Thinking of starting a business? Here are the key things to do

Most first time entrepreneurs use savings or debt to start off their ventures

Have you been thinking about starting a side hustle but cannot seem to work up the courage to actually do it? According to Dell Women Entrepreneur Cities (WE Cities) Index, there has never been a better time for women to throw their hat in the entrepreneurship ring. The index, which is cited as ‘the only global, gender-specific index that looks at a city’s ability to attract and foster growth of women-owned firms,’ ranks Nairobi as No.33, only second to South Africa’s Johannesburg.

Some of the pillars measured include access to capital, technology, culture and talent. This is welcome news because it shows we are making great strides as a country. On a personal level though, what are the considerations that should be top of mind when considering how to start your venture, and whether to test the waters or jump both feet in?