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https://www.sba.gov/blog/3-simple-things-protect-against-cyberattacks… or install top-of-the-line software, but protecting your business’s data doesn’t necessarily need to be … So it’s essential that you take steps to lessen your chances of falling victim to cyber attacks, and to … hard for anyone else to guess. Of course, it’s also a good idea to use a combination of characters in your passwords and …
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9 Halloween Marketing Ideas for Local Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/blog/9-halloween-marketing-ideas-local-businesses… For example, offer customers a discount for dining at your restaurant in costume or sharing their best party-planning ideas on your social media pages. Add Halloween-themed or seasonal items to your offerings. People love limited-time products like … -
Essential Steps to Handle Negative Reviews
https://www.sba.gov/blog/essential-steps-handle-negative-reviews… customers to shop elsewhere, negatively impacting your business’ bottom line. If your business has received a bad online review, here are … customers to shop elsewhere, negatively impacting your business’ bottom line. If your business has received a … customers to shop elsewhere, negatively impacting your business’ bottom line. If your business has received a … -
Build Your Business Through Networking
https://www.sba.gov/blog/build-your-business-through-networking… Build Your Business Through Networking November 16, 2018 While it … Rieva Lesonsky One of the most effective ways to grow your business is also one of the oldest: networking. While it … word-networking makes you break out in a cold sweat at the idea of entering a roomful of strangers, try these tips to … -
Prepare Now, Be Ready Later: National Preparedness Month Tips for Small Business Owners
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-08/prepare-now-be-ready-later-national-preparedness-month-tips-small-business-owners… Preparedness Month and a good reminder to assess your situation and take the appropriate measures to protect your small business Disasters can be costly, but if you’re … National Preparedness Month and a good reminder to assess your situation and take the appropriate measures to protect … -
10 Cheap Ways to Market Your Business Online
https://www.sba.gov/blog/10-cheap-ways-market-your-business-online… 10 Cheap Ways to Market Your Business Online May 10, 2016 The internet has opened all … are all kinds of cheap and affordable ways to promote your product and brand online. Mark Twain once said, “Many a … it comes to the internet. As you make an effort to promote your business in a low cost way, you can adopt many … -
Energy-Saving Tips for Small Businesses to Try This Earth Day
https://www.sba.gov/blog/energy-saving-tips-small-businesses-try-earth-day… In honor of Earth Day, take these simple steps to increase your energy efficiency and decrease your business’s environmental impact. U.S. Small Business … your business’s energy efficiency. It starts with turning off office equipment when it’s not in use. If your … -
5 Things to Know About Your Balance Sheet
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-things-know-about-your-balance-sheet… 5 Things to Know About Your Balance Sheet September 19, 2019 Understanding what goes into a balance sheet and what it can tell you about your business is essential for success. Barbara Weltman SBA … goes into a balance sheet and what it can tell you about your business is essential. 1. What a balance sheet is all … -
Liquidation Process
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/sba-locations/loan-guaranty-centers/national-guaranty-purchase-center-herndon-va/liquidation-process… and Instructions Competing Non-SBA Liens If your institution has any non-SBA loans to the borrower or its … loans and recoveries obtained on those loans If your institution has any non-SBA-guaranteed loans to the … 559-487-5650 559-487-5803 (fax) SBA will acknowledge your notification and authorize you to accelerate the … -
12 Ways Your Business Can Make the Most of Mother’s Day
https://www.sba.gov/blog/12-ways-your-business-can-make-most-mothers-day… 12 Ways Your Business Can Make the Most of Mother’s Day May 9, 2017 … last year’s previous record of $21.4 billion. How can your small business capture some of those Mother's Day … 1. Celebrate on social media. Attract attention to your business with Mother's Day-related posts. Get customers … -
5 Tips That Could Make Your Small Business Summer Sizzle
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-06/5-tips-could-make-your-small-business-summer-sizzle… 5 Tips That Could Make Your Small Business Summer Sizzle June 24, 2024 Things are … season that’s red-hot, and one that’s ice-cold. Make sure your summer days stay sunny with the following tips. Stick to … on inventory. Check last year’s orders to get a baseline idea of the items you’ll need. Consider the likelihood that … -
Disaster/Emergency Tips for Small Businesses
https://www.sba.gov/blog/disasteremergency-tips-small-businesses… Before disaster strikes, it very important to safeguard your small business, particularly if it's your main source of income. Ijeoma S. Nwatu Ijeoma S. Nwatu … disaster strikes, it's only natural to want to protect your family and loved ones. Before disaster strikes, it very … -
Report fraud, waste, and abuse
https://www.sba.gov/partners/contracting-officials/contract-administration/report-fraud-waste-abuse… not be able to contact you for more information regarding your complaint. This may hinder our ability to fully … about the results of our review. You may also request that your identity remain confidential. In this case, SBA OIG will not release your name without your prior consent unless we determine that … -
Women's Business Centers
https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance/resource-partners/womens-business-centers… federal contracts, and access to credit and capital. Find your local Women's Business Center Find your nearest WBC Business ZIP Code* Enter a valid 5-digit ZIP … -
Happy SBDC Day!
https://www.sba.gov/blog/happy-sbdc-day… Day! March 18, 2020 If you’re looking to start or grow your business visit your local Small Business Development Center today for help with each step of your small business journey. U.S. Small Business … If you’re looking to start or grow your business visit your local Small Business Development … -
How To Complain To Your Franchisor To Get An Issue Resolved
https://www.sba.gov/blog/how-complain-your-franchisor-get-issue-resolved… How To Complain To Your Franchisor To Get An Issue Resolved August 15, 2017 … experiencing resolved? And most importantly, what if your issue (or issues) aren’t getting taken care of? What … As an owner, it’s up to you to get things resolved, so your business can run smoothly and profitably. How To Get … -
Time to Prepare for Small Business Saturday
https://www.sba.gov/blog/time-prepare-small-business-saturday… to Prepare for Small Business Saturday November 3, 2016 Is your company ready for Small Business Saturday? If not, you … of the year -- and that revenue can go far to kick off your holiday season! Bridget Weston Pollack Bridget Weston … efforts. Read more about Bridget Weston Pollack Is your company ready for Small Business Saturday? If not, you … -
5 Ways to Establish Credit for Your Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-ways-establish-credit-your-business… 5 Ways to Establish Credit for Your Business June 9, 2016 A creditworthy business is defined … a strong business credit rating as well. “Just as your personal credit has a big impact on your financial health, your business credit can help you get … 5 Ways to Establish Credit for Your Business … -
7 Marketing Mistakes That Can Come Back to Haunt You
https://www.sba.gov/blog/7-marketing-mistakes-can-come-back-haunt-you… mistakes below can have frightening consequences for your small business. Rieva Lesonsky Rieva Lesonsky is CEO and … mistakes below can have frightening consequences for your small business. Find out what you have to fear from … and how to avoid them. Mistake 1. Not setting goals for your marketing efforts Whatever type of marketing you’re … -
5 reasons you need a business plan
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-reasons-you-need-business-plan… of advice on the steps you should take: registering your business name, getting a Tax ID, deciding on a business … of advice on the steps you should take: registering your business name, getting a Tax ID, deciding on a business … plan will be central to how you start, grow and develop your business. Here are 5 reasons why you need a business …