Here are 9 steps to getting your new business off the ground

Everyone loves your homemade hot sauce, and you've started to wonder if you could actually create a business out of it. While the idea of being your own boss - and doing something you love - is exciting, you don't know exactly where to start.

Creating a business from scratch can be daunting. It's not enough to have a great idea; you have to work tirelessly to get it off the ground. That's why we've adapted Sage One's white paper, "How to start and grow your business," into a clear, step-by-step guide for aspiring business owners.

If you're making the leap, here are nine things you should do.

Learn more about how Sage One can help you manage your new business.

This post is sponsored by Sage One.

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