It will be lively, challenging and rewarding. Yet running any small business takes a certain set of skills and resources. Let's look at what you need to start a home-based business and make it a success. First, consider your personality. If you enjoy a stable work environment with a tidy set of rules, think about staying in a structured job.
Planning is a vital skill.
Many small businesses start without one, but the experts agree that a business plan is a key ingredient of success. Your local library has the books you need to get you started. Next, you will want to look at your family picture. Kathy Welkos, a local CPA in a home-based business, is firm that you need financial support. It takes a while to build a clientele.