Sponsored by the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center. Attending this class may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business because lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail. Topics for discussion include: personal, market, and financial feasibility; legal obligations for your business; estimating start-up costs and cash flow projections; financing alternatives; failure factors; and business planning. Presented by an experienced business professional, the course includes a detailed business start-up guide and other valuable handouts. Tuesday, September 23, 2011 6:00pm-9:00pm Macon SBDC Office Pre-Registration Fee: $69.00