Question: first things to do when starting a business?
Answer: Clarify what you plan to do. It's easy to dream about something you want to do. ... 
Find a mentor. ... 
Do some honest soul-searching about passion. ... 
Do some market research. ... 
Write a detailed business plan. ... 
Talk to your “inner circle” and make sure they support you. ... 
Revise your detailed business plan. ... 
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