Even if you’re starting really small, you need to have a business plan. This must take account of profits, costs, overheads, tax – and don’t forget your own living expenses.
Even if it’s just a small home business, it’s wise to set targets for your company. Even if you end-up revising them, by setting benchmarks from the start you can measure your progress – or lack of! You can then make meaningful, data-driven decisions.
Don’t worry though: it doesn’t have to be a hugely detailed, formal document. If reselling hosting is a sideline, it could be as little as a few paragraphs to remind you of your plans. Setting dates and deadlines can be really helpful, regardless of the size of your business.