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Before starting

You've decided it's time to expand, but there's plenty to consider before you begin. These resources will help you make sound decisions that work for your business.

• Considerations before expanding your business
  
  http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/4500/
  What changes can you expect as a result of business expansion? Find out what's in store for you and your business.
• Identify opportunities arising from your current business
  
  http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/4501/
  Are you sitting on a golden opportunity for growth? Your current operations may be more fruitful than you think.
• Planning for business growth
  
  http://www.canadabusiness.ca/eng/guide/4502/
  Once you've decided to expand, you'll need a plan of attack. Create an effective strategy to handle growth.
• The challenges of growing a business - and how to meet them
  
  http://www.infoentrepreneurs.org/en/trouver-nos-guides-de-gestion/-/asset_publisher/wXA6/content/view_maximized/defis-du-developpement-d-une-entreprise-et-comment-les-relever?redirect=%2Fen%2Ftrouver-nos-guides-de-gestion
  Learn how to recognize and avoid common growth-related traps to help your business continue to grow and prosper.
• Assess your options for growth
  
  http://www.infoentrepreneurs.org/en/trouver-nos-guides-de-gestion/-/asset_publisher/wXA6/content/view_maximized/evaluer-vos-choix-en-matiere-de-croissance
  Learn how to choose the appropriate strategy for your business, when to implement it and which financial choices are suitable.
• Review your business performance
  
  http://www.infoentrepreneurs.org/en/trouver-nos-guides-de-gestion/-/asset_publisher/wXA6/content/view_maximized/revoir-le-rendement-de-votre-entreprise?redirect=%2Fen%2Ftrouver-nos-guides-de-gestion
  Identify the steps in assessing your business' performance and what you can do to make some desired improvements.