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Starting a business can be a great opportunity for many people with disabilities. In addition to meeting career aspirations and goals, owning your own business can provide benefits such as work flexibility and financial stability. This page offers resources to help ...
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Adopting environmentally friendly and energy efficient business practices provides numerous benefits to new business owners looking to control costs, attract customers and become socially responsible.
The following 10 steps will help you develop an environmental ...
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You're familiar with paying personal taxes. As a small business owner, you'll need to pay business taxes as well. All businesses are required to pay federal, state, and in some cases, local taxes. Most businesses will need to register with the U.S. Internal ...
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Each year, more than 10 million people consider starting a business. Of them, only three million people take the plunge and start a business. It's one of the most exciting endeavors that any person can undertake.
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By Dennis Byrne
Years ago I left my job with a major energy company that had reorganized. Like some of my colleagues who were also searching for opportunity in equally green or greener pastures I looked into owning my own small business. Unlike my Mom, who owned ...
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In the first months of opening your business, you’ll need to make many important decisions. But you don’t have to make every decision on your own. Ultimately, you’re responsible for you business, but you can always consult a mentor for advice. ...
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