This article is from Lafayette Online.

“In an economy shedding jobs, some unemployed people might think it’s time to become their own boss. Before they go to work for themselves, they’ve got another job to do: develop their business idea, said Maria Marshall, a Purdue University agricultural economist and rural business development specialist.

Starting a business isn’t as simple as it might seem, Marshall said. Prospective entrepreneurs should consider the type of product or service they plan to offer, the market for that product or service, and how much revenue they will need to keep their business afloat, she said. A Purdue University online resource can help.” Read rest of article.

This article is from Jacksonville Business Journal.

“After being told his contract with Bank of America Corp. would expire Feb. 20, 10-year software engineer Jason Parrish decided that rather than file for unemployment, he would file for a new business. Parrish is among many emerging entrepreneurs whose careers are in industries heading down the winding road of short-term contracts, pay cuts and layoffs.” Read rest of article.

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This article is from Retirement Revised.

“According to the latest figures from AARP, 16.4 percent of age 50+ workers are self-employed, compared with 10.2 percent of the overall workforce, and people aged 45 to 54 make up the fastest-growing group of new business owners in the U.S.

But people 50 and over need to be very clear on what they do and don’t want when selecting a post-corporate career as a small business owner.” Read rest of article.

This article is from Articles24.com

“There is a lot that needs to be considered when trying to figure out where to start or what to in the process of starting your own business. Consulting will get you places but beware of the pseudo-consultants who act like they have been helping people establish their business by mere rhetoric. Banks for example have employed people who assist you in starting a business and advise you on the measures to take and what to avoid and keep in mind.” Read rest of article.

This article is from Milearn Online Tutorials.

“Case studies in surviving and thriving in recessionary times- Part 1

Statistics are abound in detailing the effectiveness and necessity of having a healthy economic foundation in which to attract individuals into launching small business start-ups. A recent and timely study by the Kauffman Foundation-funded U.S. Census Bureau illustrates that job growth is essential for economies to rebound. The study indicates that business start-ups have historically been a driving force in job creation and sustaining economic activity even during times of downturn.” Read rest of article.