If you have an idea for a start-up, you should know that there is a whole process that goes into bringing your idea into fruition. Even the most successful companies
were once a start-up that underwent the five stages that are discussed below. 
The Five Steps
* 1. Ideation:
This is the point where you are making sense of the idea. You should start by first coming up with a problem statement and the reason you think your idea matters. Define the problem, the people who experience the problem, how you plan to solve the problem, and why you think you are the right person to solve the problem. The ideation process often takes consultation and strategy for it to be doable.
* 2. Understanding the Competition:
Understanding your competition will help you come up with a product/service that meets a unique need of your target market. Being aware of the competition, their strengths, and what their unique selling point is, enables you to come up with a competitive product.
* 3. The Planning:
This is the most important step when coming up with a startup. You need to have a plan on how you will finance the business. You should also start putting the paperwork together, including making inquiries about licensing and signing up employees, among other details that will make the process smoother.
* 4. Marketing and Branding:
Once you have established the direction that the startup is headed, you must now come up with a branding and marketing strategy. This always involves finding a name for the business, building a professional website, and setting up social media handles that will be used to communicate with customers. Remember that the way you enter the market will determine whether you will have many customers. You should consider hiring marketing agencies to help pushing your brand.
* 5. Pitching:
Once you have everything in place, you are now ready for take-off. It is at this point that you should consider selling your idea to investors who can help you in building the brand. You need to show them that you have done the research and you are confident that your business will flourish if they provide seed funding to get going. The important part is to always have a solid action plan and establish a network that will enable you to achieve your goals.