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Friday, June 23, 2017

What All Startups Need to Know

Are you currently in the process of getting your startup off of the ground? As a new small business owner, there are some things you should know about running a business that you’ll find out as you go. Rather than learning the hard way through trial and error, we’ll provide you with some life lessons right here and now!

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You Might Want to Keep Your Day Job
Getting a startup off of the ground is not easy — or cheap! Many small businesses won’t turn a profit right away (which is completely normal). Therefore, you should never bank on making a ton money right off the bat as soon as the wheels start turning. You’ll still need a reliable source of income to pay your personal bills and living expenses until your small business can pay you an equivalent amount each year.

You Can’t Do It All
Thinking you can easily run a small business by yourself is a thought crazier than crazy — it’s insane! While you might be able to lead the day-to-day operations, there are going to be some jobs you can’t do, or jobs other people can do more efficiently. Bookkeeping, accounting, managing social media, etc. are all jobs that take a unique skill set that might be better off being outsourced or hiring an in-house specialist.

Costs Can Be Cut
You’re going to spend a lot of money on your startup, but there are going to be things you can save money on. To start, choose a VoIP phone system over a traditional one. Your phone bills will be half that of traditional phone system and you’ll also receive a boatload of features that can benefit almost all businesses. VoIP phone systems are also great for small businesses as you can add lines as you need them instead of having to get a whole new phone plan.

As a small business owner looking to get theirs to the next level, there are some things you need to know early on. When you decide to make the switch to VoIP, contact Reliable Voice & Data Systems. To learn more or to schedule a free estimate, give us a call at (877) 385-6657.

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