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START UP A CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS

STEP1. PLANNING

Initial planning checklist for individuals considering starting a children's fun or entertainment business.

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Do as much research and learning about running an children's entertainment or face painting business as you possibly can.

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Make yourself aware of what's involved running your own children's entertainment business, the possible hours involved and the type of work.

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Decide whether to opt for face painting, puppet shows, magic shows, balloon modelling etc or a business model with a combination of the above.

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Plan a great theme around which to base your children's entertainment act and business.

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Research your potential customers, parents spending power, children's entertainment preferences and target children's age groups.

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Plan where and how you will be able to put on performances based upon your business model.

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Plan how you will go about locating and getting bookings either privately or publicly at events.

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Prepare your business plan and carefully organise your finances along with any related borrowing.

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Plan for the impact your new business will have upon your family and your current way of life.

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Plan for the unforeseen, unexpected, seasonal variations and any what if's.

Finally for the most difficult task of the planning checklist! Every business or entertainer needs a catchy, easy to remember name. Good luck!
For more detailed information regarding any of the above points refer to the key points navigation links
 

KEY POINTS

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The initial idea
Have you ever considered starting entertaining as a full or part time business idea?
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What's involved
It looks so easy, but what's it really like running your own entertainment business?
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Where to entertain
Plan where your customers will be and how you target that audience.
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What type of show
A unique form of entertainment that will attract your target audience.
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Business plan
Financial planning is essential for your new entertainment business to work.
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