Ask HN: Implementing business processes

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=9040733

by cylinder • 11 years ago

4 2 11 years ago

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I'm going to do my next venture right, and I want to develop processes for everything. Even though I'm bootstrapping and starting solo, I intend to scale and I want the business to be able to function without me.

Problem is I've never actually worked in a corporate setting and have no experience developing business processes.

Does anyone have any book recommendations or advice? Thanks

pariya• 11 years ago

Hey! I've worked in business development for nearly a decade, as a consultant and in the corporate world. I've also started my own startup so I'd love to help in any way I can- I've learned a lot through the process.

In order to help you out, I need to know a little more about your business. What are you building and how have you determined demand?

(This will help me get a general idea of the path you need to take and how to get there)

In terms of books- I've never really read one that can replace experience. Unfortunately the times I've learned most have been times I've tried and failed.

What I highly recommend, though, is a business plan. Check out any old business plan template on the internet- I've written many and I recommend that you do a brief plan (1-10 pages) and focus on your financial statement. It will help you sniff out all the hidden costs you wouldn't typically think about (electricity, depreciation, office space- even if it's in your house) so that you can get a clear idea of how much you need to make in order see growth.

Feel free to get in touch on HN or email p@libertyfeminine.com and good luck!

-p

a5aytF8Uo5Pm• 11 years ago

I recommend The E-Myth, a book that taught me to not only love process, but enjoy developing processes, evolving them, and training people up to work with them:

http://www.amazon.com/The-E-Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses/...

It's accessible and realistic, and a good starting point for getting your mind in the right place.

Ask HN: Implementing business processes

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