Chapter 4

How risky is opening first and filing paperwork later?

Mở cửa trước, giấy tờ tính sau: liều đến đâu?

The chapter's question

What permits does my property need, and how long do they take?

Big idea

Paperwork left for later is paperwork that will halt the business right in peak season.

In this chapter

  1. Part 4.1

    What You Must Have

    Have I listed every permit I need?

  2. Part 4.2

    How Long It Takes

    How long does each take, and can they run in parallel?

  3. Part 4.3

    Fire and Safety Requirements

    How far does my property meet the requirements?

  4. Part 4.4

    Who Helps With This

    Do I handle this myself or hire a consultant?

The reading for this chapter is inside Conan School

This chapter has 4 readings, with case stories and exercises. Chapter 1 of Before the First Guest is free to read right here.

Read in Conan School

Chapters of Before the First Guest

  1. 1.Does welcoming everyone mean nobody picks me?
  2. 2.Is one more room more money, or more trouble?
  3. 3.Do guests pay for style, or for a good sleep?
  4. 4.How risky is opening first and filing paperwork later?
  5. 5.Am I renovating before knowing my break-even?