Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to start up a business strongly.....My Business blog for the week of 25th February 2019

Hi All.............

Hope you are having a good week. My Young Entrepreneurs Academy is into its fourth week in schools in Australia and just over four weeks to go before it is launched online for access around the world. So as you can imagine with the academy, my business coaching and training also very active, I am living a fully charged life at the moment. But every day I remember to be grateful that I get to do what I love - helping people and being around positively minded people – This is the greatest time ever to be alive.

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In response to your questions this week…..Here are my 7 Tips for Young Entrepreneurs to start up a business strongly

Even if you're not ready to actually start your business yet, you can do a lot while you're young – in college or even high school – to boost your chances of startup success down the road.

These days, almost everyone has the dream of starting their own company. After all, what could be better than being your own boss and bringing your passion project to the world?

Of course, jumping into the entrepreneurial world can be a bit intimidating, especially when you hear that 90 percent of startups fail. The good news is that startup failure rates doesn't have to be  nearly that high if you use the right tactics to start off strong.

So what can young entrepreneurs do to increase their likelihood of success? Here are a few proven methods that will get you started on the right path.

1. Find your passion.

The most successful startups are founded by people who are passionate about what they do. So what are your passions? Whether you have a love for kayaking or music, the things you're most interested in can serve as a great source of inspiration for entrepreneurial ideas. When you base your ideas off something you truly love, you'll be more focused and motivated. Better yet, you'll bring in your own knowledge and personal experiences – key ingredients that can help you find a unique angle that helps you succeed.

2. Know your market.

A failure to understand your market is one of the top reasons why new businesses fail. If you want any chance of success, you need to thoroughly research your target market before launching your business. This will help you identify important attributes such as the price point and marketing messages that will appeal to your target audience, as well as if there is even a need for your big idea in the first place. The better you understand your target market, the easier it will be to avoid costly misfires.

3. Get your finances in order.

While many startups enlist the help of angel investors to get up and running, you can't assume you'll get that type of financial help. Many entrepreneurs need to use their own funds to start their company, which means you should do everything you can to improve your financial situation. Start building credit as early as you can (in high school if possible), and pay off student loans and other debts. This will make it significantly easier to get an affordable loan to help you fund your startup.

4. Prepare to make sacrifices.

There's no such thing as an overnight success. Even the multimillion-dollar startups that seem to pop up out of nowhere were the result of countless hours of hard work before they started making headlines. Becoming a successful entrepreneur requires an intense level of dedication to your dream – and this means sacrificing both time and money to make it happen. It may not be fun to give up those nightly Netflix binges or weekend parties with friends so you can put in some extra hours on your startup, but these types of sacrifices are much easier to make now than when you're older. 

5. Find a mentor or coach

Running a business requires a wide range of skills and expertise that you likely haven't mastered yet. You shouldn't try to make challenging business decisions on your own. Because of this, finding a mentor or coach is one of the most important things a young entrepreneur can do. Mentors and coaches have taken this path before and bring knowledge and experience to help you move forward and make smarter business decisions. Use networks, conferences and other resources to form these valuable connections.

6. Tune up your business knowledge.

You may be passionate about your big idea, but this creative energy isn't enough. Successful businesses require more than an innovative product; they also require a competent team to manage finances, operations, manufacturing, marketing, and all the other things that go into the production and sale of a product. Take the time to improve your business IQ and look for likeminded individuals who can join your team and make up for your deficiencies. By paying just as much attention to the business side of things as the creative side, you will lay the foundations for a startup that lasts. 

7. Be a planner.

The "tell me your five-year plan" question in a job interview is an uncomfortable experience for many, but to be a successful entrepreneur, you need the ability to plan ahead. Use your overarching goals to set realistic milestones for the growth and development of your company. By placing key actions on a timeline, you'll improve your focus and accountability, making it much easier to stay on top of what needs to be done. 

Starting your own business can be exciting and challenging. While you'll undoubtedly encounter many obstacles and setbacks on your path to success, following these tips will help you start strong on your entrepreneurial journey.

Remember…..Making the decision to start your own business can be intimidating – but with knowledge, passion, a set plan and good experienced coach to support and guide you and keep you accountable, the sky’s the limit for your dreams. It’s time to stop spinning your wheels in a cubicle and start letting yourself shine as an entrepreneur.

Starting your own business is often a learn-as-you-go process. But, the more smart decisions you make early on, the better chance your company has for success. If you have an entrepreneurial idea, consider the advice and tips mentioned above when starting your own business. I hope you found the advice of value.

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Some items of news for this month …………….. 

1. Join me every month where I go live into my private online members group and train people in the 'how to' strategies, tools and techniques to deal with the challenges that business people and employees are faced with today. I also do live Q&A and give away prizes. Click on this link https://www.jimmibradbury.com/offers/SUmncTgD 

2. I have just launched my 12 week business coaching program for those who want some help and guidance and accountability achieving their 2019 goals. The structured curriculum is for both One on One and Group coaching and is suitable for people from all walks of life; Today, I am blessed to be working with Olympian athletes, Start-ups, families working from home, doctors, school principals and CEOs of multi-million dollar companies. The program is based on a structured curriculum designed to get you results and outcomes over a 12 week period and at a very affordable rate. I am also offering a Free 60 minute strategy session and all you need to do is click on this link to request an appointment. Click here https://www.jimmibradbury.com/pl/64296 

3. Also remember I have introduced a weekly competition to receive a bottle of the wine reviewed each week in my blog. To the winner, I will ship a bottle of the same bottle of wine to you anywhere in the world!! Details in my personal blog this week

Have a wonderful week!

Live the Life You Imagine!

-  Jimmi

www.jimmibradbury.com