028: 9 Things You Actually Need to Start a Service-Based Business (and All the Other Things That Can Wait)

Starting a business can feel daunting and the to-do list can be miles long. But, I’m here to tell you that things of things you have to do to get started might just be less than you’d think. In this episode, we are exploring what actually needs to happen to get your business up and running, plus what can wait a while longer. If you’re in the earlier stages of your business or planning to start a business soon, this episode will give you clarity (and an actual to-do list!) to get rolling! 

I’m covering the 9 things you need to start your service-based business in the order that you should do them. This is your actual guide if you’re feeling stuck! Then, I’m covering 4 things people often think they need to get started, but can actually wait. Get ready to feel motivated and prepared to get your business idea off the ground! 

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- Get all the helpful business registration links I mentioned in the full blog post here: https://elizabethmccravy.com/28 

This episode has a full blog post to go with it! Read the post and get all the links mentioned today here: https://elizabethmccravy.com/28 

Thank you to Amy Wolterman for sending me this topic as an episode suggestion! If you

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