Starting a Business Organization in the U.S. (for-profit or nonprofit)
Assembled by Carter McNamara, MBA, PhDCritical Preparation
Before starting a new business (whether nonprofit or for-profit), there is some very important thinking that you really should do. See:Basic Business Planning Guide and Materials
Start a For-Profit or a Nonprofit?
There are some basic considerations to address when making this decision. See:Should I Start a For-Profit or a Nonprofit?
Starting For-Profit Businesses
Starting a for-profit businessStarting Nonprofit Businesses
Starting a nonprofit organizationSources of Additional Assistance
Resources for For-ProfitsResources for Nonprofits
For the Category of Entrepreneurship (For-Profit):
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Starting a For-Profit Business
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Starting New Ventures for a Current Business
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