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by Marcus Lansky
Thinking about starting your own business? Then you should think about enrolling in a trade school. Trade schools will not only teach you valuable skills for niche job markets like appliance repair, but they can also help you build the basics you will need to establish and manage your own successful business. If you want to succeed in trade school and business, however, here are the essentials:
Business Plans
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So what sort of business would you like to run? To answer this question you need to think about the types of service and/or products you would like to offer. For example, if you have a knack for fixing things, you may want to eventually own your own repair business. This is a wonderful way to put skills you build to use, and the demand for repair services is always high.
No matter what type of business you settle on, also decide whether creating a limited liability company, or LLC, will provide liability protections and tax benefits that will serve you. You can fill out the necessary forms online, just ensure you follow the rules and requirements for starting an LLC in Texas.
Education Goals
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Once you’ve figured out the plans for your future business, you can start thinking about the best trade school options to help you reach your goals. If you are considering opening a repair service, you will need to obtain at least certification first. You can look for training programs in your local community or online.
If you’re not interested in a career or business in repairs, Ken Rusk notes there are plenty of other money-making trade school programs you can consider. You could get qualified as an automobile or marine service tech and eventually open up your own auto shop. Other lucrative options include training as a plumber, home inspector, electrician or landscape designer.
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Updated Technology
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Most trade schools consist of a bit of coursework coupled with hands-on training. If your preferred program requires you to take classes and exams, chances are you may be doing so online. Especially while pandemic restrictions are in place. So before you enroll, make room in your budget for some basic tech that will help you keep up with online and live coursework.
It’s also a good idea to refresh yourself on online safety precautions, so that you don’t unintentionally fall prey to internet scams and criminals. Some basic rules to keep in mind include using different passwords for different sites and never opening emails from unknown sources, so that your business plans aren’t ruined by identity theft or another scheme.
Financial Plans
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In addition to budgeting for new technology, you should also spend some time creating updated personal budgets for yourself to prepare for going back to school and starting your new business. This is so important because it can take some time for any new business to begin turning a profit. So you may need to trim expenses and think about your own finances first.
Trade school can also come with additional costs but there may be assistance and incentives available to help offset any training expenses. A good place to start is to fill out a FAFSA form, so that you can see if you are eligible for federal student aid via grants and loans. You may also be able to find scholarships or personal loans to help out with trade school costs.
Whether you dream of repairing appliances or tackling electrical work, completing training with a trade school can help you achieve your small business goals. It also helps to have a plan for your education, business and finance, as well as the right tech for school and business.
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