1. Why do small businesses fail? Inexperienced Management Lack of Vision and Business Knowledge Poor Planning Inexperienced Management Lack of Vision and Business Knowledge Poor Planning

2. Market Research. Find out if there's any genuine market for their product and/or services People start businesses because they want to do a particular thing or love a particular product….it's not about you, it's about them - your potential customers. Make a business plan - you'll do the market research you need to do and find out whether or not there is a market for your product.

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4. Money Before starting a small business, you need to figure out how much money you need to live How much money is needed to run your business. You can't ignore the money and just assume that somehow enough of it will come in each month. Nor can you ignore your bills.

5. Is There a Demand for It? This is the part that's about you and you have to get it right or your small business is doomed. Too many people leap into selling their product or service without even considering the answer to this basic question.

6. Plan for Growth Plan for success. What happens if you don’t want the business anymore? Sell the Business? Hunt for a buyer – put plans on hold – train others – find someone with skills/interests that match business Create a transition plan – bring in new partner so you can move forward rather than waiting around

7. Exit Strategy If you want to sell a business, it has to be saleable. Many small businesses aren't because they're dependent on one person's talents and personality. Others might be if a person gets their business into selling shape. But is selling in the open market the best possible exit strategy for you? The best time to choose an exit strategy is when you're starting a business, not when you want to get rid of it.