This checklist start-up template has 2 pages and is a MS Word file type listed under our business plan kit documents.

Sample of our checklist start-up template:

CHECKLIST for Starting a New Business Background work Analyze your business idea by doing a SWOT analysis Assess your strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneur Establish business and personal goals Assess your financial resources and identify potential sources of funds Identify the financial risks Determine the start-up costs Decide on your business location Do a thorough market research Identify your customers Identify your competitors Develop a marketing plan Business transactions Select a lawyer and an accountant Choose a form of organization (proprietorship, partnership, or corporation, for example) Create your business (register your company's name, incorporate the business, etc.) Prepare a business plan