At Strategic Collisions, we know starting a new venture or side hustle can be intimidating, especially for first-time entrepreneurs. You may have a great idea, but getting started can feel overwhelming, and it's easy to get bogged down in the details. However, the hardest part of starting is often the decision to begin and the consistent, concerted effort to put your idea in motion. In this blog post, we will discuss a 21-day plan to help aspiring entrepreneurs get their business up and running, from ideation to launch day.
The 21-day plan is divided into three sections: Ideate (Days 1-7), Build (Days 8-14), and Promote (Days 15-21), with Day 21 being Launch day. Let's dive into each section and what you can expect to accomplish.
Ideate (Days 1-7)
The first seven days are all about generating ideas and refining your business concept. This is the perfect time to brainstorm and come up with potential business ideas, research your market and competitors, and identify your target audience. During this time, you will want to:
Brainstorm business ideas: Make a list of potential business ideas that you're passionate about and that you think will solve a problem for your target audience.
Research the market and competition: Research the market to see if there's a demand for your business idea and identify potential competitors.
Refine your business concept: Use the feedback you've gathered from your research to refine your business concept and identify your unique selling proposition (USP).
Identify your target audience: Determine who your ideal customer is and what their pain points and needs are.
By the end of the first week, you should have a clear idea of what your business is and who your target audience is.
Build (Days 8-14)
During the second week, you will begin building your business. This includes creating a prototype of your product or service, developing a business plan, and building a website. Here's what you should focus on during this time:
Create a prototype: Create a basic version of your product or service to test with potential customers.
Develop a business plan: Create a roadmap for your business, including your mission statement, financial projections, and marketing plan.
Build a website: Establish an online presence for your business by creating a website that showcases your brand and services.
By the end of the second week, you should have a clear understanding of how your business will operate and a prototype to test with potential customers.
Promote (Days 15-21)
The final week is all about promoting your business and building an audience. This includes creating social media profiles, networking with other entrepreneurs and potential customers, and developing a launch strategy. Here's what you should focus on during this time:
Create social media profiles: Establish a social media presence for your business by creating profiles on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Network with potential customers: Reach out to potential customers and offer them a free trial or discount code to try out your product or service.
Develop a launch strategy: Plan a launch event or promotion to build excitement and generate buzz around your business.
Launch Day (Day 21)
On Day 21, it's time to launch your business! Use everything you've learned during the past three weeks to create a successful launch. Here are some tips to make your launch a success:
Send a launch announcement to your email list: Let your subscribers know that your business is officially launched and offer them a discount or incentive to try out your product or service.
Promote on social media: Share your launch on social media and use relevant hashtags to reach a wider audience.
Offer a launch promotion: Offer a discount or special promotion to incentivize people to try out your product or service.
Day 21- Get out there and get started! You’re ready. You can do it. Strategic Collisions is here to help!
