Starting a business? Use you're resources
Starting
a new business can be extremely overwhelming if you don't know where to
go and who to ask for help. There is no shortage of people wanting to
help you start your business, but it's not always free. Luckily,
thanks to the Internet and local resources, you can not only find the
answers, but possibly find a mentor or guidance from experts who have
been in business for years, and not have to pay a single penny. Below
are some great resources that are often overlooked or forgotten.
Online Resources
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Powered by small business owners like yourselves and hosted by one
the nations largest and most powerful banks , Bank of America, this
forum based resource center provides small businesses and would-be
business owners a great resource to post common questions about running
your business, money matters, and business opportunities. The site
also has great articles written by users and provides a great platform
to "tell your story."
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Swap
ideas, find expertise, and access resources to help grow your
business. The OPEN Forum, hosted by American Express, provides
informative videos, articles, expert blogs, and more, collected from
the web to help you grow your business. Read success stories and
advice from other business owners, learn about local businesses, all
while publicizing your business and creating new networking
opportunities.
Local/Regional Resources
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SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" is a nonprofit
association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and the formation,
growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE provides free
and confidential business start up counseling via face-to-face
meetings, online workshops, and online counseling. Find a Local SCORE Office
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One
of the most under-utilized resources when it comes to business. When
most people here SBA, they automatically think loans and financing;
however, the SBA has formed smaller agencies within its umbrella to
provide additional services to current and potential business owners.
A great resource is the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). The
SBDC can help you create a business plan, work on obtaining financing,
create a marketing plan, and most importantly guide you through each
step of the process. Find a Small Business Development Center
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As most (well hopefully most) business owners and potential owners
know, networking is the key to success. One of the best ways to meet
new people is to join your local Chamber of Commerce. If you've
considered joing the local Chamber of Commerce, you've probably been to
their site and haven't found too much information on starting a
business. Unlike its smaller partners, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce,
has great tools for current and potential business owners, and most of
them are accessible without having to pay a penny! Some of the great
tools include the Small Business Toolkits for starting your business,
sales and marketing, hiring, security, and many more topics. Also be
sure to check out the Small business library containing forms,
articles, and documents for every topic relating to business
imagineable!
Remember, there's a vast amount of resources available to you when
starting your business, just make sure to take your time, research, and
be confident in the moves your make! Success is inevitable!
From your friends at Pirani Marketing Group, Inc. www.piranimg.com/blog
Starting
a new business can be extremely overwhelming if you don't know where to
go and who to ask for help. There is no shortage of people wanting to
help you start your business, but it's not always free. Luckily,
thanks to the Internet and local resources, you can not only find the
answers, but possibly find a mentor or guidance from experts who have
been in business for years, and not have to pay a single penny. Below
are some great resources that are often overlooked or forgotten.
Online Resources
[http://www.piranimg.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/hdr_sboc.jpg]
Powered by small business owners like yourselves and hosted by one
the nations largest and most powerful banks , Bank of America, this
forum based resource center provides small businesses and would-be
business owners a great resource to post common questions about running
your business, money matters, and business opportunities. The site
also has great articles written by users and provides a great platform
to "tell your story."
[http://blogs.openforum.com/wp-content/themes/amex2.0/images/open_forum_logo.gif]
Swap
ideas, find expertise, and access resources to help grow your
business. The OPEN Forum, hosted by American Express, provides
informative videos, articles, expert blogs, and more, collected from
the web to help you grow your business. Read success stories and
advice from other business owners, learn about local businesses, all
while publicizing your business and creating new networking
opportunities.
Local/Regional Resources
[http://www.score.org/images_global/header_logo.gif]
SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" is a nonprofit
association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and the formation,
growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE provides free
and confidential business start up counseling via face-to-face
meetings, online workshops, and online counseling. Find a Local SCORE Office
[http://www.sulross.edu/%7Esbdc/images/SBA-Logo-06.gif]
One
of the most under-utilized resources when it comes to business. When
most people here SBA, they automatically think loans and financing;
however, the SBA has formed smaller agencies within its umbrella to
provide additional services to current and potential business owners.
A great resource is the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). The
SBDC can help you create a business plan, work on obtaining financing,
create a marketing plan, and most importantly guide you through each
step of the process. Find a Small Business Development Center
[http://www.medinacountyworks.com/images/company_assets/512f1c7f-0d64-4a5e-9d91-785dc064755f/service/US%20Chamber%20Logo.gif]
As most (well hopefully most) business owners and potential owners
know, networking is the key to success. One of the best ways to meet
new people is to join your local Chamber of Commerce. If you've
considered joing the local Chamber of Commerce, you've probably been to
their site and haven't found too much information on starting a
business. Unlike its smaller partners, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce,
has great tools for current and potential business owners, and most of
them are accessible without having to pay a penny! Some of the great
tools include the Small Business Toolkits for starting your business,
sales and marketing, hiring, security, and many more topics. Also be
sure to check out the Small business library containing forms,
articles, and documents for every topic relating to business
imagineable!
Remember, there's a vast amount of resources available to you when
starting your business, just make sure to take your time, research, and
be confident in the moves your make! Success is inevitable!
From your friends at Pirani Marketing Group, Inc. www.piranimg.com/blog
