"Know Thyself First

• Take The Business Start-Up Quiz
• How Age Affects Your Business Goals
• Five Reasons For Starting A Business
• Can You Handle Zero Job Security?
• Personal Lifestyle Match-Up -- Does It Fit?
• The Importance Of Where You Are Located
• Money Issues -- When The Going Gets Tough
• Managing Power As A Business Owner
• Can You Handle The Risk?
• Are You In Shape For Your Business?
• How Much Personal Wealth Do You Want?

"Brainstorm Ideas

• What Type of Business Should You Start?
• How Do You Know They Want It?
• Taking The Plunge -- Find Out If You Are Ready
• Running With The Big Dogs In A Competitive Market
• Key Facts About Women-owned Businesses

"Understand the Market

• Deciding On Your Business Type
• Buying An Existing Business

"Start-Up Funding

• How To Contact The Agencies That Will Fund Your Business
• Understanding Accounting
• How Much Do You Charge?
• Getting The Money You Need For Your Business
• Budgeting For Start-Up
• Internet Money Resources for Personal Investing
• Want To Invest Your Money On-Line?

"Know the Right People

• Building Trust
• The Power Of A Local Networking Group
• When To Seek Professional Help -- Hiring Experts