It’s hard to believe 2021 is almost over—but here we are. And if you’ve been thinking about starting a small business for a while, then the upcoming year could be the perfect time. But I totally get that it can be hard to know where to start, so let’s walk through five important tips that will help you make that small-business dream a reality in 2022. Define Your Why The purpose behind your business will fuel you when times get tough (and they will). So, take plenty of time to get quiet, journal if that’s your thing, and reflect on why this business idea is important to you—and how it could help people out there in the marketplace. Trust me, once you have clarity on this, the rest of the steps get a whole lot easier. Make a Business Plan Now it’s time to start the planning stage. Here are …