About Today: Start a Small Business

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Some days, it seems like everyone I know is just about to start their own small business. The businesses themselves range from bars to greeting card companies, but they have one thing in common: They seem to stall out at the idea stage. Why Are You Putting off Starting Your Own Small Business? But why is that? What is it that keeps people from leaving the rat race for good? (Or at least, buying their own rat to race with.) 10 Legitimate Businesses You Can Start for Under $20 10 Steps to Starting a Home Business See More About:  starting a business  being an entrepreneur  starting a business in canada Start a Small Business For me, it's mostly a combination of laziness and terror. The laziness, I'll have to overcome all on my own. The terror, on the other hand can be resolved through careful planning. Homer Simpson Quotes About Business How to Start a Patient Advocacy Business See More About:  business startup  bootstrapping  business ideas 10 Tips for Starting a Small Business That Will Succeed This is the best tip: "Do what you love." You'd be surprised how often I hear people talk about starting businesses they could not be less interested in. At that point, you might as well keep working for someone else! Holistic Business Strategies Start a Small Business: Home Recording Studio See More About:  starting a business  writing a business plan  small business financing Where to Find Money for Your Small Business Of course, the real trick is to find funding. Here's a rundown of possible sources of financing to start your small business. How to Ask Friends and Family for Cash for Your Small Business 4 Reasons People Don't Start a Business See More About:  small business funding  funding sources  business financing Today Ads Small Business Ideas Best Home Business Business Opportunity New Business Homebased Business Featured Articles 5 Free Tax Apps for iPhone Til Death Do Us Part: Romantic Horror Movies The World's Newest Country 10 Great Beet Salads Smart Ways to Spend a Tax Refund Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement