The Guide to Veterans’ Small Business Ownership
Contents: Resources for Transitioning from Active Duty to Business Ownership Health Insurance Education and Training Networking Opportunities Small Business Financing Options for Veterans Veteran-Specific Grants and Loans Additional Veteran Financing Options Resources for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Government Contracts Patriot Boot Camp (PBC) National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) It’s easy to see why veterans make great […]
The Guide to Small Business Emergency Preparedness
One of the most important investments small business owners can make is preparing for an emergency or a disaster. Review this guide and begin building your own small business emergency preparedness plan. The effects that both natural and human-made disasters have on small businesses are staggering. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), almost […]
How to Get Help from a Small Business Development Center
Running a business is always worth it, but it’s never easy. Get free, expert support to grow, fund, and manage your business by visiting a local Small Business Development Center. No matter what point you’re at on your journey of small business ownership, it never hurts to get a little help. Something many successful small […]
Laid Off, Now What? A Post-Layoff Resource Guide
If you’ve been laid off and are wondering what’s next, you’re not alone. Knowing what steps to take right away, which resources to turn to, and what options lie ahead can make the transition less bumpy and even lead to something better than what you started with. Losing a job is one of the biggest […]
Resources for Women Starting a Business
While the number of women owned businesses continues to grow, the challenges women face when becoming entrepreneurs are unique. Fortunately, there are number of easily accessible resources focused on helping women secure funding, gain eligibility for government contracting, and making the right business connections. Every year the world sees more women-owned small businesses popping up. […]
Essential Resources for Franchise Financing
How you fund your franchise is one of the earliest and most important decisions you’ll make as an entrepreneur. Fortunately, knowing which franchise financing resources to turn to makes the process both easy and equitable. Purchasing a franchise is an exciting way to become an entrepreneur. While it’s not for everyone, there are some major […]
The Most Inspirational TED Talks for Small Business Owners
Do you need a little inspiration or motivation for your small business, but don’t have time to watch lengthy videos of entrepreneurs talk about their best practices? Here’s the good news: Many TED talks are extremely short (think a few minutes) and give you a large amount of information in that timeframe. So whether you […]
Must Know Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
Enjoys a challenge. Fast thinking. Thrives under pressure. These are all characteristics shared by successful entrepreneurs. And it’s no coincidence that they’re also traits shared by servicemen and women in the U.S. military. While it may seem that lack of a business background may hinder veterans from pursuing entrepreneurship, veterans are often a great fit […]
4 Business Services Your Small Business Should Invest In
From on-demand computer repair to lunch delivery and floral arranging, there’s an endless list of business services available for your company — most of which are just a call, or better yet, a click away. And in this digital age, where it seems like a large percentage of business can be completed in a smartphone […]