You're ready to take your business to the next level. You've got a great idea, you've raised money from investors, and now you want to make sure that your startup looks like a real company - not just another struggling startup trying to make it in this crazy world of ours.

Make your office a fun place to work

To make your office a fun place to work, you need to make sure it is clean, tidy and well-lit. It also needs to be comfortable for employees to sit in for long periods of time. In addition, you'll want the right equipment for your employees' jobs; if they're doing something technical or creative (like designing websites), then they'll need computers with fast internet connections. You should also have plenty of snacks and drinks available so that people don't get hungry while they're working hard!

Use a professional email address

• Avoid using personal email addresses. You want to make sure that your business is taken seriously and a personal domain may not be the best way to do that.

• Don't choose a domain that's too long or too short. You want something easy to remember, spell, type and read in general so don't go overboard with numbers or letters at the end of it (unless they're part of your company name).

• Choose an appropriate name for yourself as well--one that matches up with what you do!

Get a logo and business cards that look great

When you're starting out, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of getting your business off the ground. You want to get everything done as quickly as possible and see your hard work pay off with profits. But one thing that can really help set an established company apart from a new one is how professional it looks--and that starts with its logo and business cards.

When choosing these two important pieces of branding material, think about how they'll make people feel when they see them for the first time: Do they convey professionalism? Would someone walk away from seeing them thinking "That looks like something my friend started up"? Or will they instead think "Wow! This person is going places!"

Hire an accountant who knows how to manage startups

Hiring an accountant who knows how to manage startups is one of the most important things you can do for your business. When you're just starting out, it's easy to overlook all of the little details that make a big difference in growing your startup and making sure everything runs smoothly.

Asking an accountant with experience in startups what to look for when hiring one will ensure that your finances are in good hands moving forward:

• Look for someone who understands how businesses like yours operate--and keep looking until they do. An accountant who doesn't know anything about startups won't be able to help properly prepare taxes or offer advice on other financial matters (like raising capital). They also won't be able to advise on tax law changes or offer guidance on how best to use those laws when creating contracts with partners and clients alike.

Employee handbook

Have an employee manual that covers all aspects of running the company - from how to handle customer service to how to do PR outreach.

A company manual is an important document that should be created early on in your business life. It will help you clearly communicate expectations and guidelines to employees, as well as set a tone for how they interact with customers and other people outside the company (like journalists).

The first thing to consider when creating a manual is what information it should contain. This depends on what kind of business you're running and what type of work everyone does on a regular basis--you don't need every single detail spelled out in the employee handbook if there aren't many specific policies or procedures that apply only to certain employees.

Professional photos

Take professional photos of your team members. If you're not a photographer, ask someone experienced for quality corporate headshots in Sydney to do them for you. A photographer can help you choose the best location and pose for each person in your team. They can also take candid photos that show who your team members really are — not just their faces but also their personalities. This will help potential customers relate to them better and see that they're real people behind the business they're running.

Don't skimp on insurance policies that protect your business and its employees

Insurance policies are important for any business, especially startups. You're probably already aware of this, but it's worth reiteration: Make sure you have the right insurance in place before opening your doors.

As with other areas of your startup, spending money on insurance can be one of the best investments you make as an entrepreneur. Insurance will protect both you and your employees from financial loss due to accidents or illness; it also provides peace of mind that comes with knowing that if something goes wrong, someone else will take care of it (and not leave you holding all the bills).

The amount of money spent on insurance should depend on how much risk there is in running your business--the more dangerous or risky activities involved with running a particular company (for example: working at heights).

The key is to be consistent and intentional with these things so they become part of your company's culture. 

But if you keep working on these items over time--and remember that they're not just about making yourself look good but also improving your work life--then before long people will start taking notice!