2. Now, find out what type of business it actually is. If you chose a small business, it is likely to be a sole proprietorship or some kind of partnership, but which one? If you chose a big company, chances are it is a corporation, but is it public or private? You will most likely have to visit the business’s website to find out. If you selected a business without a website, either choose another company or find another way to answer these questions: What type of business is it? How do you know?