Starting a Small Business in Tough Times

Starting a Small Business in Tough Times

Got a good idea? Some of the most successful entrepreneurs started by taking a risk during a tough economy. What you need to know...

Unemployment is up. The market is down. And, most forecasts call for more tough times to come. But if you've got the right idea, it could still be a good time to start the small business you've always dreamed of running. We'll consider the prospects, and perils, of striking out on your own.

Guests

Darrell Brown

Executive Director, Washington DC Small Business Development Center at Howard University

Emily Coronado

Director of Small Business Development, Latino Economic Development Corporation

Erin Cribbs

teacher, Croom Vocational High School and part of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship

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stay at home mom, needing additional income...i've recently decided to start selling my photography online. for a nominal fee i can set up my photo's on shutterfly and they will handle all sales, shipping & handling...it's something i can do on the weekends, so hubby can watch kids then pass along link to prospective buyers. cross your fingers for me...Ann

Mon, 08/15/2011 - 12:16pm

I haven't heard anyone talk about the legal liabilities of sole proprietorships. This is a potential disaster!

Mon, 08/15/2011 - 12:39pm
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