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Building a popular and reputable brand can be tricky, but it's not impossible
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Many successful entrepreneurs have done it before you, and many will do it after you
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Consider Jeff Bezos, for example, whose billion-dollar company started from selling books from his garage
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So, if you have the same drive and passion as Bezos did, here are 8 simple steps you can follow to build your own empire
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1. Conduct market research Market research helps you identify whether your idea is worth pursuing or not
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It's a way to gather information from potential customers so you can refine your thoughts and improve your products
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So, before investing a lot of capital, do some market research to ensure that you're on the right track
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2. Write your business plan Now that you have a valuable idea, it's time to put pen to paper and devise your business plan
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Within your plan, you will need to identify your organization's purpose, your target audience, the product you're selling, your end goals, and how you will finance your startup costs
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3. Make it official If you want a legitimate business, you will need to register the company
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You can do this by using a company formation website. In addition to a registered establishment, you will need to trademark your business name and obtain any licenses needed to operate
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If you're in the U.S., you will also need an Employer Identification Number, EIN, from the IRS
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4. Fund your business Not all startups require a lot of money, but you will need some investment to cover costs until you start making a profit
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Therefore, it's important to identify how you're going to fund your business, whether it's through personal savings, a business loan, crowdfunding, or a sponsorship
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Figure out the financials before you begin. 5. Set up your location
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Setting up the place of operation for your business is essential for carrying out day-to-day tasks
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This could be from your home, a shared office space, or a retail location
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While doing so, you need to think of necessary equipment, including desks, chairs, computers, and other machinery
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Make sure the location is practical for the company and easy to get to
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6. Develop your product After setting up the essentials, it's time to finally develop your product with the help of your new employees
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Although you'll be eager to get it completed as quickly as possible, it's important to reach out to different manufacturers and companies
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Do your research and make sure you get quotes to compare. You need to minimize your costs in order to maximize your profits
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7. Build your brand Before you begin selling your product or service, you need to build your brand and advertise what you're offering
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You will need to pay special attention to your logo choice and marketing resources
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If you're unsure of what you want, consult marketing experts who can help you create a captivating brand portfolio
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8. Promote your business In today's online world, it's important to create an online presence and promote your business
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This could be via social media ads, Google marketing, web banners, or offline promotions
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Just select a few avenues that will work for your product and business
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So, now that you know how to set up a successful business, nothing can stop you
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