Getting Started with a New Business

Starting a business is an exciting adventure! It takes a great deal of time to plan a new business and transform it into a successful, growing enterprise.

The Small Business Administration's check list for a new business includes.....

• Are you a self starter?
• How do you feel about other people?
• Can you lead others?
• Can you take responsibility?
• Are you a good organizer?
• How good a worker are you?
• Can you make decisions?
• Can people trust what you say?
• Can you stick with it?
• How good is your health?

Think about WHY you want to start your own business!

• Are you willing to work long hours without being assured of how much money you will earn?
• What is your business training background?
• Have you worked with someone else as a supervisor?"
• How much money have you saved to begin your new business?
• Do you have experience in a business such as your new business?
• Have you researched businesses like your new business?
• What special licenses will your new business require?
• Have you located a place for your new business?
• What zoning ordinances may effect your new business?

Contact our Economic Development Office for ....... 

                            assistance in answering these questions and......

                                                       help setting up your new business