Biz Quiz: Learn How Ready Are You To Start A Business

Thinking about starting a new business? Running a company can be an amazing journey. I wouldn’t trade my decision to run my own business for anything. At the same time, it was one of the most challenging things I’ve ever done in my life.

You can have the best idea of the century, but nothing will come of it if you’re not ready for the responsibilities of running your own business. There are certain people born to be in business and there are others that grow into it over time.

It’s easy to feel ready much earlier than you actually are, and it’s equally easy to let fear hold you back long after you should have taken the plunge. There are times when emerging entrepreneurs need to hear the cold, hard truth that they’re simply not ready

The Biz Quiz is a simple self-assessment that provides insight on how prepared you are to start a business.

Find out where you’re at

QUIZ: HOW READY ARE YOU TO START A BUSINESS?

Owning a business can be an amazing journey. Find out if you are ready to start your own business by taking this short quiz.

Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Email*
First Name*
Last Name*
Which statement best describes your professional situation?*
- I'm a therapist in school or have less than 5 years of experience who is interested starting a practice.
- I'm an experienced therapist who wants to start my own practice.
- I've been in business for a while and looking to grow my business.
Which of the following best describes your position right now?*
- I'm building my business on the side
- I'm builiding my business full-time
- I haven't started building my business
When you think about starting your own business, how does it make you feel?*
- Excited. I don't know much about business but I'm eager to learn.
- Confused. I'm unclear on what steps to take to and when.
- Overwhelmed. I know mostly what to do, but I just don't have the time to get it all done.
- Confident. I'm ready to go, and I'm confident my business will grow.
Take this brief assessment to discover the next steps for starting your business. In just a couple of minutes, you can clarify where you need to move forward with certainty. Let's get started!
SCORING
Rate yourself on the scale of 1-10 with 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest. 1= This is not true about me at all 4= I've done some preliminary work on this 7= I feel confident in what I've done in this area 10= I've got this down
PHASE I. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have a clear vision for my business.
1. I have a written vision for what I want my ideal practice to look like.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I have identified my main motivation for starting a business*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I researched my ideal client's pains, fears, needs and desires.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Vision Total Score
Before you start a business you want to know where you are at and where you want to go. Getting clear on your business vision will guide your decisions on how to get there.
PHASE II. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I've validated my brand through conversations with ideal clients.
1. I have chosen a profitable target market for my business.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I have chosen a validated business niche.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I have a clear written business brand.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Brand Total Score
Before you start a business there is nothing more important than what makes you different and knowing who will pay for what you do.
PHASE III. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have network of relationships who support me and my business.
1. I have spread the word about my business through strategic conversations with friends, key influencers and prospective clients*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I have a system to keep top of mind with key influencers and prospective clients.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I have chosen an ideal practice location based upon my ideal clients traffic patterns.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Businss Network Total Score
The success of most businesses depends upon word of mouth referrals. Establishing a strong relationship with friends, previous clients, and key influencers will help launch your business successfully.
PHASE IV. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the business accounts and insurance to legally operate a business.
1. I have selected a NAME, business entity and registered it with the government.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I have set up the necessary business bank accounts*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I have obtained all neccesary business and liability insurance*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Accounts Total Score
To operate your business legally and mitigate your risk it must have a record of your business activity and insurance protection.
PHASE V. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have systems in place to manage a business
1. I have set up a client onboarding & scheduling system.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I have a process for explaining and accepting payments.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I have a record keeping system for financial and client information.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Systems Total Score
Effective systems to manage a business are vital to ensure profitability and a smooth operation.
PHASE VI. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the operations in place to run a profitable business.
1. I have estimated my expenses and determined my fees.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. My website communicates my brand and tells prospects what to do next.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. I have determined my minimal viable income and target salary.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Operations Total Score
Effective operations are needed to grow a practice and provide a steady income.
PHASE VII. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the operations in place to attract new clients and re-engage previous clients.
1. I have a plan for what I want to accomplish over the next 90 days to take my business to the next level.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
2. I am comfortable helping potential clients overcome their fears in order to say yes to my services.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
3. My clients rave about their remarkable experience and tell others.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 10.
Business Growth Total Score
Attracting new client, creating a remarkable client experience and engaging previous clients provides for sustainable profitability.
BIZ QUIZ TOTAL SCORE
A higher total score indicates you're more likely to successfully launch your business. If you would like to talk about your results you can email me at heypaul@paulpotterpt.com and we'll set up a time to chat.
BIZ QUIZ TOTAL SCORE
READY TO GO - 150 TO 210 | ALMOST THERE- 100 TO 149 | MORE WORK TO DO- 50 TO 99 | BETTER WAIT- 21 TO 49

Biz Quiz: Learn How Ready Are You To Start A Business

Find out where you’re at

QUIZ: HOW READY ARE YOU TO START A BUSINESS?

SCORING

PHASE I. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have a clear vision for my business.

PHASE II. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I've validated my brand through conversations with ideal clients.

PHASE III. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have network of relationships who support me and my business.

PHASE IV. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the business accounts and insurance to legally operate a business.

PHASE V. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have systems in place to manage a business

PHASE VI. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the operations in place to run a profitable business.

PHASE VII. SUCCESS PREDICTOR: I have the operations in place to attract new clients and re-engage previous clients.

BIZ QUIZ TOTAL SCORE

READY TO GO - 150 TO 210 | ALMOST THERE- 100 TO 149 | MORE WORK TO DO- 50 TO 99 | BETTER WAIT- 21 TO 49