Do you have what it takes to start your own business? Find out below by taking a quiz from the U.S. Small Business Administration. Plus, consult our resource guide for in-depth how-tos and expert advice on starting a successful business.
1. Writing a Business Plan
SCORE: Start-Up Business Plan Printable Template
Internal Revenue Service: Guide to Starting a Business
2. Raise Capital
Inc.com: Angel Investor Directory
BusinessWeek.com: Rules for Raising Capital
3. Manage Your Finances
Entrepreneur.com: The Basics of Money Management
Quicken Home and Business Software
4. Do the Paperwork
Internal Revenue Service: Checklist for Starting a Business
5. Market Your Business
Toolkit.com: Marketing Your Small Business
6. In-Depth Guides
The Wall Street Journal: Center for Entrepreneurs
Inc. Magazine: Guide to Starting a Small Business
Internal Revenue Service: Guide to Starting a Business
Small Business Administration: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started
Small Business Administration: Online Women’s Business Center
Entrepreneur.com: Startup How-to Guides
Nonprofit Business Association Women Entrepreneurs Inc.
7. Cool Online Tools
Forbes.com: Entrepreneur’s Toolkit
12 Websites You Need To Be Using As An Entrepreneur
