Muskegon Area Chamber of Commerce pushing for new business startups

Click here to read an inspiring article from the Muskegon Chronicle profiling a new startup business in Muskegon, MI.

Included are business tips for beginners:

"Bob Scolnik, a Muskegon County commissioner who has owned several businesses, suggests:

• New business owners must not be looking for instant gratification; profits must be reinvested in the business for long-term growth.
• As the business grows, live simply and cheaply, putting resources of time and money into growing the business.
• Be prepared to work long, hard hours as business ownership is not for those just wanting to "punch the clock."

Jennifer Cross, owner of Continuity, a new business, suggests:

• Take the time to write a comprehensive business plan.
• Build a growing network of family and friends to develop the business and bring in customers.
• Be realistic; not every idea is bound for business success."