Easter Seals Self-Employment Services provides:
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Assessment for self-employment of initial feasibility and key issues, including referrals to local resources
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Individualized assistance in business plan development with a guide to development and referrals to classes or other community resources
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Business plan review and assessment
Questions Easter Seals Self -Employment Services addresses:
Accommodations for Disability issues
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Can the design of the work site and equipment accommodate the disability?
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Is the business and activities required to operate this business appropriate for my disability?
Self-Employment as the best option
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Do I have or can I acquire the necessary skills and knowledge?
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Am I prepared for the challenges and time required to operate a business?
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Do I have emotional, mental, and financial support from friends and family?
A feasible business idea
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What kind of business will it be and who is the competition?
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Is there a market for the product or service and can that market be reached?
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Can my business plan be evaluated and updated?
Financing Self-Employment
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What are my personal finances and credit options in relation to funding self-employment?
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How much I have to make in order to break even and make a profit?
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Do I have sufficient funding to start a business?
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What are realistic business income goals?
Background research
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What legal issues affect my business?
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Do I have a “team” of support, with friends, family, professional groups, and mentors?
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Will my business income affect my disability income or other government supports or programs?
For more information on Easter Seals Wisconsin Self-Employment Services, contact Julie Jensen at 1-920-431-0843 or email us.
