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Based on 25+ years of starting businesses in marketing, entertainment, and tech
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Starting a business shouldn't feel like navigating a maze
I've started multiple successful businesses—from an experiential marketing agency that I sold for mid-seven figures to AI-powered SaaS products. Each time, I wished I had a comprehensive, personalized checklist to keep me on track.
This tool generates exactly that. Based on your specific situation—your industry, state, legal structure, and funding approach—you'll get a detailed checklist of everything you need to do to start your business the right way.
Real talk:
Most entrepreneurs skip the "boring" legal and financial setup. They pay for it later—literally. Do it right from the start and save yourself massive headaches and legal fees down the road.
What's included in your checklist
Legal Foundation
Entity formation, EIN, operating agreements, and all required registrations
Licenses & Compliance
Industry-specific licenses, permits, and compliance requirements for your state
Financial Setup
Banking, accounting systems, bookkeeping, and financial projections
Insurance
General liability, E&O, cyber liability, and industry-specific coverage
Brand & Online Presence
Domain, website, email, social media, and Google Business Profile
Operations
Workspace, equipment, suppliers, SOPs, and project management
Marketing Foundation
Target customer, value prop, competitive research, and launch plan
Industry-Specific
Custom requirements for your specific business type (e-commerce, SaaS, restaurant, etc.)
Funding Strategy
Tailored items for bootstrap, investment, or loan funding approaches
How it works
Answer 4 Quick Questions
Tell us about your business type, location, legal structure, and funding approach. Takes 2 minutes.
Get Your Custom Checklist
We instantly generate a personalized checklist with 50-100+ items tailored to your specific situation.
Download & Execute
Download as PDF, print it, share it, or track your progress online. Each item includes time estimates, costs, and guidance.
Created by someone who's been there
I'm Patrick Hadley—I've started multiple successful businesses across different industries. I know what it takes to build from scratch, and I've distilled that experience into this tool.
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