Checklist For A Start Business In 2025

  Checklist For A Start Business

Business

• Register business name
• Choose Legal Structure
• Set up accounting system
• Obtain licenses and permits
• Obtain EIN (USA) or BN (CAN)

Planning

• Choose a name 
• Create a business plan
• Set realistic goals
• Estimate Start up Cost
• Estimate manufacturing cost
• Research supplies
• Research pricing for items
• Research competition
• Research local markets   

Branding

• Design logo
• Choose brand colors
• Order business cards
• Create a tagline
• Design products packaging

Marketing

• Create a website
• Create a business Cards
• Buy domain name
• Create a business email
• Create email signature
• Create mail list
• Create a social media account
• Photograph sample products
• Apply to local markets and events

Finances

• Create order management system
• Open business banking account
• Create a PayPal account
• Purchase mobile OPS system

Products & Services

• Designate a workplace
• Create sample products
• Order Supplies
• Create an inventory list
• Create a pricing list

Analytics

• Sign up for Google Search Console
• Sign up for Google Analytics
• Sign up for Tailwind