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Also in Stage Seven:
Finalize LocationImplementing Your PlanOpen for Business

Stage 2: Strategies

Stage 3: Law & Taxes

Stage 4: Facilities & Insurance

Stage 5: Calculating Costs

Stage 6: Financing

Stage 7: Finalizing

Step 27: Open for Business

The Concept:
Congratulate yourself on getting a new business off the ground but don't become complacent or lost in day-to-day management.

What you need to know:
You're on your way! But the battle to stay in business and to thrive has just begun. The successful entrepreneur continues to monitor changes in the marketplace—competitors, technologies, regulations—and aggressively searches for new opportunities to grow the business while keeping the active customer base satisfied. No matter how big your business becomes always remember the values and determination that brought you to this point. Stay focused and good luck!