Small business startup advice is easy to find. But getting good advice from someone who has actually been involved in a small business startup?
That's a different story.
I know how frustrating it is thinking about starting a small business -- but not knowing what to do or where to begin. I learned (often the hard way) what it takes to start up a business -- and what it takes to put it all on the line and make the move.
Sure, you can get business advice anywhere -- in magazines, websites and even from the government. But it's funny how most of that advice comes from people who have never started a business of their own.
Small business ideas and opportunities
I truly believe you should do what you love and not start a business just to start a business. However, you can't look forever, so here's a good starting point. Check out my growing list of small business ideas to help your startup.
Marketing Your Small Business
One of the biggest reasons any business will fail is a lack of marketing. Or should I say a lack of "good" marketing? Learn what works and what doesn't for small business startup marketing.
Make Your Business Legal
Real business needs to be legal and registered with each state and with the IRS. That means you'll pay taxes as a business and get certain tax breaks as a business. But are there benefits to incorporating verses being a sole proprietor? Read about the pros and cons of incorporating.
Money for your Small Business
Hopefully, you've come to realize that nothing can be done without money. You need it to start. You need it to grow. In fact, you need it to live! Some of the answers you may be looking for may include "are small business grants really available?" and "how much do you charge for a product or service?" Find out more about money for your small business.
Small business startup plans
Do you need a plan? Of course, you do. But it's a question of how formal it needs to be and what you're going to use the plan for. You need to answer some questions before you determine how much time and effort you need to invest into developing a small business plan.
Startup a small business on the internet
At no other time in the history of the world did anybody and everybody have a chance to start a business until the world wide web made it possible. The internet gives everyone a chair, a computer and the will a chance to make a living from home. Here are three ways you can get started with your own internet business.
Advice only takes you so far.
The ball is in your court.
This isn't a site that promises to show you the secret to millions. There are no tricks. No shortcuts. I've studied ideas and opportunities for years and I still haven't found anything that gets you rich overnight.
It isn't that hard once you get rolling. And no, it's not easy, either. But if you work at it, set realistic goals, and promise yourself you're going to do it -- you will.
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