Boat Detailing Business Startup Online Course
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Introduction

Welcome Message
How the Course Works
Introduction to Deckhand Detailing
Assessing the Market, Location and Competition

Assessing Your Business Experience
Boat Detailing Experience
Assessing Your Local Market
Other Factors to Consider in Your Area
Create Your Company Image

Choosing a Company Name and Logo
Your Company's Contact Information
Office Space
Legal and Financial Business Setup

Applying for a Business License
Setting Up Financial Accounts
Bookkeeping For Your Boat Detailing Business

Bookkeeping and Invoicing
Receiving Customer Payments and Getting Paid For Your Hard Work
Cash Flow is King! (audio)
Taxes and Liability Insurance

State and Federal Taxes
Liability Insurance
Rates and Services

Your Service Offerings
Pricing Your Servicse
Your Web Site and Advertising Plan

Designing and Building a Web Site
Marketing and Advertising
Gear, Supplies and Equipment

Detailing Gear, Supplies and Equipment
Dollar Store Products
Day-to-Day Operations

Scheduling
Customer Service
Customer Communication is Everything! (audio)
Hiring Employees and Building Your Crew

The Responsibility and Reward with Hiring Employees (audio)
Finding and Hiring Good Workers
Training and Managing Your Crew
Boat Detailer vs Crew Manager vs Business Owner (audio)
Ad Copy for Craigslist or Indeed for Boat Washer Position
Ad Copy for Craigslist or Indeed for a Boat Detailer Position
Creating an Employee Manual
Checklists for Your New Hires

Tips on Washing a Boat
Boat Wash Checklist
Boat Waxing Tips and Etiquette
Next Steps

Frequently Asked Startup and Business Questions
Next Steps to Take

Assessing the Market, Location and Competition

4 Lessons