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September 12, 2019 By Stacy Williams

3 Tips for DIY Entrepreneurs

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Thinking of setting up a business within the DIY industry? If you’re great with your hands and you prefer a more challenging career, DIY is a great sector to get into. People will always need DIY experts so it’s a stable career choice. The profit potential can also be pretty impressive.

Like any business, becoming a DIY entrepreneur does come with its challenges. So, to ensure you get off to the best start, below you’ll discover 3 tips every DIY entrepreneur should follow. 

  1. Have a strong business plan in place

It’s a good idea to put together a strong business plan. This will help you to establish where you want to business to go, and what your overall goals are. A good business plan can help to keep you motivated and establish what steps you need to take to meet your goals. 

Part of the business plan should include finances. How do you plan to fund the set up of the business and account for quieter periods? This brings us onto the next tip… 

  1. Know how you’re going to finance the business

Getting the finance together for your new DIY business venture is going to be one of the biggest challenges. There’s a lot of different options you can take, including investors, loans and lines of credit. 

A lot of lenders offer business loans, but they can be quite tricky to secure. Many entrepreneurs have problems securing loans from traditional sources such as banks. Therefore, you might want to consider taking out a loan from a company such as Liberis. These types of loans allow you to pay them back as your customers pay you. Just make sure you compare different loans to ensure you’re getting the best deal for your business. 

  1. Focus on your branding

These days, one of the most important things for any type of start-up business is branding. Customers prefer to get to know the brands that they use. Remember, nobody is going to have heard of your business so it’s going to take time to build up your brand name. You’ll need to have a strong logo and business name. Then, you’ll need to market yourself to the right target audience. 

Overall, setting up as a DIY entrepreneur does take a lot of planning. The above is just some of the things to focus on when you’re just starting out. The more you plan the business, the more successful it’s likely to become. 

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