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- Any business depends in part on its relationship with suppliers and service providers
- Finding reliable, competitively priced firms can be a lengthy process
- Referrals, online directories, and other options for forming these relationships
- Some businesses can be started up at the home, while others necessitate a commercial space
- Understanding factors such as zoning rules, tax laws, and practicality when deciding whether to run a business out of the home
- When it makes more sense to purchase a space rather than rent one
- Any business is subject to risks that could wipe it out if adequate protections are not in place
- The different types of business insurance available, and how to decide which one is right for you
- Special considerations for business interruptions and home-based businesses
- The laws governing how a business’s establishment is recorded, with a focus on Connecticut protocols
- Choosing a business structure, registering with the Secretary of State, and other key steps
- Checking for additional regulations at the local or federal level
- Why evaluating your business opportunity is an important first step when deciding whether to launch a company
- Examples of three business ideas that failed and one that was successful
- The characteristics of a great business idea
