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Transitioning from Service to Startup
… to Startup August 28, 2018 You’ve reached a turning point in your military career. You’re transitioning from active … about Larry Stubblefield You’ve reached a turning point in your military career. You’re transitioning from active … ownership as your next move. Regardless of where you are in the entrepreneurial process – toying with a few business … -
5 Bad Habits That Hurt a Company's Credit Ratings
… Although we're all susceptible to have some bad habits in our personal lives, when it comes to business, it's our … to them. This can lead to challenges and may result in the loss of business. Here's a look at five bad habits … that should be avoided at all costs. This could result in over-the-limit fees, a decrease in credit limits and may … -
SBA Extends Resources to Service-Disabled Veteran Entrepreneurs
… Business Development, this grant assists the grantees in providing entrepreneurial training to service-disabled … leveraged the skills and experience they gained in the military to accomplish their dreams of small business … -
8 Tips for Building Your Business Support Network
… just branching out or gearing up for your umpteenth year in business, it never hurts to have a supportive network … an organization that aims to uplift women of color in the communications field. Follow her on Twitter: … to surround yourself with like-minded individuals who can offer advice, share opportunities and listen to your big … -
The Pros and Cons of Running a Seasonal Business
… Pros and Cons of Running a Seasonal Business June 8, 2016 In business, entrepreneurs experience peaks and valleys but … an organization that aims to uplift women of color in the communications field. Follow her on Twitter: … weathering the ups and downs: Pros Seasonal businesses can offer more flexibility, creativity and additional income for … -
Looking to Increase Sales? “Go Global” World Trade Month Webinars Can Help Get You Started
… Business Administration. Read more about David M. Glaccum In celebration of World Trade Month, federal trade promotion … The webinars address issues confronting companies and offer participants the chance to ask questions directly of … Mark your calendar for this FREE series on Thursdays in May. Here’s what you’ll learn about: How do I manage … -
5 Ways A Virtual Assistant Can Make You More Productive
… basically any task that doesn’t require them to show up in person. Anita Campbell SBA Blog Contributor Anita Campbell … basically any task that doesn’t require them to show up in person. Some VAs specialize in a specific task or … More specialized VAs often cost a bit more since they offer a more focused skillset. However, there are also … -
A Salute to the Drivers of Our U.S. Economy
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SBA Success Story to Be Honored at Mid-America Trade Summit
… and presenting at the 2019 Mid-America Trade Summit in Columbia, Missouri. David M. Glaccum Associate … This St. Louis, Missouri-based small business specializes in exporting high-quality food and grocery products and is a … made it possible for U.S. International Foods LLC to offer open account terms to foreign clients, making them more … -
Happy SBDC Day!
… (SBDCs) for their tireless efforts to aid and assist in the development and growth of our nation’s small … and training to new business owners and to those already in business. In addition to one-on-one counseling, training and technical assistance the SBDCs offer, they also provide assistance with core business … -
Prepare Your Small Business for Hurricane Season
… across the country, it’s important for business owners in certain regions to start thinking about and preparing for the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1. In addition to offering programs to help businesses recover … protect your business before the storm hits. If you live in hurricane-prone areas like coastal communities, here are … -
5 Tips to Make Your Small Business Social Media Savvy
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Join the SBA’s Celebration of 50 Years of Surety Bond Guarantees
… offers guaranteed surety bonds to help small businesses in the construction, supply, and service sectors better … growth opportunities to small businesses for 50 years. In 1970, the Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program was established by the Housing and Urban Development Act. In its first year of operations, the program guaranteed seven … -
SBA Export Loans Help Bring Jobs Back Home
… "reshoring." Much as the market demand for quality, "Made in America" goods and services are increasing worldwide, U.S. … Recent studies indicate "reshoring" is likely to increase in the coming years to assure supply chain resiliency, … planning to bring production back home to the U.S. In that case, SBA-backed commercial loans can help capitalize … -
Protect Your Small Business from Cybersecurity Attacks
… businesses. You don’t have to be a large corporation in America to be vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks. In 2020 alone, there were over 700 thousand attacks against … vulnerabilities in software. SBA and its resource partners offer events tailored to help you consider how a … -
Four Questions Every Effective Business Plan Should Answer
… a case for why banks and prospective investors should offer you funding. While a variety of formats exist, there … and insights that all business plans should include. In honor of National Write a Business Plan Month, review your … selling locally-sourced clothes and jewelry for women in their 30s and 40s” tells a potential investor much more … -
SBA Resources to Help Entrepreneurs Start and Grow Their Business
… are also drivers of the national economy as a whole. That, in and of itself, is worth celebrating. November is National Entrepreneurship Month in the U.S. It is a time to applaud the achievements of the … in the years ahead. That is the mission of the SBA. We offer a variety of resources that entrepreneurs can leverage … -
The SBA Is Excited to Help New Businesses in the New Year
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Hispanic-Owned Construction Company Helps Other Women Build Solid Businesses
… Ines Rivas-Hutchins started her construction business in 2014 after having some great experiences working for others in the construction industry. Before starting her company, a … encouragement, plus career experiences and opportunities in the industry working for companies that were designated as …