Archive for April, 2009
From Freelance to Startup – 6 Simple Tips
Written by Sam Bishop | April 7th, 2009 | Business, Web Design | 2 Comments »It’s been too long since my last post but I was struggling to find a good topic for a post. I have since realized that in the last 3 years I have been able to successfully freelance and bootstrap my business into a successful web design agency. I thought that I would pass on what I have learned over these last 3 years.
- Do your homework
I was fortunate that I had someone to ask a handful of questions (the former GM at my pro soccer club) about starting a business before I took the plunge but that is not the case for all of you. Learn about the appropriate paperwork to fill out in your state. Figure out what kind of business entity you want (LLC, Corporation, Nonprofit). Learn about registered trademarks and copyrights if they apply. There are tons of books out there but I recommend contacting
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