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Start a microenterprise

A microenterprise is a small business run by one person or a few people.

Learn about running a small business in these short videos.

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Running your own business can help you make your own choices and do work you enjoy.

These videos can help you:

  • get started
  • make a plan
  • build your skills
  • learn from others


turn your idea into a real business.

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Step 1: Discovery

Discovery is the first step.

This video will help you learn what kind of business you might like to start.

Watch step 1

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Step 2: Planning

Step two is to make a plan.

This video will help you learn about setting goals.

Watch step 2

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Step 3: Launch

Now it’s time to launch your microenterprise.

Launch is when you start your business.

This video will help you find out how to put your plan into action.

Watch step 3

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Hear from others

Learn how starting a microenterprise has helped other people.

Their stories can give you ideas and inspiration.

Watch their stories