My dream of many years seems to be coming true. My good friend from work is starting a catering business on the side, and I'm one of the four people getting it off the ground. I've wanted to help someone create a small, successful business for the at least a decade. If you've opened a business, tell me whatever you wish someone had told you! :D
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Best part, he said I'm allowed to create my own title. I'm leaning towards "Master of Desserts."
- Lo
An important reminder. Remember that everything costs more than you think it does, especially if you are trying to grow. Don't low-ball your prices and end up with no profit.
- Eric @ CS Techcast
Also, make sure you have roles/responsibilities and REWARDS all on paper and agreed. It's very easy to get caught up in the excitement and find out down the line that your hard work is lining someone else's pocket. But also - YAY! So happy for you!
- WoH: Professor MOTHRA
Yeah, everything costs more than my partners think, but luckily my natural cynicism prepared me for that. :D Thanks for the useful tips about prices and clear agreements... good things to think about.
- Lo