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5 Things People Overlook When Starting a Business

24 November 2016 by Australian Women Online

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5 Things People Overlook When Starting a Business

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There are certain hurdles that must be overcome when starting a business – where is your start-up capital coming from? What are your milestones? What is your niche? In chasing these bigger ideas, it can be easy to lose sight of the smaller, but no less important things.

To give your business the best chance of success, be sure to keep the following things in mind:

1. Waste management

Waste management can seem simple. You just need to hire cleaners and remember when rubbish day is, right? Unfortunately, it’s a little more complicated than that. For example, you’ll need to figure out what to do with your paperwork when it starts piling up. You may also need to dispose of broken office equipment and electronics.

Rather than tackling these problems on your own, companies like Shred-X specialise in waste management. They can help you deal with waste in a secure, environmentally friendly way. This means you won’t have to worry about keeping things organised while you’re trying to get your business up and running.

2. Learn from constructive criticism

Developing a thick skin is vital in business. Competition can be fierce, cut-throat even, and discerning the hate from genuine constructive criticism isn’t always easy. You’ll gain an ear for it though, and learn how to use it to your advantage. Being able to take constructive criticism on board and do something meaningful with it will help propel your new business forward.

3. Networking is key

The importance of networking when starting a business cannot be overstated. You need to introduce yourself to as many people as possible. Shake hands, trade business cards and take meetings with anyone you think might help your business, especially suppliers. Forge and maintain working relationships with these people and you’ll never find yourself wanting for business opportunities.

4. Hire the right people

Many new businesses take an unfocussed approach to staffing. If your aim is to hit the ground running, you might want to hire the first person who puts their hand up for the job. However, this approach can backfire massively if you wind up with the wrong people.
Laziness is infectious, as is dissatisfaction. All it takes is one negative voice to bring down the rest of your workforce. Look for people with passion, even if they don’t have experience. Pick the right staff and they’ll be with you for a long time.

5. Don’t blow your budget

It can be tempting as a new business owner to buy the best equipment. The most modern computers, the comfiest desk chairs, the best office space. The reality is that such luxuries need to be earned in time. You should only be spending money on the essentials when starting out. As your business grows, the opportunity to spruce things up will come naturally. Don’t rush it. You’re running a marathon, not a sprint.

These are just a handful of things people forget to consider when starting a business. Knowing when to make a move and when to hold back is key. Many new businesses don’t make it past their first year and it’s because they’ve overlooked many of the things listed above. Now that you know the most important things to prioritise, hopefully your business will succeed.

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