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If you have a background in teaching and love children, you may be thinking of starting your own nursery school. Before you just jump in, there are some things to consider first.

For one thing, we do mention having a background in teaching because a nursery school is supposed to be different than a daycare facility.

Parents typically expect the activities at a nursery school to be a bit more structured and to accomplish some learning for their child while he or she is there.

While a daycare centre may allow children to simply play freely for the most part and may offer some reading or other activities, a nursery school should have a very focused list of activities for the children so that they are actually learning some basic concepts when it comes to maths, science, reading, and so on.

Obviously it’s important to comply with all legal requirements, so you need to be sure you understand exactly what is required of you to legally run your facility.

How many children are you allowed to have in ratio to the adults? How many need to know basic first aid? The list of requirements might be extensive, so contact your local council and ask about how you can find out the exact requirements for you to run a nursery school.

You may need a substantial amount of money as an initial investment. Parents expect their nursery school to provide toys, teaching aids, materials for artwork, and some even provide lunches and snacks as well.

You will also need to hire some staff, have someone clean the classrooms on a regular basis, and so on. It’s not a cheap business to start!

Of course once you do start a nursery school you’ll need customers. It helps if you have a customer base even before you open up, so you may need to consult with a marketing company on how to make marketing materials, construct a website, and so on.

You can do this on your own but it is a lot of work to get going, and if you don’t have a background in marketing it can be difficult to actually sell your service no matter what you’re offering your customers.

Starting and running a nursery school can be a difficult endeavor but a few years down the road when you’re successful, you’ll see that it was definitely worth it!

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About the Author

Sarah Clark is a freelance author. Her work appears on many websites, including Click Nursery Schools which has detailed information on hundreds of UK nursery schools and kindergartens.

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Everyone has dreamed about starting a business and being their own boss. Most who pursue that dream find only frustration and failure.

Since 1986, as many as nine out of ten new businesses have closed in their first year. According to a recent survey of failed business owners, “lack of planning” was the number one reason listed for new business failure. Other reasons included were: lack of experience, money, and low sales.

Carol Denbow is a retired business owner and author of the book Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss? “I think most people just get tired of feeling used and unappreciated at their jobs. They get their inspiration for entrepreneurship out of frustration. They see a company that they feel could be operated better, and they make the decision to go out and try it themselves. They are sometimes shocked at the overwhelming task of operating and growing a successful business. From lack of planning, and out of total frustration, they close their business and return to their employee status.

It’s really a shame; there are a lot of talented people out there who could possibly build a better company. But their lack of planning from the start closes the door on their odds of success, sometimes before they even open the doors of their new business.”

One of the most important calculations when planning a new business, which most new entrepreneurs grossly underestimate, is their personal cost of living. They list all the expenses their new business will have, but they neglect to recognize the total of their everyday personal expenses. The household bills still show up in the mail box, even though the chance of showing a profit in new business might take up to three years.

According to Denbow, the number one reason people listed for wanting to be self-employed was, “I want to work my own hours.” The time needed to get a new business up and running is a main planning issue also underestimated. New business owners most often need to invest many more hours than they did while working for someone else. Most new entrepreneurs quickly come to realize they have committed to more than the normal forty-hour work schedule. Business owners work an average of sixty hours a week.

Studies show that businesses who do survive longer had more cash up front to invest. Other survival factors included higher education and ten years or more previous experience in their field. Age is also a factor for success. According to a 2002 United States Census Bureau report, most successful business owners are over the age of thirty-five.

Ms. Denbow suggests if you are considering starting up a business of your own, do the proper planning. Research the industry you’re interested in, and see where the closest competition is. Get yourself educated about your new business. Avoid taking large loans to fund your new venture. Instead, keep your business idea in proportion to the amount of money you have to invest. There’s always a way to work out your idea without exceeding your means.

With as many as nine out of ten new businesses closing in their first year, knowing the reasons for those statistics is crucial to starting a successful business. Being self-employed can be gratifying and rewarding. With the right planning, success is achievable.

**Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss? is available through www.Amazon.com and www.Barnesandnoble.com

**Contact the SBA (Small Business Administration) for help on starting a new business at www.sba.gov

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About the Author

Carol Denbow owned and operated three successful businesses in Southern California. After only fifteen years in business, she was able to sell the businesses and comfortably retire at the young age of 42.

Hidden behind the “hard-core” business woman and devoted mom was an author with a book inside. In 2002, Carol finally sat down and wrote the introduction to her first book. Two years later, the first of three new books, “Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss?” was in print fulfilling the need for new business owners to achieve success.

As an established writer, publisher, and book seller, Carol receives numerous requests for assistance from novice writers and faithfully follows up with each and every one of them, helping them to achieve their dreams of becoming successful authors.

Carol now resides with her husband Craig on a small farm near the southern coast of Oregon. In retirement, she enjoys golf, fishing, and of course, writing! Carol is a active volunteer for South Coast Hospice and a member of several writing communities.

