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Turning your hobby into a business can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do.

It allows you to build a career around something that you truly love and helps you live in the moment. Plus, there is no better feeling than having an office full of creative people who share your beliefs.

But starting a new business isn’t easy. There are many different aspects to consider when turning your hobby into a business.

You need to be able to persevere and have the confidence to succeed (read 5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Confidence for tips on how you can do that!)

Here are five tips that will help you succeed as an entrepreneur and make your career dream come true! 

1. Get creative

The first step is to get creative and think of a hobby that could translate to a budding business.

Popular hobbies that people tend to turn into businesses are things like baking, or even crafts (thanks to Etsy!).

However, with the right ideas and attitude, you could turn virtually any hobby into a business!

Once you’ve got the idea down, the next step (and perhaps the most crucial one) is coming up with a name that reflects your business.

For example, if you were running a cake business, you might want a name like Sugarlicious.

Coming up with a catchy name will help your customers remember you in the future.

2. Consider the legal aspects

Before you start turning your hobby into a business, consider the legal aspects.

There are many different laws that apply to businesses, so even if you don’t think it’s necessary to consult an attorney, it may be just what is needed for success.

Remember you always have the option of consulting an attorney and getting advice.

Furthermore, you’ll need to see if you need any official documents and qualifications to legally sell your services as a professional in that field.

For example, you might be pretty handy and may be considering getting into the field of renovations and construction work, but in order to gain access to most work sites legally, you’ll need to take CSCS tests.

With a hobby such as baking, you’ll need to register your business with your local authority and have your workspace (ie your kitchen) inspected to ensure it meets the health and safety requirements for food preparation.

3. Know your resources

The first step to turning your hobby into a business is figuring out your resources.  You need to know the limits of your time and personal finances.

You’ll also want to figure out what skills you have that could be used for your new venture.

If you don’t know everything about the industry, then it’s important to do some research before investing in a business idea – maybe even invest in yourself and take a course!

By knowing the resources you have at your disposal, it will make it easier for you to start planning and strategising for success.

4. Know your finances

One of the most important things for new entrepreneurs is to be financially savvy.

You need to know what your business needs in order to succeed and how much it will cost you, and also have an idea of when you will break even and when you will start making a profit.

You also need to know your exit plan if things go wrong.

• What would happen if you had to close up shop tomorrow?  
• What would happen if you needed more funding?

An exit plan helps prepare for when things aren’t going as planned and gives your business a better chance of success.

5. Hire the right team

Hiring the right team is one of the most important aspects of creating a successful company.

It is important to hire people who are passionate about what you’re doing and who are able to contribute their personal strengths.

If you can’t find someone for every position, don’t be afraid to get creative with how your company functions.

For example, a graphic designer can design the marketing materials while someone else handles customer service.

The main thing to remember is: in order to succeed, you need to give 100% to get 110%!

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