I.84 Demonstrate How to Start a Small Business

After mastering I.84, your students should be able to answer the following questions:

  • What is the basis of a small business?
  • Why might someone want to start a small business?
  • What might someone not want to start a small business?
  • What are some common mistakes beginners make when starting their own businesses?
  • What are the four major types of businesses?
      1. Internet-based services
      2. Retail sales
      3. Service-based
      4. Business-to-business sales
  • What are some sources of information on market research?
  • What are some things to consider when doing market research?
  • When doing a market analysis, what should be determined?
      • Product/service to be provided
      • Price
      • Place of business
      • Promotional ideas
  • What should you consider when naming a business?
  • What is a name search and why should you do it?