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Taking the Plunge – Tips for Getting over the Fear of Starting a Business

by Moderator on 10-15-2009 08:11 AM

Starting your own business may be one of the biggest risks you will take in your life - and the statistics confirm it. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), two-thirds of new businesses survive for a minimum of two years, with only 44 percent surviving at least four years. But given the right preparedness, planning, and financing, many entrepreneurs do take the plunge and succeed. Here are some tips for making these three factors work for you as you consider starting your own business: Read more...

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