A good place to start is with one of SBA resource partners: SCORE, Small Business Development Centers or Women’s Business Centers. These organizations provide free business counseling and training. To find your nearest SBA resource partner, enter your zip code in our local assistance guide.

Check our Analytics Solutions for ongoing expertise in this area, as well as www.score.org for sample business plans that may offer useful insights. SCORE and SBDCs may also provide volunteer, confidential face-to-face consultation in this area too. If your business concept applies, you can also check out industry performance ratios and revenue figures at Robert Morris Associates (RMA). While these reference sources offer useful perspectives on growth, another key factor will be your commitment and confidence as well. Wishing you much progress ahead!     This post was edited to remove a link. Please review our Community Best Practices for more information about how best to participate in our online discussions. Thank you.