BLOOMFIELD HILLS – If you want to learn how to start a small business, you can talk with a couple of experts on Feb. 15 as the Sloan brotheres, creators of the StartupNation radio show, offer 10 Steps to Open for Business.

What:

Want to start and build your dream business, but don’t know where to begin? It’s as simple as calling in to StartupNation’s free, one-hour Coaching Call. Get direct access to entrepreneurial experts Jeff and Rich Sloan, and have the chance to ask questions specific to your startup venture.

Why:

StartupNation’s Coaching Calls are a monthly forum for those who just have an idea ? for those who are just starting up ? or for those who want to grow their business. Topics address the startup stages outlined in StartupNation’s “10 Steps to Open for Business.” This is a free, online resource that many entrepreneurs use as an invaluable tool to start a business from scratch.

Who:

The Sloan brothers are authors of “StartupNation: Open for Business,” and help you hang your “Open for Business” sign through monthly, live Coaching Calls. The Sloan brothers are nationally-recognized entrepreneurial experts who have helped thousands of people live the dream of owning their own business.

When:

Wednesday, February 15, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. EST/5:00 p.m. PST

Call: 1-800-430-0424 (PIN 0424)

International callers (toll): 503-295-8000 then-800-430-0424 (PIN 0424)

Founded by Jeff and Rich Sloan, StartupNation provides business smarts via a nationally-syndicated radio program and through online content, for entrepreneurs who want to start and build their own business. The Sloan brothers are also authors of “StartupNation: Open for Business,” (Doubleday), have been featured in numerous national publications and frequently appear on national cable television.

For more information, click on StartupNation.Com