1. Sava uzņēmuma uzsākšana. Biznesa konsultāciju un mācību centrs “LatConsul” “ Social entrepreneurship for social change”, Nordplus adult Project ID AD-2012_1a-30159

2. Darāmo darbu saraksts  Sava uzņēmuma uzsākšana, darāmo darbu saraksts  Precīzi definējiet savu klientūru, mērķgrupu  Atlasiet lojālus un motīvus darbiniekus  Trenējiet saviem darbiniekiem mārketinga un pārdošanas prasmes  Ko un kā iegādāties?  Mārketinga instrumenti  E-komercija  Reklāma un produktu virzība  Tiešais pasts  Biežāk pieļautās kļūdas

3. Jautājumi, pirms uzsākšanas:  Vai esmu koncentrējies uz specifisku produktu vai pakalpojumu? Vispārzināms fakts: speciālisti pārsteidz amatierus.  Piemēram, ja vēlaties atvērt virtuļu tirgotavu, varētu vasarā, kad virtuļu pieprasījums krītas, pārdot arī pašmāju saldējumu. Ja piedāvāsiet abus, zaudēsiet iespēju kļūt par labāko vienā no šiem segmentiem.

4. Pirms uzsākšanas

5.  Vai specializācija uzlabos veiksmes izredzdes? Jo specifiskāks produkts, jo labāk. Vai manu uzņēmumu vadīšu no mājām? On-line? Veikalā? Franšīze?  Vai esmu pienācīgi izvērtējis konkurentus un savas limitētās iesējas? Ar lielajiem spēlētājiem ir grūti konkurēt. Piemēram, lielās pārtikas tirgotāju ķēdes. Vai jūsu mārketinga plāns ir paredzēts īpašai mērķgrupai, specializēts?

6.  Vai esmu nodrošinājies ar brīvas naudas līdzekļiem viena gada garumā? Vai esmu izmēģinājis un sagatavojies pielietošanai e-komercijas mārketinga līdzekļus?  Vai esmu apdrošinājis riskus? Vai esmu izveidojis un atrunājis lietošanas noteikumus, piemēram, ja piedāvāju nomu, īri, aizdevumu?

7.  Vai esmu paredzējis prototipu izveides, reģistrēšanas, izmantošanas, izpētes, izmēģinājuma un testēšanas izmaksas? Vai esmu pienācīgi notestējis un pārbaudījis savu produktu vai pakalpojumu? Kādi ir pozitīvie pierādījumi, rādītāji? Ja tādu nav, produkts vai pakalpojums ir jāpārveido un jāpielāgo tirgus vajadzībām.  Vai savu biznesa pieeju veidoju uz augstas pievienotās vērtības produktu ave I focused on selling a great product at a fair price rather than a fair product at a great price? ("Great product" suggests a product or service with pricing power and "fair product" suggests a commodity-type business more susceptible to competition)

8.  Do I have all the communication, computer and other business tools in place? Do I have the skills to use them?  Have I taken the time to gain practical job experience and learn the basics of my business by first working in the business for someone else? (This is probably the best way to discover if you have made a choice that will be not only successful, but also satisfying to you.)

9.  Has my accountant fully explained the difference between hiring independent contractors and employees and the importance of compliance with worklplace legislation rules? (While my landscaper may be an independent contractor, in most cases my sales staff will be employees and I must conform to reporting and withholding requirements.)

10.  Are the following elements of my business structure in place:  Is my accounting and bookkeeping system in place?  Accountant selected?  Are my premises ready? This includes including having a signed lease and my tenant improvements completed.  Have all permits and licenses been secured?  Has the business name been registered?

11.  Are computers, telephones, cell phones, fax and utilities operating?  Are graphics for advertising and promotional materials ready?  Is the website name registered and website on line?  Is infrastructure in place for e-business, if appropriate?  Are all security systems in place including protection of premises,etc. security?

12.  Have I selected and trained the number of employees I will need?  Have I determined my personal work schedule? Have I included my requirements for managers, consultants, independent contractors, agents and sales representatives?

