The links below take you to the individual sections of SCORE San Luis Obispo's "How to Do Business In San Luis Obispo County," a guide to the important steps in starting your business.  Each chapter is available to be viewed/downloaded individually.

1. Introduction
2. Turning Your Idea into a Business
3. Are You Ready to Start Your Own Business
4. Taking the Necessary Steps to Get Started
5. Marketing Your Business
6. Structuring Your Business
7. Legal Requirements of Your Business
8. Financing Your Business
9. Accounting for Your Business
10. Understanding Taxes
11. Insuring Your Business
12. Attracting, Hiring, and Keeping Good People
13. Utilizing Outside Assistance
14. Writing a Business Plan
15. Appendices (Financial Documents)
16. Resources