Thinking of Starting Your Own Business 

Understanding the basics for starting a small business? This workshop hosted by experienced counselors will discuss and give you a clear understanding of what it takes to start your own business, and be successful.

Key topics discussed are:

• What business Structure is best for you.
• What licenses and registrations are required?
• What insurance do I need to consider?
• What tax issues do I need to address?
• The importance of a sound financial and business plan.
• Why cash flow is so important to a small business.
• What is the best way for you to get into business (start from scratch, franchising, buy existing).
• Why do so many businesses fail and what can I do to avoid this.
• Setting expectations.