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The Entrepreneurial Archetype |
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Methods of Getting Into Business |
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Research, Research, Research |
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Planning Primer for New Entrepreneurs |
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Not-for-Profit Corporation |
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Handling Corporate Formalities |
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Limited Liability Company (LLC) |
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Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) |
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Business Start-Up Details |
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Local County and City Permits |
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Start-Up Details Checklist |
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Your Duties as an Employer |
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Fair Employment Practices |
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Safety and Health Regulations |
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Environmental Regulations |
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Employer Duties Checklist |
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Sources of Business Assistance |
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Successfully Marketing Your Product or Service |
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Public Relations or Marketing First? |
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Define Your Key Audiences |
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Build a Public Relations Strategy |
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How to Market Your Positive Image |
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Get Help Before You Begin |
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Essential Components of a Smart Plan |
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Obtaining the Financing You Need |
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Some Factors a Lender Will Consider |
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Essential Finance and Accounting Methods |
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Types of Accounting Systems |
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Effective Human Resources Management |
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Alternatives to Hiring Employees |
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Your Company's Policy and Procedures |
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Monitoring Your Employees' Performance |
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Your Disciplinary Action Policy |
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Workers' Compensation Insurance |
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Managing Your Incoming Mail |
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Avoiding the Telephone Traffic Jam |
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Personal Information Managers |
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Get to Know the Demographics of Idaho |
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Incentives for Doing Business in Idaho |
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Research and Development, Financing, and Support Services |
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| Appendix A Forms You'll Need to Get Started |
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| Appendix B Federal Agency Contacts |
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| Appendix C State and Private Agency Contacts |
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| Appendix D State Loan Programs |
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| Index |
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