DTI research debunks myths about small business (Part 2)

Dec 24 2005

Posted by Gordon as Business Concepts, Business Enhancements, Company Formation Tips, General Management, Limited Companies, Off Shore Companies, Partnerships, Tax Free Companies, The Sole Proprietor, UK Companies

In a previous blog entry the newly released research of the Department of Trade and Industry on business myths was discussed. The research, entitled Myths Surrounding Starting and Running a Business, debunked a number of myths about starting and operating a small business. Here are some more myths that the research debunked:

* MYTH: It would take years to start a business from the ground.
* FACT: Most businesses are usually formed within six months.

* MYTH: The rejection for business loan applications is so much higher than it is.
* FACT: Only 10 to 20 per cent of applications are actually rejected.

* MYTH: It is hard to make a living from a start-up.
* FACT: People’s income estimate in their first year of trading is just half of the figure that is really achieved by small businesses.

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