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Business Library

Welcome to our Business Library!

These resources are intended to help you navigate how to start a new business and make informed decisions. You'll find information and insights on a range of business topics, including, popular businesses with low barriers to entry, licensing requirements for barbershops and food trucks, and a business plan template to help you evaluate your idea and create a roadmap to launch the business. 

First Step Alliance has partnered with Harvard Law School, Association for Enterprise Opportunity, and other prominent organizations to make these resources available to returning citizens. Feel free to download any information you may find helpful! 

Popular Business Ideas

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Licensing Guide for Barbershops

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Licensing Guide for Restaurants

Restaurants & Catering

Food Truck Legal Toolkit

Food Truck Toolkit 2

Business Plan Template

Business Plan

Entrepreneurship Readiness Assessment 

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Breaking Barriers to Capital

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Entrepreneurship Online Course

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