I don't know where to begin!
2007-01-09 15:55:39 · 6 answers · asked by moral_idiot 2 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.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
Restaurant Specific:
* The Restaurant Business Start-up Guide by Paul Daniels
* Restaurants That Work: Case Studies of the Best in the Industry by Martin E. Dorf
* Restaurant Financial Basics by Raymond S. Schmidgall
* Opening a Restaurant or Other Food Business Starter Kit: How to Prepare a Restaurant Business Plan and Feasibility Study by Sharon Fullen
* Upstart Guide Owning & Managing a Restaurant by Roy S. Alonzo
* The Restaurant Managers Handbook: How to Set Up, Operate, and Manage a Financially Successful Food Service Operation by Douglas Robert Brown
Business Plan Specific:
* Writing a Convincing Business Plan by Arthur R. DeThomas Ph.D., Lin Grensing-Pophal
* The Definitive Business Plan: The Fast Track to Intelligent Business Planning for Executives and Entrepreneurs (2nd Edition) by Richard Stutely
* The Complete Book of Business Plans: Simple Steps to Writing a Powerful Business Plan (Small Business Sourcebooks) by Joseph A. Covello
* The One Page Business Plan with CD-ROM by James T., Jr. Horan
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!
2007-01-10 04:57:35 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you taken any business courses? If not, that's where you should start. If you don't want to pursue a degree, community colleges offer small business advice forums that may last a weekend or two. A lot of times these forums are taught by retired business people who have a wealth of information under their belt. They can help with everything from developing a business plan to sales and marketing.
Another place to look for business advice is your local Chamber of Commerce. These also have business people that love to give advice because they want new businesses to succeed. After all, successful businesses are good for the city and community.
Good luck!
2007-01-09 16:07:25 · answer #2 · answered by suede_blueyes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
contact the Small Business Administration
2007-01-09 15:59:16 · answer #3 · answered by cinquefoil_solis 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
first off all you should know that how much money you have. then find a good place. good place is very important in business. when you find figure about the minimum prices that you can give your rent. then find workers and begin to your work.. good luck in your new work
2007-01-09 22:22:59 · answer #4 · answered by Freestyler 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the first thing to do is the market research if your idea seems to be liked, then move on to the business plan, you´'ll need the info anyway and It'll save you a lot o money
2007-01-09 16:02:09 · answer #5 · answered by deceiverII 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-10 01:30:49 · answer #6 · answered by Steph M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