E-COMMERCE OPTIONS
No longer is an office, store, or factory necessary. Instead,
sellers or services can serve customers through online transactions.
Technology has reduced barriers to entry for new
competitors in many industries. In the past, an entrepreneur
would have to rent a store, hire employees, obtain inventory,
and advertise when starting a business. Now, a
person can begin operations with a computer. Contacting
suppliers, promoting the company, and filling orders can all
occur online.
To obtain assistance about starting a business, contact a
lawyer, local banker, accountant, or insurance agent.
Additional information about running your own business
may be obtained from the Small Business Administration
(www.sba.gov), the Association for the Self-Employed
(www.nase.org), Startup Journal (www.startupjournal.
com), and SCORE (www.score.org).