Are you a young woman with tons of fresh ideas for a small business, but without a clue on how to get started? Find out how one woman started her own company when she was young, and how the...

Are you looking for tax savings strategies for your small business? Join SBA and the AICPA to get useful and practical information for minimizing your tax bill, and on tax provisions that my...

This introduction to business planning is directed to women over the age of 50 who are interested in pursuing a second career and launching their own business.

In this video, small business owners will learn how to sell their products or services to the federal government. 

This short video describes SBA’s Export Express Program, a loan program designed to help small businesses achieve exporting success.

This short video describes how to write a business plan.

Two part series about the 8(a) Business Development Program

Casey Willson, Retail Industry Manager, Maryland Small Business Development Center

Are you taking advantage of the latest technology to save time and increase your company's...

Discover how passion and business coexist.  Learn what it takes to turn a passion into a business.

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Postal Service bring you...

Casey Willson, Retail Industry Manager, Maryland Small Business Development Center
 
The SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series presents interviews with successful...

Kathleen Devlin will share her story of perseverance and success with other entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners, and provide helpful insights on the successes and challenges of...

Are you looking to grow or expand your small business in the Federal Government marketplace? Does your small business need surety bonds to do public and private contracting?

Get...

June 1st marked the start of the Atlantic Hurricane season, and the SBA is urging small businesses to prepare before a disaster strikes by developing an emergency preparedness plan. Business...

Cash flow is the lifeblood of a business and critical in its growth. Small businesses are hugely dependent on their cash flow, and must either cut costs or scramble to find alternative...

Small businesses growth can mean the difference between failure and success. Careful planning is not only required when starting a business, but also when considering expansion. Are you...

In recent weeks thousands have experienced disaster first-hand, from hurricanes and heavy rains to floods, wind and fire. After a disaster hits, homeowners and businesses can face many...

SBA recognizes Women’s Small Business Month, and will revisit the SBA’s Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract program. In February of this year, the SBA launched the...

Humphry Slocombe makes premium ice cream in the Mission District of San Francisco, CA. With flavors such as Secret Breakfast and Pistachio-Bacon, it creates a vibrant social media following...

Your employees can make or break your business.  Five successful entrepreneurs share what they have learned about hiring and developing employees.

The U.S. Small Business...

If you are considering starting your own business this year, SBA can be valuable resource to help you find a mentor, improve your business skills and get training to help boost your ideas....

In recognition of National Women’s History Month, SBA’s March web chat will feature an open forum...

This course is designed for individuals planning to start a business after earlier career endeavors.

With tax season around the corner, small business owners can prepare now with useful end of year tax tips. Join SBA and the AICPA web chat by posting your questions about year-end tax...

This course is about market research. Specifically, understanding and using market research to find qualified small business vendors.   See the ...

This course is about increasing contract opportunities for women owned small businesses.   See the Government Contracting Classroom for more...

This course is about federal contract markets and participating in those markets as a HUBZone certified firm.  See the Government Contracting...

Joan Barnes created Gymboree in 1976 as a place where moms and their children could play and exercise. Since then, it has become a giant corporation that includes almost 600 Gymboree retail...

In 1979 the three founders, Neal Patterson, Cliff Illig and Paul Gorup, sat around a picnic table and decided to create a company. Today, Cerner Corporation is an industry leader in medical...

Learn how to recognize hazards and become familiar with OSHA standards and guidance information for construction employers and employees.

Learn from IRS experts what qualifies as business income.

Learn about the IRS' Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) that helps small business easily pay taxes online.

Learn from IRS experts about Backup Withholding for Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income.

SBA and ADP® present America's Best: Their Stories, Their Ways. This trailer offers a glimpse into the inspiring personal experiences of successful entrepreneurs who are responsible...

TCHO's start-up mentality, combined with its unique location on Pier 17 in San Francisco, CA, merges technology with chocolate production. It uses web analytics to constantly improve its...

Skaters Landing is a national retailer and e-tailer of products and accessories for the skating industry. Although located in CT and MA, it uses free marketing online to teach customers from...

Lumus Construction designs, constructs, and renovates public facilities, and specializes in renewable energy and fire mist prevention. It uses its website and online maps to both research...

Salon Red provides a creative and compassionate salon environment in Decatur, GA. It excels in the services industry because it uses a website and local listings to help customers find its...

Following a disaster, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) partners with FEMA to help disaster survivors. The SBA offers low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters and...

SBA's disaster recovery program helped Mainstream Global, Inc., get back in business following a flood. Are you prepared? Do you have a preparedness plan to get your business up and...

Are you taking advantage of the latest technology to save time and increase your company's efficiency? Improved communications technology for sharing information with employees and...

SBA Metro DC Small Business Person of the Year 2006 talks about his experiences.

Do you know your company's vulnerabilities, and have you developed contingency plans to ensure...

Grace Dittmar, SBA Metro DC Small Business Person of the Year 2008 discusses steps her company, Trusted Mission Solutions has taken.

The SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series presents...

SBA Communication Specialists Alex Contreras, and Olivia Humilde
 
The SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series presents interviews with successful entrepreneurs and experts...

The Federal government's goal is to award 23 percent of all Federal contracts to small businesses. That's hundreds of billions of dollars. Find out how to sell your high-quality...

Mary Tappouni, SBA Florida Small Business Person of the Year 2009 discusses hiring techniques for Breaking Ground Contracting.

Very few persons succeed or fail by themselves. One of...

Very few persons succeed or fail by themselves. One of the most powerful elements in creating success is a powerful team.
 
The SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series...

Karen G. Mills, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, welcomes you to the SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series.

The SBA/Dell Strategies for Growth series presents...

Por más de cincuenta años, la Administración Federal de Pequeños Negocios ha estado ayudando a crear empresas exitosas.

Veterano y militar, sé due...

Hear from successful entrepreneurs whose tips will get you started and keep you growing.

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Postal Service bring you Delivering...

Three entrepreneurs describe how they found success through innovative ways to promote, market, and grow their businesses.

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Postal...

Two entrepreneurs share the planning and research tools they've used to build success.

The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Postal Service bring you Delivering...

How to overcome obstacles when starting a business. Two entrepreneurs discuss how a mentor can help you get your business off the ground, where to get help writing a business plan, and how...

Marketing is one of the most important aspects of business success.  Explore marketing techniques four entrepreneurs used to build their customer base.

The U.S. Small Business...

The course is directed to small business owners who are concerned about crimes within and around their businesses. This module will help you become aware of how crime can affect your firm...

This course presents an overview of franchising, as well as how to determine if franchising is right for you, and how to choose the right one.

This course explores the fundamentals of entrepreneurialism, delves into the 'must do' steps involved in starting a business, and explores the many entrepreneurial support resources...

This course is designed to provide a basic overview of marketing. It is a practical program with real-world examples and helpful tips. The course is directed to small business owners who are...