Starting a Business Guide

Use Illinois workNet as your planning tool to find information and resources for starting your own business or helping your business grow.

This interactive guide from Illinois workNet offers a step-by-step overview of how to start or grow a business in Illinois. It connects aspiring entrepreneurs to essential tools like JobFinder, Illinois JobLink, and virtual job fairs, while also offering planning resources, legal considerations, and access to local support networks. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale, this site is a helpful launchpad for turning your business idea into a reality