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If you need wisdom- if you want to know what God wants you to do – ask Him and He will gladly tell you…James 1:5
Upward Connection has given an opportunity for all – if you have a question ask. Seek and you will find! We have put together a team that range from Business Disciplines, Finance/Accounting, Legal, Marketing, Recovery and the list can go on. Working from the inside out as a part of a team to help solve problems, implement initiatives and explore new ways to grow. We are professionals with years of experience, talent, integrity, enthusiasm and loyalty. If we can’t solve the problem immediately we will work on researching a solution.
Small Business Starter info
Congratulations on your plans to become an business owner in the Charlotte regions!
Upward Connection has put together a tool kit to assist our member with resources you need to make your business successful. Upward Business Start-up Checklist
Get Started with Upward Connection
Starting a small business requires determination, motivation, and know-how. Here are the critical steps to provide you with the know-how to have a successful small business startup:
- Choose what kind of business to start can be an immobilizing task when confronted with the multitude of opportunities. It's important to determine where your passions lie and to understand your personality type.
- For any start ups, a business plan allows you to gain a better understanding of your industry structure, competitive
landscape, and the capital requirements of starting a small business.
- To start a business, you must invest in the business. The journey of finding start up funds will be different for each individual. Some start ups could require a few thousand to get a website, business cards and a marketing plan. Upward Connecting has put together marketing package to help our business gain visibility. More info
- What's in a business name? Everything and nothing. The right business name will help distinguish you form a sea of bland competitors, provide your customers with a reason to hire you, and aid in the branding of your company. More info
- Deciding on the structure of your business is not a decision to be taken lightly. Whether you choose the popular LLC, a sole proprietorship or form a corporation; you choice will have an impact on your business liability, fund-ability as well as taxes due. See Attorney Michelle Crawford
- Starting a small business requires the mundane, yet necessary, paperwork and regulations. Depending on your chosen business structure, may need to register your business with the state authorities. Setting up your small business may require an employer identification nimber (EIN) which is also used by state taxing authorities to identify businesses.
- One of the multitude of tasks in starting a business is the setting up of your office. There are many steps in office setup including where to locate your office ( home or office space), buying the necessary office equipment, designing your work space and getting supplies.
- As a new small business owner, you have the responsibility to manage the risks associated with your business. Don't put your new start-up at risk without getting the proper small business protection from litigation. Go Small Biz
- Unless you're a number person, the accounting and bookkeeping aspect of running your business can't be avoided. Setting up your accounting will help you understand the financials of running a business and help you advert failure. Go Small Biz
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