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How to Turn Your Hobby Into a Highly Successful Small Business

January 26, 2018 | MaxFilings

how to turn hobby into a business

There’s nothing better than getting paid to do something you love.

“Sounds like a dream,” you may say. But this dream has become a reality for many entrepreneurs with some basic planning and business skills.

Check out a few tips below to get started cashing in on your hobby.

1. Set money goals

Are you trying to make some extra cash on the side, or are you wanting to quit your full-time day job?

These two scenarios require vastly different amounts of effort. If your plan is to replace your income, be willing to work harder.

2. Assess your level

You’re putting yourself out there, and you want to make sure you’re doing your best work. Honestly assess where you are, or have someone else give you feedback.

If you’re not ready yet, set a plan to learn what you need and hold off on putting yourself out there just yet.

3. Create a business plan

A business plan helps you consider and think about all the variables that you didn’t think about when you began down this road. Things like start-up costs and who your target market is – the information gained from putting together your business plan will send you down the right path to self-employment.

4. Start marketing

Once you discover who your target market is, you must market to them to let them know you’re out there. What’s the best way to reach them? This is the bridge between your small business and your customers, so put as much time into it as you can.

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