Small Business Development Center

Want to Start a Business?

Are you an entrepreneur? Do you have a great business idea and do not know what to do with it? Maybe you know that you want to start a business but do not know what kind of business you want to pursue. Before taking action with your idea planning is key.

Understanding your market and developing a business plan is vital to the success of your business.

If you are a start up business it is highly recommended to attend one of our “Business Start-Up Basics” workshops. The workshop is free and will provide you the tools to effectively plan for your business start-up.

Start-up guides for starting a business

• Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
• BusinessLaw.Gov
• U.S. Small Business Administration SBA
• DCEO Business start-up and management guide

If you are researching which business that you want to pursue, DCEO offers an online business library. The library provides comprehensive information to specific business industries.