50 Family Small Business Ideas

Small Family Business IDEAS

Small Business Ideas / April 13, 2021

I strongly suggest that would-be entrepreneurs do a business plan. As a result of completing the plan you will be much better prepared and know whether or not your business idea is feasible. Try the following article for a short-cut. However, I caution you on following a short-cut unless you have substantial experience or knowledge about your area. Proceed with caution without a business plan!

How is your business unique, and why will your goods or services appeal to customers? What are the primary differences between your company and your competitors? What are the driving factors to choose your business over another?

In other words, what is the underlying reason a customer would do business with your company?

1) Define Your Business and Vision

Defining your vision is important. It will become the driving force of your business. Here are questions that will help you clarify your vision:

  • Who is the customer?
  • What business are you in?
  • What do you sell (product/service)?
  • What is your plan for growth?
  • What is your primary competitive advantage?
2) Write Down Your Goals

Create a list of goals with a brief description of action items. If your business is a start up, you will want to put more effort into your short-term goals. Often a new business concept must go through a period of research and development before the outcome can be accurately predicted for longer time frames.

Create two sets of goals:

  1. Short term: range from six to 12 months.
  2. Long term: can be two to five years.

Explain, as specifically as possible, what you want to achieve. Start with your personal goals. Then list your business goals. Answer these questions:

  • As the owner of this business, what do you want to achieve?
  • How large or small do you want this business to be?
  • Do you want to include family in your business?
  • Staff: do you desire to provide employment, or perhaps, you have a strong opinion on not wanting to manage people.
  • Is there some cause that you want the business to address?
  • Describe the quality, quantity and/or service and customer satisfaction levels.
  • How would you describe your primary competitive advantage?
  • How do you see the business making a difference in the lives of your customers?
3) Understand Your Customer

It is not realistic to expect you can meet the needs of everyone, no business can. Choose your target market carefully. Overlook this area, and I guarantee you will be disappointed with the performance of your business. Get this right and you will be more than pleased with the results.

Source: articles.bplans.com