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Starting a Business

Whether you're still evaluating your business idea or have opened your doors for business, these forms will help you gather all the data, calculate the costs, and brainstorm the ideas you need to get your new business off to a good start.

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Business Idea Analysis Worksheet
Thinking of entering a new business or selling a new product? Use this worksheet to do a side-by-side comparison of your options to determine which is the most likely to succeed.

Business Name Brainstorming
The right business name is crucial. Use this worksheet to help you brainstorm ideas; once you have an idea, the list of questions on the sheet will help you determine if it's the best name for your new business.

Development Budget Worksheet
Use this form to estimate your total startup costs and suggested operating capital needed to break even.

Home Office Worksheet
Your home office should be organized, efficient and comfortable. Use this worksheet to find the best location for your office and inventory.

Mission Statement Worksheet
A mission statement defines what an organization is and its reason for being. For businesses with employees, this statement is critical for guiding your operation.

Personal Balance Sheet
A personal balance sheet will help you discover your net worth and assess the resources you have available for business investment.

Personal Goals Worksheet
Use this checklist to help you identify the underlying reasons why you want to go into business. Check this list regularly against your business plans.

Self-Assessment Worksheet
To narrow down what type of business to start, use this worksheet to assess your likes and dislikes, and your skills and wants.

Startup Costs Worksheets
These forms will help you estimate both one-time and continued costs for the first 90 days of your new business.

Strategic Planning Checklist
To keep your business on the right path, you should have a strategic planning meeting at least once a year. Follow this checklist before your meeting to make it more effective--and keep a copy on hand during the meeting in case you forget anything.

Target Market Worksheet
Use this worksheet to identify where and who your target market is. This gives you an audience to aim for and hone in on rather than using the time- and money-wasting shotgun approach.

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