When you are expecting a baby, you take advise from friends and family but depend on professional help for prenatal care, birthing, post natal care and pediatrics.

Prognosis of your new business venture too might be different if you let the friends and family help, but depend on professional help on pre-start up, start up and early months.

During the early days and months your business will need a lot of attention and care. Unless you have done this before or you are under the care of a franchisor, you may find it a bit overwhelming.