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What should be considered when starting a business?

06/21/2023 | by Patrick Fischer, M.Sc., Founder & Data Scientist: FDS

There is a lot to consider when starting a business. Here are some important points:

Business idea and market research:

A good business idea and a thorough market analysis are the first steps to starting a successful business. It is important to ensure that there is a demand for your product or service and that you have a meaningful strategy to differentiate yourself from the competition.

Business Plan: A well-thought-out business plan is essential to attracting investors, obtaining loans, and keeping your business strategy on track. A business plan should include a summary of your business idea, market analysis, finances, marketing and sales strategies, and your goals and plans for the future.

Business Plan.

Legal Form: The choice of legal form in which you start your business will affect your liability, tax obligations and other legal matters. There are several options, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, or corporations.

Finances.

Finance: Solid financing is critical to the success of your business. You need to carefully calculate how much start-up capital you will need, what your ongoing costs will be, and how you can make your business profitable. You should also develop an accounting and tax strategy.

Permits and licenses: Depending on your business and legal form, you may need permits and licenses to operate legally. These can vary widely by location and industry, so it's important to do your research in advance.

Permits and Licenses.

Personnel: If you are looking to hire employees, you will need to learn about labor laws, social security, insurance, and other legal issues. You should also develop an application process and create clear job descriptions and employment contracts.

Personnel.

Marketing and sales: to attract customers and make your company known, you need a strong marketing and sales strategy. Here you should consider which target group you want to address, which channels are best suited for this and how you can stand out from the competition.

Marketing and Sales: To attract customers and make your company known, you need a strong marketing and sales strategy.

There are many more aspects to consider when starting a business, but these seven points should give you a good overview. It's important to do your research thoroughly and, if necessary, seek professional help from tax advisors, lawyers or business consultants to maximize your chances of success.

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Basics of press and media relations

12/30/2022 | by Patrick Fischer, M.Sc., Founder & Data Scientist: FDS

Press and media relations refers to the use of media to disseminate information about an organization, company, brand or event. This includes print media such as newspapers, magazines and publications, as well as electronic media such as radio, television and online publications.

Press and media relations is an important component of marketing and public relations. It is one of the most effective forms of communication to reach a large number of people. Successful press and media relations help create a positive image, increase awareness and attract new customers.

The first step in press and media relations is to develop a strategy. It is important that the organization clearly define its goals and purpose. Then a plan can be developed to achieve those goals.

Another important aspect of press and media relations is contacting journalists and editors. It is important to build a professional relationship with journalists and keep them informed about news and events. Successful press and media relations requires a good understanding of the media world and the interests of journalists.

Press and media relations can also be used to prevent negative publicity from occurring. It is important to be proactive and reach out to the media quickly and effectively to correct a negative story.

Finally, it is important for companies to conduct effective media monitoring to see how their brand is being represented in the media. This gives them the opportunity to adjust their strategy and ensure that their messages are being disseminated accurately and effectively.

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