I've been trying to get a business of my own started since I was around 16 years old. Life didn't really go how I expected it to go (I've heard this is normal). I've tried a few different times to start a variety of businesses and all of them have failed. I learn something every time but I'd really like a shortcut. So then it hit me, "I should ask people who've been there before!".<p>My business-attempts have involved SaaS, Gutter Cleaning, Car Detailing, contract Web Development, and so on... Usually, I'd have some sort of plan laid out, but most of that plan involved building a really nice website. That isn't all it takes to succeed, though, as I've learned.<p>If you were starting a new business with low funds (assume less than ~$1k), involving any effort you'd pursue, what would your Todo-List look like?<p>How would you prioritize your list? How much time would you put into each item?<p>I know this is a vague question, which is okay because I'm looking for vague answers. Even vague answers to this question would lead me to a more accurate understanding of this sort of process.<p>Thanks in advance!
I haven’t seen a better checklist than this: <a href="https://blog.ycombinator.com/how-not-to-fail/" rel="nofollow">https://blog.ycombinator.com/how-not-to-fail/</a><p>The two things I would note is that 1) it’s really hard to make something people want—-you need to be good at your craft and have a team that complements each other 2) NPS score is a great way to measure whether you have done that.
This article might interest you: <a href="https://www.startupgrind.com/blog/the-startup-framework-to-validate-your-idea-before-you-spend-1/" rel="nofollow">https://www.startupgrind.com/blog/the-startup-framework-to-v...</a><p>Summary: Clearly identify a problem, issues with existing solutions, and that it's a priority worth paying for among potential customers.