Ready, Set, Drone – 8 Steps to Starting Your Drone Business Drone MBA

Hi friends. This is a portion of the audio for a training event I held to help you get started with your drone business. If you would like the full video recording along with the presentation file, you can request free access here: https://www.flyelectricmonarch.com/readysetdrone/







Show Notes:







Segment 1: Introduction to the Drone MBA Methodology (00:00:00 - 00:02:00)









* Dr. Heather introduces the episode as an audio version of a webinar on the Drone MBA methodology.







* The eight steps of the Drone MBA Methodology are outlined:



* Discover Your Niche







* Research the Market







* Organize Your Business Planning







* Navigate Certifications and Regulations







* Establish Business Operations







* Master Digital Marketing







* Build Your Brand and Community Presence







* Adapt and Innovate













Segment 2: Step 1 - Discover Your Niche (00:02:00 - 00:04:00)









* Discussion on the importance of identifying a niche in the drone business.







* Examples of starting in real estate photography and expanding beyond.







* Advice on leveraging personal contacts and industry knowledge to identify potential niches.









Segment 3: Step 2 - Research the Market (00:04:00 - 00:06:00)









* How to research and analyze the drone market.







* Tips for using Google Trends, job boards, and competitor analysis to assess market demand.







* Encouragement to look for opportunities even if there are no direct competitors.









Segment 4: Step 3 - Organize Your Business Planning (00:06:00 - 00:09:00)









* The importance of creating a basic business plan.







* Key elements to consider in your plan, such as business name, services, pricing, and profit goals.







* The need for flexibility and adaptation in your business planning.









Segment 5: Step 4 - Navigate Certifications and Regulations (00:09:00 - 00:12:00)









* Discussion on the necessity of complying with local and national drone regulations.







* Guidance on understanding drone pilot certification requirements.







* The importance of staying updated on changing regulations and privacy laws.









Segment 6: Step 5 - Establish Business Operations (00:12:00 - 00:16:00)









* Setting up payment processing systems for your drone business.







* The significance of contracts and statements of work to protect your business interests.







* Maintenance schedules and proactive maintenance to ensure smooth operations.









Segment 7: Step 6 - Master Digital Marketing (00:16:00 - 00:21:00)









* Introduction to the Drone Digital Dominance Method.







* Detailed explanations of various digital marketing components, including SEO, PPC, branded websites, email marketing, reputation management, thought leadership, and continuous improvement.







* Emphasis on tailoring digital marketing strategies to the UAS industry and targeting specific audiences effectively.









Segment 8: Step 7 - Build Your Brand and Community Presence (00:21:00 - 00:25:00)