I am about to start my very own small scale business. However, there is a huge problem I cannot seem to solve. My business has two aspects: the business side and the technical side. I am more than capable of handling the business side of things however the technical side is out of my control. I understand it, however understanding theory and putting those tasks in action are a problem.

My small business is on the edge of uniqueness and similarity and hence I don't want my technical staff to abandon me if they believe that they can have more benefits elsewhere or decide to start a similar business like my own. How do I make my employees stay and honor their agreements when the business takes off?