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Slides From "Getting Grants for Your Small Business" at the Shaker Library 9/20/16
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Marketing for Your Business: slides from 2/18/16 at the Westlake Library
The objective of these slides is: To help you understand what marketing is. To help you learn how to conduct market research. Read more
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Slides From "Getting Grants for Your Small Business" at the Shaker Library 9/20/16
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Marketing for Your Business: slides from 2/18/16 at the Westlake Library
3 Simple Steps to Help You Get Into Top Incubator and Accelerator Programs
If you are approved to an accelerator and incubator program, you will get access to business mentors, a community of entrepreneurs, private event, and more.
Think Inside the Box with These Branded Product Packaging Ideas
Branded product packaging can transform what surrounds your product into something that supports your small business brand.
Get Your Free D-U-N-S Number
Does your business have a D-U-N-S number? It allows financial partners to get an accurate snapshot of your company and history. Read more
State of African-American Owned Businesses
56% of African American business owners are happy these days, 2% more than the average small business owner. But the political climate makes them less confident.
What Tax Papers Should You Keep…and What Should You Shred?
Knowing which tax records to store and which to shred is often a point of confusion for small business owners.
Financial Projections Template
Download this financial projections template to calculate your small business expenses, sales forecast, cash flow, income statement, break-even analysis & more. Read more
Security 101: Protecting Wi-Fi Networks Against Hacking and Eavesdropping
Setting up small business networks is simple, but users may set up their devices heedlessly and consequently risk their data to unsecure networks.
How to Handle Angry Customers: Turning Detractors into Promoters
Learn four ways to turn the negative customer encounters into positive ones to maintain your company’s reputation.
Financial History & Ratios
Looking at your business’s financial history and ratios helps you keep tab on your company’s financial health. Here’s what financial ratios measure. Read more