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Owning your own business is one of the most liberating activities that one could experience. The financial freedom involved and the spare time left over to enjoy quality time with family and friends is life changing. Reduce the stress of starting your own business by taking the following action steps:

Plan

The first thing that you should do is write a plan for your business. Businesses that are planned for have a higher chance of thriving than those that aren't. Know exactly what you want to do, the budget, the number of staff (if any) and the equipment needed. This helps things run smoothly and easily. A business plan keeps you focused hence preventing procrastination and wasting time.

Register

One of the legal steps that will be required of you is to register your business and business name. This will prevent future problems with the government and also protects your name from theft.

Advertise

You need to make your business known to other people. Take advantage of technology. Make use of all your media channels in addition to word of mouth. You can also ask your friends, family and business associates to spread the message about your company.

Be Unique

Do not be afraid to venture into territory others have not been before. Do some research in the niche market for your business and find out what your customers around are lacking. For instance there may not be a clothing store in the neighborhood and your customers are travelling long distances to find one. Take risks, get out of the comfort zone and be unique.

Ask for advise

If the type of business you are venturing into is new to you, find a coach or mentor who can give you advise and direction. Learning from successful others is definitely beneficial to you and your business' success.

Get help

Depending on the size of the business, delegate staff where need be. Do not over work yourself and deprive your family of your time and presence. If the work load is too much, hire an extra set of hands to handle things when your not available.

Running your own business can either be a fun activity or your worst nightmare. It all depends on your planning and readiness. Be sure to have as much information as possible on hand before starting.

Remember to give yourself enough time for rest. Keep good records. Have Fun!