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Are You Stepping Over FREE Money?

Most businesses seem to ignore the obvious source of funds -- government grants. The prime offenders are small businesses.

Sure there is a little bit of paper work, but there's also paper work if you borrow money from the bank to fund your business.

But unlike the bank loan, you don't have to pay a grant back.

The editors have some friends who applied for a grant, and it seems that this was a very large pool of money available, but there were too few applicants so there was money unclaimed. Their request was for a large sum to provide a technology service to rural areas. Just so happened there was an EPA grant for exactly the service they were providing.

Here's a link to get a Federal Grant Funding CD that has many, many grant programs you can take advantage of. There is no cost. No commitments. No obligation.

Don't procrastinate. Check it out now. Get the free Grant CD here

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Starting a business is one of the most exciting journeys an individual can take. Over ten million people each year consider starting a business. As a result, more than three million new small businesses are started annually. 

Is Entrepreneurship For You?

	In business, there are no guarantees. There is simply no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a small business - but you can improve your chances of success with good planning, preparation, and insight. Start by evaluating your strengths and weaknesses as a potential owner and manager of a small business. Carefully consider each of the following questions: Are you a self-starter? It will be entirely up to you to develop projects, organize your time, and follow through on details. How well do you get along with different personalities? Business owners need to develop working relationships with a variety of people including customers, vendors, staff, bankers, and professionals such as lawyers, accountants, or consultants. Can you deal with a demanding client, an unreliable vendor, or a cranky receptionist if your business interests demand it? How good are you at making decisions? Small business owners are required to make decisions constantly - often quickly, independently, and under pressure. Do you have the physical and emotional stamina to run a business? Business ownership can be exciting, but it's also a lot of work. Can you face six or seven 12-­hour workdays every week? How well do you plan and organize? Research indicates that poor planning is responsible for most business failures. Good organization ­ of financials, inventory, schedules, and production ­can help you avoid many pitfalls. Is your drive strong enough? Running a business can wear you down emotionally. Some business owners burn out quickly from having to carry all the responsibility for the success of their business on their own shoulders. Strong motivation will help you survive slowdowns and periods of burnout. How will the business affect your family? The first few years of business start­up can be hard on family life. It's important for family members to know what to expect and for you to be able to trust that they will support you during this time. There also may be financial difficulties until the business becomes profitable, which could take months or years. You may have to adjust to a lower standard of living or put family assets at risk in the short-term.