13. Marketing

14.  You can benefit from their experience by copying successful marketing plans, including selling methods, pricing and advertising.  Make a list of the most successful businesses that fall within your field of interest and study them (and even go to work for them).  Visit these businesses and be prepared to ask the questions that are most important to you. What it Takes to Promote Sales

15.  Learn as much as you can about the needs of your customers and how to gain feedback from them. For example, if you open a restaurant, a displeased patron will probably not complain because it is not a pleasant experience. Instead he will not return. (So, you must take care to inspect the plates as they are returned to the kitchen.) What it Takes to Promote Sales

16.  Will your customers be looking for convenience, pricing, quality and/or service? It will be difficult to make sound marketing and promotional decisions without being informed on their real wants and needs.  If a specific geographical area defines your market, low cost demographic reports based on the census can be obtained that will furnish information on population by race, income and home ownership.  For resources that provide this information, go to "demographic data" on the Internet. What it Takes to Promote Sales

17.  Most employers agree: the toughest part of being an employer is finding and keeping good employees. Begin your search for the good employee as soon as you decide that you are going to be an entrepreneur.  Define what you need from an employee.  List the characteristics you require.  Network: get the word out that you are looking for help.  Develop and maintain sources for building your workforce.  Consider family members, retired workers and students. Finding the good employee

18.  Your customers need to feel confident that they are dealing with people who are knowledgeable and helpful. Five characteristics customers like most when dealing with a sales or service person are: Product or service knowledge  Presentable appearance  Courtesy  Honesty  Sincerity Finding the good employee

19.  Your business name will announce who you are and what you stand for. A memorable logo also adds to your marketability. It will establish your name and brand recognition. It will enhance the image you wish to create. Your logo can be used on all company materials including stationery, business cards, brochures, website, gift boxes and shipping containers. Marketing Tools

20.  Easy to remember  Simple to spell and pronounce  Clearly says what you do  Stirs customer interest  Doesn't confuse you with a similar business  Has a positive ring to it  Evokes a visual image  Doesn't limit you to a geographical location or to a product A good name is:

21.  A memorable logo also adds to your marketability. It will establish your name and brand recognition and enhance the image you wish to create.  Your logo should be used on all of your company's materials including brochures, stationery, business cards, website, shipping containers and documents. Logo

22.  Getting the Right Message to the Right Audience Via the Right Media  Your advertising plan becomes your blueprint for marketing. It will include your objectives, budget, media plan and creative approach. A basic rule in promotion and advertising is, "Do what you do best, and hire for what you don't." Advertising

23.  Discuss your advertising plan with your vendors. They may provide you with co- op money if you follow their rules and make proper application for the money. Even the smallest advertiser can get up to half of their advertising costs reimbursed. Advertising

24.  There are many types of paid media to deliver your message.  Learn from the previous mistakes of your competitors. Find out and follow how your most successful competitors advertise and promote their products or services. Choose media

25.  A few of the most commonly used are:  Print (newspapers, magazines and newsletters)  Radio  Television, including cable  Internet - social media, networks, e- commerce  Yellow Pages  Direct mail  Trade shows Choose media

26.  Now, before your start your business, is the right time to begin developing a database of future customers you wish to target. This list can be used for direct mail, invitations and newsletters. Your database could include specific individuals, companies and groups by location. Begin now to:  Join the Chamber of Commerce.  Collect business cards.  Collect names or mailing lists from your church, school, organizations and community groups.  Get involved in your industry and community affairs. Mailing Lists

27.  Haste Lack of focus: specialize, specialize, specialize  Lack of on-the-job experience  Inadequate research and testing: test market first  Lack of a well thought-out business plan  Lack of working capital  Unprofessional decor, theme, logo, stationery, attire, packaging, ads and website Most Common Mistakes Made in Opening A Business

28.  Not opening quietly to work out the shortcomings  Poor signs: signs should be big, clear and readable - simple is good  Untrained staff  Poor relationship with vendors  Unfocused marketing plan  Not using the advertising media that works best for your specific business  Skimping on insurance  Ignoring possible problems  Not recognizing your limitations Most Common Mistakes Made in Opening A Business