Visit Carol’s Website at http://www.BooksByDenbow.weebly.com or the author’s community at http://www.plainandsimplebooks.com

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Long time statistics have shown that 9 out of 10 new businesses fail in their first year. Lack of planning and financial ruin is one of the most common causes. Starting small is a way to insure minimal risk in new business. The founder of Dell computers was a college dropout on a shoe-string budget who started his business out of his garage. One in three computers sold today is a Dell.

The following is a list of just some of the businesses you can start for $500 or less.

1. Housekeeping – Requirements/ household cleaners, mop, broom, vacuum, towels, bucket, business cards – approximate cost $150. Molly Maids is a multi-million dollar business started with a broom, a mop, and quality and reliable service. I can guarantee you that the CEO of Molly Maids doesn’t clean houses any longer.

2. Gardening or landscaping – Requirements/ mower, edger, blower, rake, shovel, clippers, business cards – approximate cost $450. Some education won’t hurt you here, but even without it, how much money did you make mowing the neighbors yard when you were young?

3. Internet sales – Requirements/ computer – approximate cost $500. It’s likely you already have a computer at home so this just might be the cheapest and easiest business to start. It has been estimated that by the year 2020, nearly all retail purchases will be done over the World Wide Web. Getting on the bandwagon now may set you up for a prosperous internet business in the near future. Look into working with “drop ship” companies to avoid up front expense and storage fees.

4. Mobile food service – Requirements/ business cards – approximate cost $30. With a half hour lunch break, employees at many companies have little time to leave work and order lunch. Providing a morning menu for lunchtime delivery can be helpful to these people and provide a good source of income for you. Your job? Call in the order, pick it up, and deliver it; for a fee of course. Delivering 15 lunches to one company at $3 to $5 profit apiece can add up quick. Or how about a hot dog cart at special events?

5. Pool service – Requirements/ pool cleaning supplies, start-up chemicals, brush, net, hose, business cards – Approximate cost $400. States with warmer climates have many homes with swimming pools needing weekly care. Service to numerous homes in the same area can net you a small fortune. Business cards on the door or mailbox lets the homeowner know you are available. It may take some time to get a solid clientele, but be patient; established pool service routes can be very valuable if and when you decide to call it quits.

6. Consulting service – Requirements/ know-how, business cards – Approximate cost $30. What do you know that might be of monetary value to others? Sell your smarts!

7. Delivery service – Requirements/ the car, scooter, or bicycle you may already have/ business cards – Approximate cost $30. A great business within large city limits. Corporations, small businesses, restaurants, etc. may be in need of delivery services. Whether it is paper documents, payrolls, food, or other items, delivery services can be a steady and profitable business.

8. Painter – Requirements/ brushes, rollers, edger’s, towels, tarps, business cards – Approximate cost $200. Visit local hardware stores to let them know you are available for work and will purchase paint through their stores. Their referrals may keep you busy for months at a time.

9. Handyman – Requirements/ basic tools, business cards – Approximate cost $500. Depending on they type of jobs you acquire in this business, a contractors license may eventually be required. Check with your local and state government offices to determine at what point you will need one.

10. Daycare – Requirements/ toys, educational materials, bedding, a safe and clean home, love – Approximate cost $300. This business requires patience and child care experience. If you care for more than three children at one time, it’s likely you will be required to be licensed. Check with your local and state government offices for restrictions and requirements.

Most of these business start-up ideas will require an additional two items you likely already have; an automobile and a telephone. But otherwise, they are super simple and easy to start new businesses suitable for nearly anyone wanting to become self-employed.

The key to having a successful business is to do what you would enjoy doing anyway. Make a list of the things you like to do and follow that with an extended list of ways to make money in a related business. Be creative with your business idea, there are many more options available for you than you probably realize!

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About the Author

Carol Denbow is a business start-up expert and the author of three books including, Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss? (2006). To learn more about this book and how to start and grow a successful business visit http://www.BooksByDenbow.Weebly.com

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Most North Americans may have forgotten that on January, 2000 President Bill Clinton proposed new legislation that would have required all American citizens to obtain a federal gun license. American handgun owners were outraged, as well as manufacturers, dealers and more than a few members of the U.S. Congress.

Although this national-level law would have been something new for the U.S., Canada was already under a countrywide gun law. On December 1, 1998 the Canada Firearms Act of 1995 was finally in full effect. The law in Canada requires that all citizens must have a Possession and Acquisition Licenses (PAL). Canadian gun owners quickly became very familiar with the extra license that they now had to have.

There is a comparatively extensive background check that is run on anyone looking to obtain a gun license in Canada. This helps to eliminate the potential threat from people who have been convicted of a previous gun crime. Also, any persons with a history of certain serious crimes or convictions, and those with mental health issues, have a little chance of receiving a gun license in Canada.

Classes of Firearms as per Canadian Legislation 
Normally, an individual in Canada will have an access to only first two of three possible classes of firearms, because Prohibited one is closed for all individuals since 1995 in Canada unless it is “grandfathered”.

Non-restricted firearms (longguns) are ordinary hunting and sporting rifles and shotguns with an overall length of 660mm or greater. If it is a center-fire semi-automatic firearm, the barrel length must be at least 18.5 in (470mm) to qualify as non-restricted. Certain firearms, although they meet the above criteria, have been classified as “restricted” or “prohibited” by order-in-council.

