Eight Questions To Ask Yourself Before Starting A Business

Have you ever thought of owning your own business?

If so, you have probably thought about the risks you would have to take and the capital you would need to get started.

You may have to write for a grant or take out a loan just to get the business up and running. You may need to purchase equipment, merchandize, a computer, software, secure utilities and a business license. You may need to rent a place to conduct business.

You may need to create a business plan that describes what you plan to do and how you plan to do it.

By having a business plan, you greatly increase the chances that your business will succeed.

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KEY FACT

Nearly 10.4 million firms are owned by women employing more than 12.8 million people, and generating $1.9 trillion in sales.
Source: www.womensbusinessresearch.org

"Go Figure"

According to AgingStats.gov, the Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) will start turning 65 in 2011, making the number of older people in the population even higher between 2010–2030. The older population in 2030 is calculated to be twice as large as 2000.
Source: www.agingstats.gov