Acey Gaspard
Business Opportunities – Finding The Best Match
Choosing the right business opportunity starts with knowing what you’re passionate about, not just chasing profit. This guide walks through five questions to identify your interests, then covers practical ways to turn them into a business — from starting fresh to buying an existing business or franchise.
Buy or Build a Business
Buying an existing business can get you started faster and lower your risk, but it costs more and comes with existing liabilities. This guide covers the real trade-offs, financing options like SBA loans, and concrete steps to take before you buy or build.
Startup Costs Estimation Tips
Estimating startup costs wrong can sink a good business idea or leave you broke before you open. This guide walks through a simple, practical process for estimating one-time costs, monthly costs, and the buffer you need to launch with confidence.
What to Know About Running a Business
Running a business takes more than good instincts — it takes specific, learnable skills. This guide covers what it takes to understand your operation, manage money, market and sell, lead people, and stay disciplined as your business grows.
How To Estimate Profitability and Revenue for Your Business
No one can hand you an exact revenue or profit number before you open your doors. This guide breaks down the real factors — location, marketing, demand, pricing, costs, and sales volume — that shape your numbers, with current benchmarks to measure against.
Running a One-Person Business: Pros, Cons, and When to Hire
Weighing whether to run your business alone or bring on help? This guide breaks down the real pros and cons of staying solo, what hiring actually costs, and how to decide when it’s time to grow your team.
Running a Business From Home vs. a Commercial Location
Thinking about running your business from home instead of a commercial space? This guide breaks down the savings, tax deductions, zoning rules, and trade-offs — plus a checklist and FAQ to help you decide.
Hour 1: Are You In Business For The Right Reason?
Hour 1 of the 9 Hour Small Business Tune-Up walks you through a self-assessment to see if you’re running a business you actually want, then helps you set clear goals and a plan to reach them.
Checklist To Help Make Sure You Have Everything Covered
Starting a business means juggling dozens of tasks, from market research to licensing. This checklist walks through the SBA’s official 10-step framework alongside a detailed action list for planning, legal setup, branding, and launch, so nothing gets missed.