WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO START A BUSINESS?

General business start-up activities include but are not limited to:

1. Determine the business you want to start and assess:
   1. Your qualifications for that business
   2. The feasibility of making that business profitable.
2. Assess your customer base, market base and know your competitors.
3. Develop a business plan that outlines the key aspects of your business venture.
4. Seek technical assistance to develop the business plan.
5. Determine the costs associated with starting your business and project these costs for a period of at least 3 years.
6. Determine the licensing and/or registration requirements at both the local and state level based on the type of business you are considering.

Resources:

U.S. Small Business Administration

New Jersey District Office
Two Gateway Center Suite 1501
Newark, NJ
Phone: (973)-645-2434
Fax: (973)-645-6265