Starting a Business

Entering into the world of entrepreneurship can be an exciting yet daunting experience. To help prepare you and your business for success, SBA provides several free online courses. This self-paced, easy-to-use instruction covers a variety of business basics, including how to start an online business, how to write a business plan, how to franchise, and how to adopt technology for business benefits.

  • Online Courses for Starting Your Business

    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. About These...

  • Podcasts

    SBA podcasts offer expert insight and guidance about starting your own business. Whether you’re sitting down to write your business plan, wondering about your legal obligations, or researching your financing options, you’ll find the ...

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