Planning to jump into an exciting new venture? Then get ready for all sorts of things to be thrown at you.

Experts in startups will tell you that anyone can launch a new business, but to do one successfully requires more than a good idea and a lot of paperwork.

Business owners should also have a good blend of professional skills as well as interpersonal skills to deal with all the various demands. It’s not unusual to work extra hard for years getting everything up and running and then (hopefully) stable, whether it’s building up a customer base, bringing in new employees or refining the production/operation process.

For those considering looking into startups, make sure you have plenty of these characteristics.

Communication.

This is key in all areas of life, but especially vital in business. This can take all forms, from letting everyone know what you’re doing, interacting with various municipalities if any permitting is required, talking with potential customers and vendors and hiring employees or contractors. Focusing on good communication can let people see you’re honest and transparent.

Focus.

With so many details involved in launching startups, it’s easy to be distracted by all the little details. But buckling down and putting energy into one task at a time will help you feel like you’re not spread too thin. Maintaining good focus also can include prioritizing duties on a regular basis. This means some items may not get done as fast as you want them to, but they’re may be less crucial in the big picture or you can consider delegating them which will allow you to take on other critical tasks.

Resourcefulness.

It’s time to be creative! Whether you enjoy the feeling of freedom you get from being your own boss and setting your own rules, or you simply don’t have the scale of a previous employer that took care of a lot of the little things (like office supplies), you  now have the opportunity to look for ways to solve problems in new and different ways.

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