Business Start - up Introduction

Getting your business going

Starting up a small business gives rise to new experiences and endless questions. A good place to start is the Business Start-up Frequently Asked Questions. As a new business owner, whether you are hiring employees or operating a self-employed business, you will want to know the regulations that might affect your business.

The Start-up checklist will assist you in the steps required to get your business operating. The exercise of preparing a business plan is critical in helping you gain an understanding of how your business venture will operate in the marketplace. Your business plan will act as a roadmap for your business, from start-up to growth and expansion.

The process of market research is an ongoing activity that keeps you up-to-date on your business, the industry you are in and the customers you are serving.

Running a business involves many expenses that require up-front financing to keep it operating smoothly. Financing your business effectively involves knowing about financial arrangement options, and which lenders to approach.