How entrepreneurs are feeling
Starting a business can be an appealing option for laid-off workers - but actually running one is rough in a recession. We polled small business owners to see how they're doing.
Is now the time to launch?
If you were entering the workforce during this recession, would you still want to start a small business?
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| Yes | 45% |
| No | 35% |
| Not sure | 21% |
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Source: From a Fortune Small Business/Zogby International online survey of 755 small business owners, conducted on Jan. 27, 2009.
LAST UPDATE: Feb 27 2009 | 9:45 AM ET
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