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Company of One with Dale Callahan

Do I Need an LLC or a Business License? (And What “Startup” Really Means) #219

06 Nov 2025

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Most people think starting a business begins with paperwork — setting up an LLC or filing a business license. But that’s not starting a business. That’s formalizing one.In this episode, Dale shares what starting up really means — how to test before you commit, get paid in stages, and protect yourself with smart, practical risk management.🎯 You’ll Learn:✅ Two quick rules of thumb for risk and protection✅ What to do first if you live in a highly regulated area✅ How to use “practical risk management” to avoid rookie mistakes✅ The mindset shift from paperwork to proof of value✅ Why your first customer matters more than your first LLC✅ The five-step Test Before You Commit framework🔥💡 Download Dale’s free Idea Engine workbook: https://dalecallahan.com/op/ideaengine👉 Blog here:https://dalecallahan.com/do-i-need-an-llc-or-a-business-license-and-what-startup-really-means/#CompanyOfOne #EntrepreneurMindset #StartBeforeYoureReady #BusinessClarity #SideHustleDale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

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