Presented by Roger Pierce (30 minutes) 1
You won’t be alone! 3 Million entrepreneurs 16% of all workers 1000s of clubs, groups, associations “Most respected occupation” 2
Easy technology Cheap to launch Worldwide marketplace – sell anywhere Attractive lifestyle Everyone else is doing it! 3
Wake up with enthusiasm Work with people you like Clock moves too fast Uncertainty, fears Lots of learning Satisfaction 4
Set your schedule & priorities Apply your passion Control, autonomy, authority Be your own boss Joy! 5
Multitasking Risk (financial & emotional) 50% fail within 5 years Surprises 6
Forget “get rich quick” Average income: $38,000 75% self-employed are millionaires Startup Budget = capital + 6 months working cash Cash flow is King 7
Do one thing only It’s all about the idea Need a lot of $ to start It’s easy 8
Three options to get into business: 1.Buy a business for sale 2.Buy a franchise 3.Start a new one Read books, magazines & websites Attend shows, talk to people Study the marketplace to copy & improve an existing idea 9
Good with people Communications skills Problem solving Confidence Work ethic/discipline 10
Specialize in something Plan 3 years Listen more than you talk Get advisors Allow enough time & money Always be selling 11
Know what you want (clear goals) Build your business to serve you Automate Work with happy people Do something you love. 12
Free advice at NewcomerStartup.com 13