Restricted firearms (handguns) include all pistols and revolvers with barrel length not less than 4.14 in. (105 mm). Again, some exceptions will apply. An Authorization to Transport (ATT permit) is required to move a restricted firearm from the location where the firearm is registered. 

Prohibited (fully automatic firearms, handguns with barrel lengths under 4.14 in. (105mm), or chambered in  .25 or .32) and a variety of other firearms which have been classified as “prohibited” by Chief Firearms Officer of Canada.

Antique or new, it’s the same
Canada has a population of 31 million people, a little more than one-tenth the U.S. counts. The authorities have, at times, based the number of guns that collectors may have in their possession on notions of population density and “potential impact.” These sorts of restrictions also apply to sportsmen and target shooters, which are categories of gun owners that Canadian Authorities often consider to be covers for people who simply want to own weapons. This is because Canadians must demonstrate a reason to own a gun beyond wanting it for simple self-defense.

In sum, all Canadian firearms owners must have all of their guns registered. This means every gun that is in their possession, no matter the age or the operating condition of the weapon. It is a mandatory rule enforced by the Canadian Firearms Act. Finally, if a Canadian citizen loans a gun to another licensed individual, they must loan the registration certificate as well.  If a citizen is caught without registration of their firearms, the guns will be seized and criminal charges may be filed.

Common Purposes of Acquiring of Guns
Most common purposes of acquiring of firearms by Canadian residents usually will be limited to shooting as sports and hunting activity. After those, employment needs will arise and only after it such needs as protection of your personal life or somebody else’s life.

Last ones, although will be absolutely legal purposes, but will never be broadly and directly supported by Canadian Law, as for example, as it is supported in United States.

Magazine Capacity Limits
Under magazine capacity maximal physical number of the cartridges in the magazine of firearm is understood.

Canadian Government, as any other one as well, will apply federal magazine capacity limits to some certain firearms, meant for civil market use to be all the time stronger in any possible situations of confrontation.

For example, any non-semi-automatic shotguns will be completely unlimited, although any semi-automatic and center-fire firearm will be a subject to only maximum 5 cartridges physically in its magazine.

Any handgun meant for civil use (such as target practicing) will be a subject to 10 rounds in its magazine.

The Examination
Applicants must pass an examination that is given in two parts, a written portion and a practical one. The written test contains multiple choice and true/false questions, most of which are fairly basic, but there will be some tricky questions as well. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to take Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and/or Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) made available through the list of affiliated instructors/examiners.

The practical portion of the exam, of course, is intended to demonstrate your familiarity with the various actions and operations of guns, and main accents will be made on a safe handling of firearms and its ammunition. The goal is to ensure that you can confirm that a firearm is safe whenever you so much as touch it, much less discharge it. The examiners will want to see that you can operate the gun safely: control muzzle direction at all times, locate and engage the safeties, check magazine and the chamber, verify feeding paths, ensure that the bore is clear of any possible obstructions.

After the tests, and notification that you have passed, you will progress to the next step, the actual application process. It is a good idea to learn from the experience of others, so do some Internet research, talk to licensed gun owners, get all the Canadian government information that is available and do your homework in order to avoid any paperwork errors, which can delay or even derail your gun ownership plans in Canada.

Mandatory Waiting Period
Canadian Government has chosen a North American way of conducting of the application process in order to get Federal Firearms Licence for individuals.

Because of the fact that in both countries there is a high level of firearms-related suicides, and unfortunately in Canada it is not just high, but it is a lion’s share (about 81% versus 14% of homicides and just 5% of accidents) Canadian Government applies a provision of the law, being Mandatory Waiting Period.

If in United States you could have heard about the so called “law of ten days”, Canadian Federal Government applies Mandatory Waiting Period about three times longer being 28 days, which applies to any applicant with no exception.

Your application packages will be held for 28 days on purpose by the Federal Government in order to give an additional time for an applicant to “cool down”, just in case he/she wants to use newly purchased firearm against himself or anybody else.

That is why an application process in Canada for PAL License takes about standard one and a half month for an actual license to arrive in mail.

The “spousal notification” rules

As if acquiring the license wasn’t enough, there are other steps that need to be followed before you could even apply for one. Under the law, all Canadians who are planning to apply for a gun license must have their current and/or former spouse or common-law (from the past two years at a minimum) sign the application form, as well.

Any refusal from a spouse, for any reason whatsoever, will result in an investigation by local authorities. In addition to that, the Canadian government has also established the “spousal notification” information line. 1-800-731-4000 is a toll-free number that a spouse can call to express any concerns about an applicant, or report any alleged crimes that may not be in the legal records.

Same telephone line is present for any public safety concerns any person might have against an applicant or current legal gun owner.

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Terra Nova Firm is your one-stop solution coast-to-coast in Canada for all your licensing needs both for Firearms License and Hunting License – no matter where you are! Looking for firearms license Canada? Well Terra Nova Firm.com is the place.

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