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Starting Your Own IT Business





You may have a great idea - an idea that could become a successful business. But you have to start somewhere, and if you have never started or operated a business, all the details may appear daunting. These resources can help you identify and organize your ideas, then establish the foundation that can make you business work. But don't lose track of the idea - it is your idea and your energy and enthusiasm that are key to making your new business survive and thrive! This listing contains specific info for regions of the state, women, minorities and specialized subjects including patents.

Note that this list is provided solely for informational purposes. Listing here implies no recommendation or endorsement of any commercial product or service. Web sites listed represent classes of resources you might find on the Web with further searching.

Basic Principles for Starting a Business

Small Business Administration (SBA) and Other Federal Resources

Ohio Government Sites for Helping Establish a New Business

Starting a Business in Your Region

Starting a Business in an IT Field

Business Plan Resources for Starting a Business

Weblogs about Starting and Running an IT Business

Starting a Business - Resources for Women

Starting a Business - Resources for Minorities

Patents and other Intellectual Property Issues

General Info

Controversy on Software Patents