{"id":93601,"date":"2023-09-12T10:12:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T08:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dexxter.be\/starting-up-in-business-a-step-by-step-plan-after-registering-cbe\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T13:18:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T11:18:29","slug":"starting-up-in-business-a-step-by-step-plan-after-registering-cbe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dexxter.be\/en\/blog\/starting-up-in-business-a-step-by-step-plan-after-registering-cbe\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting up in business: a step-by-step plan after registering CBE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Congratulations, you have taken the exciting step of starting your own sole proprietorship!<\/strong> But now the real work is just beginning.<\/strong> After you have taken the legal steps to set up your company, there are several important things you need to address to get your business on track and grow successfully.<\/strong> In this roadmap, we will discuss the essential steps you need to take to start submitting your business.<\/strong>

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Step 1.<\/strong> Get started with your bookkeeping\ud83e\uddfe<\/strong>
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As a sole proprietor, you may do single-entry bookkeeping. It your important to keep accurate records of all purchases, sales and depreciations from the very beginning. There are several ways to make sure your finances are in order and that you meet tax obligations.
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You can approach your sole proprietors’ accounting in 3 ways:<\/strong>
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  1. Excel<\/strong>: You can do your bookkeeping yourself in Exc<\/a>el<\/a>, for example. This is the cheapest option, but unfortunately also has a lot of drawbacks. For example, you already need quite a bit of knowledge of bookkeeping and it is difficult to keep track of all invoices and receipts in 1 place.

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  2. Online accounting tool<\/strong>: For 180 euros a year, Dexxter<\/a> lets you take control of your bookkeeping. This ensures that everything is 100% correct. Can’t do your bookkeeping? No problem, you can get certified within days via the free accounting course<\/a>. Dexxter also lets you create invoices, and calculates automatically what you need to fill in on your tax return. Still need some extra advice? Bookkeepers can use the tool free of charge so that your accountant can take a look. Don’t have a bookkeeper yet? Then you can easily schedule a consultation with a bookkeeper.

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  3. Bookkeeper<\/strong>: You can also have your entire bookkeeping done by a bookkeeper. A bookkeeper is the most expensive option, but it means the least work for you.


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    Step 2.<\/strong> Think about your brand identity<\/strong> \ud83c\udd94
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    If you want to start doing business, it is important that you are recognised by your customers. After you find a catchy company name, it’s best to start thinking about your branding. Deciding this in advance will make it easier for you to align all marketing.
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    What do you all need?<\/strong>
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    • A logo<\/strong>: this ensures that your brand can be recognised<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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    • Colours<\/strong>: Choose a colour palette and make sure the colours are good matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Fonts<\/strong>: Choose two to four fonts that go well together. You can use your font in all communications. For your website, for example, think of a font for titles, text and buttons.


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