2006-08-21 00:27:32 · 8 answers · asked by loveheartsfree 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* How to Really Start Your Own Business, Fourth Edition by David E. Gumpert
* How to Really Create a Successful Business Plan: Step-by-Step Guide by David E. Gumpert
* What No One Ever Tells You about Starting Your Own Business: Real-Life Start-Up Advice from 101 Successful Entrepreneurs (What No One Ever Tells You About Starting Your Own Business) by Jan Norman
* Business Start-Up Kit by Steven D. Strauss
* Start Your Own Business (Entrepreneur Magazine's Start Up) by Rieva Lesonsky
There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-08-21 03:35:58 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would advise you to start with a small investment. There is no point over committing yourself hoping that you will make the money back.
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2006-08-21 00:35:45 · answer #2 · answered by sanpedro 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the people @ SCORE (Service Core of Retired Executives). They're like small business counselors. Make an appointment with a professional in the field you're looking to follow. Also, check out the US Small Business Administration. Between those two sources you should get the most information.
2006-08-21 00:34:23 · answer #3 · answered by Terry Legendary 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-23 08:19:48 · answer #4 · answered by BevD 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must have a good business plan. Have the finances to follow through and keep the business running for at least a year. And like what you are doing
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2006-08-21 00:57:25 · answer #7 · answered by little.lost 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go here: http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/
2006-08-21 00:33:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