New business survey questions

Here are some sample survey questions that you can use to gather information about a new business:

Demographics

1. What is your age range?
   • 18-24
   • 25-34
   • 35-44
   • 45-54
   • 55-64
   • 65 or older
2. What is your gender?
   • Male
   • Female
   • Non-binary
3. What is your occupation?
   • Student
   • Employee
   • Entrepreneur
   • Retiree
   • Other (please specify)
4. What is your annual household income?
   • Less than $25,000
   • $25,000-$49,999
   • $50,000-$74,999
   • $75,000-$99,999
   • $100,000 or more

Business Information

1. What type of business are you interested in starting?
   • Online business
   • Brick-and-mortar business
   • Service-based business
   • Product-based business
   • Other (please specify)
2. What industry or sector are you interested in?
   • Technology
   • Healthcare
   • Finance
   • Retail
   • Food and beverage
   • Other (please specify)
3. What is your business idea or concept?
   • (Open-ended text field)
4. What is your target market or customer base?
   • Local
   • Regional
   • National
   • International
   • Other (please specify)

Goals and Objectives

1. What are your primary goals for starting a business?
   • Financial independence
   • Pursue a passion or interest
   • Create a work-life balance
   • Build a legacy
   • Other (please specify)
2. What are your short-term goals for the business (next 6-12 months)?
   • Develop a business plan
   • Secure funding
   • Launch a product or service
   • Build a team
   • Other (please specify)
3. What are your long-term goals for the business (next 1-3 years)?
   • Expand operations
   • Increase revenue
   • Build a strong brand
   • Create a sustainable business model
   • Other (please specify)

Challenges and Concerns

1. What are the biggest challenges you face in starting a business?
   • Financial constraints
   • Lack of experience
   • Competition
   • Regulatory hurdles
   • Other (please specify)
2. What are your biggest concerns about starting a business?
   • Risk of failure
   • Time commitment
   • Financial uncertainty
   • Balancing work and personal life
   • Other (please specify)

Support and Resources

1. What resources do you currently use to learn about starting a business?
   • Online courses or tutorials
   • Business books or articles
   • Networking events or conferences
   • Mentorship or coaching
   • Other (please specify)
2. What types of support or resources would you like to see available to help you start a business?
   • Business plan templates
   • Financial planning tools
   • Marketing and advertising guidance
   • Networking opportunities
   • Other (please specify)

Additional Questions

1. Do you have any other comments or feedback about starting a business?
   • (Open-ended text field)
2. Would you be interested in participating in a focus group or one-on-one interview to discuss your business ideas and goals?
   • Yes
   • No

Remember to tailor your survey questions to your specific goals and objectives, and make sure they are clear and concise. You may also want to consider using multiple-choice questions, rating scales, and open-ended text fields to gather a variety of responses.