Where do I start in setting up a new business?

[Stevie]

Hi
I plan to startup a local recruitment agency to match people with jobs and have had some initial advice from Business Link.
I believe my unique selling point will be a high level of customer satisfaction though my rates will need to be competitive.
Apart from asking an existing agency who will almost certainly not divulge how to set up a competitor (!), where can I go for info on how to establish a database of clients looking for work and prospective employers?
Thanks TJ

[howtosecret]

Go to the Small Business Administration. They can and will help.