Starting a Business in Maine Guide and Resource Manual to accompany The Maine Public Broadcasting Network’s TV and Video Series on Entrepreneurship

This guide was designed to accompany the video series as a resource for entrepreneurship educators and entrepreneurs themselves. Inside you will find summaries of the programs, learning objectives, discussion questions, and valuable resources that include web links and contact information for organizations specializing in supporting start-up ventures and small business development in Maine. Download the complete guide ,or download section below:

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Introduction

Program I. Do You Have What It Takes?                      
         Characteristics of the Entrepreneur
         Creating Ideas for Your New Venture

Program II.  Will Your Idea Work?
         Determining the Feasibility of Your Ideas
         Developing Your Business Plan

Program III.  Marketing Your Business
         Developing the Marketing Strategy for Your New Venture
         Employing Guerilla Marketing Techniques

Program IV.  Financing Your Business
         Preparing the Financial Plan
         Finding Money to Launch Your New Business

Program V.  Do You Need a Business Team?
         Organizing the Founding Team vs. Going Solo
         Building the Virtual Organization

Program VI.  Surviving and Growing Your Business
         Surviving the Early Stages of Your New Venture
         Managing the Growth of Your Business