Guidebook to Starting Your Own Engraving and Cutting Business

Table of ContentsSo, you want to start an engraving business? 2Is this a franchise opportunity? 3Is a laser engraving business is right for you? 4What do I Need to Get Started? 5How easy is it to create a custom engraving? 6Earning potential using a laser 7Calculating pricing 7Pricing example 8Specialization versus an extensive product line 9Marketing your laser company 10How do I obtain customers? 10Networking groups or trade associations 10Tradeshows 11Website, flyers and business cards 11What’s my first step in starting an engraving business? 12Four questions to ask yourself before buying a laser 12What can I engrave with a laser? 14What products can you engrave? 14What materials can you use? 14What industries/markets/occupations need my service? 15So, are you ready to start your own engraving business? 16Creating your business plan 19Preparing a business plan 19Financing and startup costs 21What’s in a name? 23Legal considerations 23Search and registration 23Domain names 23Determining your business structure 24Sole Proprietorships 24Partnerships 24Corporations 24Limited Liability Company (LLC) 24Can you do it? 25© 2008 Epilog Laser1