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How to Write a Business Plan for an Outpatient Medical Practice

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Here’s a brief example: The problem : There is a lack of affordable pediatric and gynecological care available in coastal areas of Lane County, Oregon. The solution : Dr. Gardner plans to open Ocean Lane Outpatient Care to serve smaller Oregon coastal communities scattered outside of major towns with major hospitals. Company overview.

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The Latest Questions Small Businesses Are Asking

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A venture feasibility study analyzes an idea from several perspectives: market opportunity, competition, resources available, resource gaps, financial viability, operational issues, intellectual property rights, development timeline and technology needs. Do I need to hire a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for my small business?

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How to Hire the Best Attorney for Your Small Business

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Hiring professionals for a small business is an important process. Have you hired legal help for your small business? The best attorney for your business will depend on what the legal needs are for your company. The right attorney can save your business money and time in dealing with complex legal matters.

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How to Start a Clothing Company

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In addition, the licensing you’ll need will vary by state; in Oregon, for instance, as there is no sales tax, business licenses serve as a substitute for a sales tax ID. Determine how you plan to handle any intellectual property concerns. Why You Should Care about Intellectual Property. Step 7: Hiring employees.

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28 Entrepreneurs Discuss Why they Started Their Businesses

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Prior to crowdSPRING, I was producer and production manager in the film and television industry and Ross was an attorney in private practice specializing in intellectual property. I re-ignited Anvil as consultancy, but I wasn’t quite ready to hire employees yet. Thanks to Kent Lewis, Anvil Media. #4

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How to Start a Brewery

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and the fourth largest in its home state of Oregon, after powerhouse brands such as Deschutes, Rogue, and Full Sail. This would be the architect, business lawyer, intellectual property attorney, banker, insurance broker, real estate agent, label maker, hop grower, malt supplier, tank fabricator, and accountant.”. he explains.

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How to Start a Brewery: Growing Your Own Craft Beer Business

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Most small businesses and startups that are looking to grow— hire a new employee , or buy a new piece of equipment, or open a new location —need to think hard about cash flow, or making sure they have enough money in the bank to meet payroll and other financial obligations. Hire the right team. Martin Cove Brewing Company.

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