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STARTING A HOME-BASED BUSINESS

Is It Right for You?

Hundreds of thousands of individuals decide to start a home-based business each year. Many succeed. About 70 percent of all home based businesses are in operation after two years. Before entering this venture, entrepreneurs should consider several key questions… >>-> MORE >>->

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Let the Countdown Begin: A Six-Month Plan for Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur

Aspiring entrepreneurs often wonder how long it takes to get a small business started.  The answer is, “it depends.” Some new enterprises can be up and running in a matter of weeks; others may require several months or more of diligent planning.  Months are more common.  Here’s one approach. >>-> MORE >>->

Award Winners

THREE AREA ENTREPRENEURS WIN

Three entrepreneurs from East Central Iowa were recognized by SCORE Cedar Rapids at its First Annual SCORE ONE Awards during the National and East Central Iowa’s Small Business Week celebrations May 17-23, 2009.  These three businesses distinguished themselves amongst SCORE’s twelve most recent “Success Stories.” The award ceremony took place May 18th at the Clark Alumni House of Coe College.

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Video — What Does It Take?

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO START A BIZ?

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