Small business initiative : Getting started

So you want to open a small business in Salt Lake City? Here are some beginning steps:*

• Research your business
• Questions to ask yourself
  • What kind of space will I need?
  • What is my credit situation like?
  • Do I have the technical skills and practical knowledge to be a successful business owner?
  • How many employees will I need?
  • Will I need financing? If yes, what kind and where can I find it?
  • Do I have any collateral?
  • Do I have a business plan?
  • Have I applied for the appropriate business license/permits?

*See our small business guide for other resources to get you on the right track to starting your own small business.