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10 Things You Must Do Before Quitting Your Job to Start Your Company

By Administrator | 23 June 2017

You have a dream but you need a checklist to achieve it.

So you've decided you're ready to take the plunge, quit your job, and get your own company up and running. You have an amazing business idea you are ready to launch. You're probably excited and nervous at the same time, which is perfectly understandable. If this is the case, you need to take a step back and remember that you simply can't walk into work tomorrow with your resignation letter.

Being impulsive could be a huge mistake so you need to create a list of the advantages and disadvantages you will face when quitting your job. If you decide it's still what you want to do, there are a few things you must put in place before you quit.

To help you get ready before your big day of freedom, I've highlighted 10 things you should do before quitting your job and starting your own company.

1. Do research.


Quitting your current job before getting your company off the ground may seem like the best option, but trust me, it's not. The best way for you to get the wheels rolling in a safe and profitable way is to grow your business while you are still employed. This will make your transition from an employee to an entrepreneur a little smoother. Read more

Dave Peck - Entrepreneur - 18 June 2017

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