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About John A. Troland
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I am a professional accountant, small business consultant and business plan writer with 43 years experience ( I am also listed on allexperts website as a volunteer in the category of Writing Business Plans).I can answer questions on what needs to be done to start a small business; forms of legal organization;financing for the business; need for a business plan; questions related to the purchase of a business; risks and rewards of owning a small business; marketing and promotion questions and questions concerning bookkeeping, accounting and tax considerations when starting a small business

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numerous clients over 43 years in retail, wholesale, service and the
manufacturing sectors

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Starting a Small Business - Jobless with big dreams

Expert: John A. Troland - 10/27/2009

Question
I have a somewhat unique goal. I want to own and operate a nonprofit cemetery. I have a Bachelor’s degree in human services and want to get a Master’s degree in business. I would like to obtain a position in a company or organization which provides funeral, burial, and/grief services in order to learn more about the industry. Can you advise me on how to best pursue my goals.
Thanks

Answer
Teresa: For starters I would suggest you do an extensive net search using key word phrases such as "companies that offer funeral,burial and grief services" and similar phrases. Also I recently heard of an organization, perhaps it is a business - The Bereavement Busters - check them out as well. Also I would suggest you consult with funeral directors in your area. They could offer useful info and perhaps provide leads as well. They could also give you the names of funeral business national organizations and magazine/newsletter publications that could provide leads as well. I am told there is a new designation within the funeral business: the Certified Remover - you may want to achieve this designation.

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