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At our SBDC in Columbus, Ohio we occasionally run a contest called,;Pitch It-. I-s an elevator pitch contest that gives budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to practice their pitch delivery in front...
Tags: Managing, Starting, The Industry Word
It's doubtful that no two words in an entrepreneur's vocabulary are procrastinated over more than these two: Business Planning
This simple phrase can conjure up visions of being hunkered...
Have you struggled with mapping out your business's plan? Is it an item on your To Do List that you keep ignoring? Have you even considered writing one?
Have you struggled with...
How much does it cost to start your own business?
Of course, the answer depends on your business model and your chosen industry. However, a useful estimate based on a 2009 study conducted by the...
Tags: 5051~Financing, Starting, 5041~Small Business Cents
Whether it’s Main Street or Silicon Valley, your business location can mean the difference between success and failure. But more than that, your business location is the linchpin for your...
Tags: 5051~Business Laws, 5041~Small Business Matters, Starting
Are you writing a business plan? Planning to expand into new markets?
Then it’s worth knowing that Uncle Sam offers access to free data that can help you understand your market and analyze...
Tags: 5051~Marketing, 5041~Small Business Matters, Starting
Technology has certainly made an impact in the way we do business these days. It’s practically impossible to run a small business without it.
In the world of franchising, technology is a...
Tags: Managing, Starting, The Industry Word
After gathering feedback in small business focus groups in Baltimore, Richmond and Washington D.C., SBA is moving ahead with a series of communication initiatives that highlight how its programs and...
Tags: 5051~Government Contracting, 5051~Marketing, Starting, 5041~In The Loop
Entrepreneur and founder of The Body Shop Anita Roddick once said: “Nobody talks about entrepreneurship as survival, but that's exactly what it is and what nurtures creative thinking....
Want to take your restaurant on the road? Interested in starting a food-service business that affords lower overhead costs than a bricks and mortar restaurant?
Starting a mobile food concession...
Graduation season is right around the corner and to help grads that are looking to start a small business, SBA and the U.S. Department of Education will host a Twitter Q & A Session on April 25...
Tags: 5051~Financing, 5051~Mentoring & Training, 5041~Open For Business, 5051~SBA News & Views, Starting
I’m not a numbers person by nature. I was a writer first, then a journalist, before I got into business. I’ve learned the hard way, though, that managing the basic numbers is critical to...
Tags: 5051~Financing, Starting, The Industry Word
Starting a business? Confused about the planning, legal and regulatory steps you should follow?
Did you know that home-based businesses are required to hold permits to operate legally in most states...
If you’re a US military veteran interested in becoming the owner of a franchise, there are thousands of opportunities for you to explore. It’s easy to become a bit overwhelmed with...
Tags: Starting, The Industry Word
Are you a veteran or service-disabled veteran? Interested in launching your own business?
According to the latest SBA data, of the 27.1 million non-farm businesses in the U.S., 2.4 million are owned...
Tags: 5051~Financing, 5051~Mentoring & Training, 5041~Small Business Matters, Starting
Rhett Jeppson is the Associate Administrator for Veterans Business Development
On Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave men and women of our Armed Services who have given the ultimate...
Tags: 5051~Financing, 5051~Government Contracting, 5051~Mentoring & Training, 5041~Open For Business, 5051~SBA News & Views, Starting
If you are in the military, a veteran, or military spouse and either own or are thinking about starting a business, consider joining a credit union for military entrepreneurs to service your company...
Tags: 5051~Financing, Managing, Starting, The Industry Word
Looking for capital to start or grow your business? Sometimes, even with a solid idea and business plan, finding third party financing can be a challenge for many small business owners.
So where are...
Tags: 5051~Financing, Starting, 5041~Small Business Cents
Are you looking for financial and business management tips and advice to help get your business off the ground? If so, there is a new tool to add to your small business tool belt. Money Smart for...
Are you headed towards the finish line? Are you at the point in your franchise business exploration where your yes or no decision on a particular opportunity is imminent? If so, read on...
Tags: 5051~Business Laws, Starting, The Industry Word
Whether you’re starting a business from home or looking to move into a home office, it’s important not to overlook the fact that your business is still subject to license and permit laws...
Tags: 5051~Business Laws, Starting, 5041~Business Law Advisor
Due to the growing difficulty in obtaining traditional business lines of credit from banks, many business owners are turning to credit cards for small businesses as their primary unsecured business...
Tags: 5051~Financing, Starting, The Industry Word
Is it possible to find a legitimate franchise opportunity that only requires a few hours a week to run? And, if you do find a part-time franchise, can you make enough money for it to be worth your up...
Tags: Starting, The Industry Word
Our mission in the Office of Veterans Business Development is to support the men and women who have returned home from active duty and are interested in starting or purchasing their own business....
Tags: 5051~Mentoring & Training, 5041~Open For Business, Starting
We can all agree that email is another tool used for exchanging information. But when it comes to business, it plays a much greater role then many people seem to realize.
Unfortunately, one of the...
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