Twelve specific start-up scenarios
Jeweler, doctor’s office, IT company: every business start-up situation varies. You will find twelve different examples of these situations below.
In the set-up phase, there are a lot of important decisions to make and situations to avoid which could make or break your business.
Take a look at our 12 start-up models. The repercussions specific to each scenario are explained in each model.
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Non-EU/EFTA: Business founders from a non-EU/EFTA member state
Business owners from non-EU/EFTA member states encounter certain obstacles. This case study shows the difficulties of a sushi vendor.
Part-time self-employed or freelance work
Part-time freelancing offers more flexibility as well as several other advantages. Explanations.
EU/EFTA nationals: Founder who is a national of an EU/EFTA member state
The establishment of a company is completed in several stages. Overview based on a case study concerning a non-Swiss entrepreneur.
The rules applying to import-export
If the company trades with a country which has signed a free trade agreement, the entrepreneur may benefit from various types of tax relief.
Craft industry: starting out as an artisan
A jewelry maker can protect his or her jewelry designs by filing a request with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI).
Commercial company: Case study on a commercial business
A limited company (SARL) can be set up without major capital investment. Example of a children's fashion shop based on this model.
Case study on a service provider
If he/she generates an annual turnover of less than CHF 100,000, this entrepreneur will not be liable for value added tax.
Jurisdiction for an engineering firm
When several persons establish a company, it is necessary to draw up a shareholders’ agreement to prevent disputes from arising.
Gastronomy: Case study on a catering business
A café may contact the e conomic promotion department of its canton for information on the possibilities for obtaining credit more easily.
Developing a natural medicine practice
The naturopath must obtain the authorizations required to run the business. There is no obligation to register on the commercial register if turnover does not exceed CHF 100,000.
IT business: Developing an IT company
This entrepreneur must heed intellectual property laws. He/she must protect the copyright for the software he/she develops.
Managing the performance of a start-up
A limited company ( SA) is the legal structure that is best suited to companies that have the potential for high growth.
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