OLS Corp. is a leading provider and distributor of services and products for the spa and salon industry. It offers consulting services including site feasibility, design, equipment and installation.

Our Little Secret Corp.
307-1755 Robson St.
Vancouver BC
V6G 3B7
Phone: 604-468-2157
Fax: 604-464-2101

Starting a Business Checklist

Business Startup Background Work	YES	NO	Comments
1. Have you assessed your strengths and weaknesses?	Y	N
2. Have you identified the financial risks?	Y	N
3. Have you assessed your financial resources?	Y	N
4. Have you defined the business in detail?	Y	N
5. Have you determined startup costs?	Y	N
6. Have you decided on a location?	Y	N
7. Have you decided on size of facility?	Y	N
8. Have you acquired a PC?	Y	N
9. Have you decided on a number of employees and how you are going to get them?	Y	N
10. Have you written a business plan?	Y	N
11. Have you an interior design plan or layout?	Y	N
Legal and Financial Foundations
1. Have you selected a lawyer?	Y	N
2. Have you chosen an organization form? (proprietorship, partnership, or corporation)	Y	N
3. Have you selected a bank/banker?	Y	N
4. Have you opened a business checking account?	Y	N
5. Have you selected an insurance agent?	Y	N
6. Have you selected an accountant?	Y	N
7. Have you selected a bookkeeper?	Y	N
Getting Started
1. Have you ordered business cards?	Y	N
2. Have your ordered stationary?	Y	N
3. Have you setup a Web site?	Y	N
4. Have you obtained all necessary permits?	Y	N
5. Have you set a definite starting date?	Y	N
6. Are you ready to implement your marketing plan?	Y	N
7. Have you ordered merchant POS Terminals?	Y	N
8. Have you setup your phone, fax and Internet connection?	Y	N
9. Will you need surveillance?	Y	N
10. Have you ordered gift cards?	Y	N
11. Have you an employee hand book?	Y	N
12. Have you ordered the equipment?	Y	N
13. Have you ordered the inventory?	Y	N