1.) Before you even open the doors on your newly started Utah business, it’s important that you take care of the legalities associated with registering a startup. Utah’s state website has a convenient
OneStop Online Business Registration system which allows you to register your business with the State Tax Commission, Labor Commission, the Department of Commerce, Department of Workforce Services and the Department of Environmental Quality simultaneously. This site is a major time saver when compared to registering separately with each entity.
2.) In many cases, your enterprise will require more capital than you are able to bring to the table. In situations like these, it’s important to work with a reputable lender who understands the struggles often faced by small businesses and can offer you specialized financing for your situation.
Mountain West Small Business Finance is a local establishment with a reputable and trusted track record for helping Utah businesses get off the ground through SBA 504 loans. Pay their site a visit and take a look at the options; you won’t regret it.
3.) Optimize and maximize your online presence, hiring outside help where needed. In some cases, this means hiring an in-house, professional web designer with a knack for SEO (Search Engine Optimization). However, in most cases it will actually be more cost effective to hire an outside SEO consultant to analyze your site or work in tandem with web designers in maximizing your online presence. One such company which operates locally in Utah is
Vizad. They have an established track record and can have a dramatic impact on the amount of traffic your site receives.
4.) One of the easiest and cheapest ways to market your business in the “brick and mortar” world is to simply slap a magnetic sign onto the side of your vehicle with your business and contact information. There is an online guide to
magnetic signs in Utah which contains a directory of Utah businesses that sell magnetic signs as well as some articles on how to pick the best magnetic sign for your business venture.
5.) Finally, I’ve never known a business owner, or anyone else for that matter, who has regretted getting good, quality business cards. An effective entrepreneur knows that half the battle is marketing, so take every opportunity to pass out your cards, being sure to always have a few of them tucked away in your wallet. Here’s an online listing of
business card printing services in Utah, additionally, they list Graphic Design firms located in Utah; it may be well worth contacting one of them to design your company’s logo before purchase your business cards.
Hopefully these resources will be as useful to you as they have been for me during my dive into entrepreneurial waters. Happy hunting, and remember: fortune favors the bold!
