings can help. Ask Brandings
9. Do you have a business plan for your start-up? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Successful start-ups begin with a practical, step-by-step guide. Develop a plan for all the functional areas of your start up. We've put together a list of questions to get you started. Business Plan Template
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1. SEARCH BY CATEGORY. You can find names developed for a particular industry (for example names for a technology start-up) or names that have been developed with key attributes (for example "fresh sounding" names). Take a look at the category navigation list in the left-column. You'll see that most of the categories have a drop down menu with subcategories.
2. NAME SEARCH. You can also find a company name that includes a keyword or partial word important in your business. For best results keep it short. Partial words like "qual," uni," and "tech," provide the best results. Make your entry, then press "GO."
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The Value of the Dot.com Domain Extension Outlined in this article we’ll demystify domain extensions and take you step-by-step through the essentials of what you need to know to find the perfect domain name. We’ll share the basics of domain extensions and assess the value of acquiring non-dot.com extensions. Our experts discuss why you shouldn't waste money on anything other than dot.com with the exception of dot.net and dot.org for brand protection. Read the article...
Start-Up Business Plan Template. In this article our start-up experts walk through the steps in planning and launching a new venture. This report has some significant findings for entrepreneurs. Check out the full report and use this start-up template to help you reach your start-up goals. Read the article...
How to Name a Technology Company The naming architecture approach for technology companies is somewhat unique. In this article our naming experts share their insights in the unique application of naming a technology business. Get the facts on what to look for and what to avoid when selecting a name for a tech firm. Our experts share tips and strategies in the development of a cool technology names. Read the article...
Strategic Planning for Start-Ups In this article our strategy team applies principles of strategic planning to small business. The strategic planning process commences with an examination of the internal and external forces that condition the vision, mission, goals, objectives and action plans for a firm. We’ll explain how the success of an organization in value creation (that exceeds the firm’s cost of creating it relative to competitors) increases its competitive benefit. Read the article...
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