Every successful business begins exactly the same way – as a concept. Business concepts originate with simple ideas and a vision that most people are capable of articulating. However, developing the concept and creating a billion-dollar business demands an advanced set of skills and resources that are in more limited supply. Transforming a personal vision from simple idea to complex commercial enterprise requires sound advice, investment, and leadership.
There are several steps to building a successful company. Each begins with a personal commitment to execution. From putting ideas on paper to following through with goals, bringing a concept to life relies on constantly executing the steps necessary to create a functional business.
Plan with Questions
Before any entrepreneur embarks on a business building adventure, their planning should begin with one fundamental question: Why? Forming a defined purpose for starting a business provides the impetus for every additional choice and step after the original idea. Once a reason for wanting a business is clear, asking additional questions can help provide answers that establish direction for any type of startup.
Sell a Useful Product
Regardless of what kind of business is envisioned, every concept must have a basic fundamental purpose. A successful new company will be able to provide a product or service that is useful to consumers. It does not matter how unique or cutting-edge an idea is, if it does not provide a functional purpose for buyers, it will fail. New products and services must fill a need, a want, or a niche.
Don’t Be Afraid of Help
One obstacle facing many entrepreneurs is the inability to let go of an idea or accept constructive advice and criticism. Trusting seasoned professionals with a business concept is the best way to ensure future success. No billion-dollar business can function or operate with just one person in charge. Accomplished companies rely on layered teams with years of education, skills, and experience in every area of operations. Bringing together a varied and experienced team of professional leaders to help with a business is key to long-term growth and profitable achievements.
Watch the Money
It is easy for any start-up owner to appreciate early successes. However, building for the future demands attention at every step of the growth process. Initial short-term profits are tempting, and casual expenditures may not seem significant when money is rolling in, but both can tank a business quickly. Reinvesting in the company is a surefire way to provide for future success. At the same time, every owner must be aware of expenses that can nickel-and-dime a new business into the ground. Hawkish owners, managers, and employees know that saving a penny today can be the difference in billion-dollar valuations tomorrow.
Guidance is the Most Valuable Investment
Successful business owners know that experts, like the advisors at Blackhawk Partners, are the greatest asset to any new business. With experienced and knowledgeable investors, managers, and leaders, our executive professionals can help bring visions from concept to reality.
By :Â Ziad K Abdelnour
Ziad is also the author of the best selling book Economic Warfare: Secrets of Wealth Creation in the Age of Welfare Politics (Wiley, 2011),
Mr. Ziad Abdelnour continues to be featured in hundreds of media channels and publications every year and is widely seen as one of the top business leaders by millions around the world.
He was also featured as one of the 500 Most Influential CEOs in the World.
