1. Choose a business idea or industry that matches your interests and abilities.
2. Find a business niche that capitalizes on unmet needs in the marketplace.
3. Research your competitors, your market, and the viability of your product.
4. Educate yourself about the laws that apply to online businesses.
5. Create your brand identity.
6. Create a marketing strategy that incorporates various promotional tactics (e.g., website, SEO, email marketing, social media marketing, etc.)
7. Begin Getting Customers.