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items As someone starting my own business, I thought I'd share some things that helped me get started!
These days a big part of owning your own business is content creation
The thing I've found that makes my videos and live streams genuinely higher quality is using a mic.
This is the mic I use being under 5$ it's so affordable for the quality it brin...
Professional Wireless Lavalier Microphone, USB Rechargeable Wireless Microphone, Plug-Play Lapel Mic for Video Recording, Teaching, Interviews, Podcast - TikTok Shop
Depending on your business sometimes I find I need to be flexible for my clients and take my items on the go.
These are Soo cute, and make transporting items more efficient
Car Trunk Storage Box, Foldable Car Storage Box with Bowknot Design, Multifunctional Car Organizer, Car Interior Accessories for Women & Girls - TikTok Shop
Currently 45% off
This file organizer is so cool!
It's fireproof and waterproof able to withstand temperatures up to 2000° F.
Fireproof Accordion File Organizer, Portable Expanding File Folder with Zipper&Labels, Pink Document Organizer with 13 Pockets, File Organizer for Important Document/Paper Storage - TikTok Shop
Ofcourse running your own business,
Security of income is important!!
This is a great and cute first register.
Box with Tray and Key Lock, Box Safe Locking, Saving Lock Box with Tray Storage for Register 11.8"x9.45"x3.54" - TikTok Shop
Ofcourse organization is important, I personally really like this stationary set as it's very affordable, on sale and it has everything you need!
Desk Organizers and Accessories With Mesh Desk Organizer and 360Rotating Pen Holder and a Lot of Office Office Supplies Beautifully Presented in a Box - TikTok Shop
I personally have a hard time with saving money.
I have noticed that when I turn something into a game or a challenge it is so much easier to save!!!
Monthly Money Saving Challenge Binder, 1 Count 10k Money Saving Planner, Budget Binder with Cash Envelopes, Savings Challenges Book - TikTok Shop
Please please please invest in a safe, it's really important that when youre saving you keep it in a safe. Small businesses are vulnerable.
KOFAIR Lock Your Valuables Safe Box 0.23 Cubic Feet Portable Digital Safe Box with LED Light, Fireproof & Theft-Proof for Home, Office & Travel business hotel steel - TikTok Shop
This is a fantastic starter business system or POS device.
I love that it's transportable and has many uses
ELECDOV C12 4-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with Wired iPad Charger | Foldable Multi-Device Charging Stand for Apple - iPhone 16/15/14 Pro Max/13/12/11, Apple Watch Series 8/7/6/5/4/3/2/SE, AirPods 3/2/Pro | Overcharge Protection & Space-Saving Design - TikTok Shop
I personally use this for calculating daily costs and earnings making it easier to see how much I've earned or lost at the end of the month
3-Year Monthly Planner Calendar 2026-2028 - January to December, Softcover with Elastic Pen Holder, 12 Month Display, English Language, Ideal for Organizing and Stylish Adults, Diary Writing|Minimalist Design|Easycare Binding, Planner Notebook - TikTok Shop
I enjoy this for doing appointment calculations. This has saved me alot on paper use.
Cute Scientific Calculator for Girls Students, 82 MS Foldable Science Calculator with Notepad Middle and High School Supplies, - TikTok Shop
I mean ofcourse you can count all your cash yourself but me personally?
I love having a machine to do it for me to lower the risk of human error
PONNOR Money Counter Machine with UV/MG/IR/MT/DD Detection for Fake Bills, LCD Display, Coin Box, COUNT/ADD/BATCH/AUTO Modes, Silent Operation, 1200 Notes/Minute - TikTok Shop
This is a very compact but efficient mop design
JOYMOOP Pink Mop and Bucket with Wringer Set for Home, with 3 Reusable Microfiber Mop Pads, Hands-Free Self-Cleaning System, Suitable for Floor Cleaning and Wall Cleaner - TikTok Shop
I love it when dust pans also have a broom brush connected to it!!
Listen a good broom is very important to keeping your facility clean
KZKR Pink Adjustable Broom and Dustpan Set – Built-in Comb Teeth to Remove Hair, Ergonomic Indoor & Outdoor Sweeping Kit - TikTok Shop
Print off all of your small business logos, and labels with this printer!!
With this you can make your own appreciation stickers instead of having to keep spending alot for custom stickers
JADENS Shipping Label Printer, Bluetooth Wireless Thermal Label Printer, Compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Widely Used for Etsy, Ebay, Shopify, USPS - TikTok Shop
Loyalty cards!!!
Best way to keep happy customers coming back
I love that this one comes with a hole puncher
Punch Card and 100 count Reward Punch Card, Handheld Kit, Single-Hole Paper Metal Piercer with Soft Grip, Home Office Supplies, Clothing Ticket Scrapbook Piercer Tool(Fresh) - TikTok Shop
When starting out we are competing with other local companies that are more well known or online with the other hundreds of small businesses.
I've noticed that being unique brings more word of mouth, and higher returning rate.
Even In your packages...
Pretty Package Store Designer Poly Mailers Variety Pack - 35 Mailers in Various Sizes & Styles, Shipping Bags, Cute Packaging - TikTok Shop
When going into starting your own business it's important that you study what you're wanting to do.
This is a pretty well known company for educating yourself
You can always go to local resources aswell like a library
Starting a Business: All-In-One for Dummies, (3rd Edition) (Paperback)
Book keeping cheat sheet!!!
This would be helpful to have posted by your desk for quick answers or guides
Bookkeeping - Accounting for Small Business: A Quickstudy Laminated Reference Guide (Other)
Client intake forms.
Before performing a service on a client it's important that you take note of all important information relative to what you service.
200 Sheets Client Profile Cards for Stylists, Small Business, Nail and Hair Salons (8.25 x 5.7 In, White)