Steps and procedure for setting up small scale
1. Identify a Business Idea
👉 Choose a product or service that aligns with your:
Skills and interests
Market demand and trends
Availability of local resources
📌 Example: Organic soaps.
2. Validate Your Business Idea
👉 Ensure your idea solves a real problem.
Conduct market research through surveys or interviews.
Analyze competitors and understand customer pain points.
Test with a minimum viable product (MVP) or pilot.
📌 Example: Ask locals if they'd buy organic soaps.
3. Get a Name & Logo
👉 Choose a name that’s simple, unique, and brandable.
Check domain name availability and business registration conflicts.
Design a professional logo that visually represents your brand.
📌 Example: “GreenGlow” with a leaf logo.
4. Make a Business Plan
👉 A solid plan acts as your roadmap. Include:
Executive summary
Market and competitor analysis
Product/service details
Business model
Financial projections
Marketing strategy
Funding plan
📌 Example: Target ₹50k sales in 3 months.
5. Understand Finances
👉 Determine startup costs (equipment, marketing, legal fees).
Forecast cash flow, revenue, and expenses.
Choose accounting software (like Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or Tally).
Understand your break-even point.
📌 Example: Startup ₹20k, expect ₹5k monthly profit.
6. Choose a Bank
👉 Open a current account in a reputed bank.
Compare banks on:
Online banking features
Charges & transaction limits
MSME-friendly loan options
Integration with accounting tools
📌 Example: SBI MSME account with low charges.
7. Decide Business Structure
👉 Choose proprietorship/LLP/Pvt Ltd.
📌 Example: Sole proprietorship for small start.
8. Get Licenses & Permits
👉 GST, trade license, FSSAI (if food).
📌 Example: GST for billing customers.
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9. Pick Software
👉 Use billing, stock, and finance tools.
📌 Example: Tally for accounts, Vyapar for stock.
10. Set Up Digital Presence
👉 Make a website, social media pages.
📌 Example: Instagram to show products.
11. Build a Team
👉 Hire helpers, designers, marketers.
📌 Example: One helper for packaging.
12. Make a Great Product
👉 High quality, test with users.
📌 Example: Soaps with good fragrance, safe ingredients.
13. Launch Your Business
👉 Grand opening, first sale offers.
📌 Example: 10% off for first 100 buyers.
14. Be a Good Salesperson
👉 Learn to pitch and close deals.
📌 Example: “This soap is 100% chemical-free.”
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15. Raise Funds & Grow
👉 Pitch to investors, expand reach.
📌 Example: Ask for ₹1 lakh to open new branch.
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