http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-start-a-cupcake-business So you want to start a business working from home - and you enjoy baking cupcakes. Why not start a cupcake business and get paid doing what you love to do? This presentation explains the 4 basic steps to get started. Click the link above for more information and business resources.

1. HOW TO START A
CUPCAKE BUSINESS ... AT HOME!

2. HOW TO START A
CUPCAKE BUSINESS ... AT HOME!

3. STEP 1: RULES AND REGULATIONS

4. STEP 1: RULES AND REGULATIONS
Contact your city for information on licensing & zoning.

5. STEP 1: RULES AND REGULATIONS
Your state’s Health Department will also need to
inspect your cooking space.

6. STEP 1: RULES AND REGULATIONS
Also ask about labeling laws (for packaging).

7. STEP 2: THE BUSINESS PLAN

8. STEP 2: THE BUSINESS PLAN
Having a business plan will save you time and money.

9. STEP 2: THE BUSINESS PLAN
It can tell you if your business idea has
the potential to make money.

10. STEP 2: THE BUSINESS PLAN
...before you invest money into it.

11. STEP 3: SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT

12. STEP 3: SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
Save money by getting supplies at
wholesale restaurant suppliers.

13. STEP 3: SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
and shop online to compare prices.

14. STEP 3: SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
There are also resources online for packaging materials
like bags, boxes, labels, etc..

15. STEP 4: GET BUYERS

16. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
Just get ‘em!

17. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
OK. But seriously...

18. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
Sampling is where it’s at.

19. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
Sampling is where it’s at.
Let local businesses, organizations, fundraising groups, etc..
try your cupcakes.

20. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
You establish goodwill,
gain market exposure,
make contacts
and let potential customers test drive your products
all at the same time.

21. STEP 4: GET BUYERS
Genius!

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