It's our third week into our conversation about being your own boss. I hope you checked out our conversation with the Jones sisters of Jones BBQ and Keith Hall of NASE to hear about the ladies' journey of re-launching their business, and Keith's advice on starting and sustaining your business. If you missed it, no worries - you can view on-demand at www.aarp.org/startabusiness.
For those of you who are still contemplating whether business ownership is right for you, the SBA offers free courses and information to help you get started. Available are free 30-minute online courses on topics including the basics of accounting and marketing and how to write a business plan or prepare a loan application. The courses, which can be taken at any time, also address how to seek government contracts and how to apply for government programs aimed at helping women- and minority-owned businesses. You can the courses at www.sba.gov/course .
As always I want to hear from you. Got a business idea but not sure how to get started; let us know.
