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https://www.sba.gov/blog/4-ways-market-your-business-fathers-day… 4 Ways to Market Your Business This Father's Day June 9, 2016 Father's Day is … is an SBA blog author, who shares useful information for your entrepreneurial endeavors and helps you find other resources for your small business needs. Read more about Katie Murray …
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The SBA Is Excited to Help New Businesses in the New Year
https://www.sba.gov/blog/sba-excited-help-new-businesses-new-year… Read more about U.S. Small Business Administration If your New Year’s resolution for 2023 is to start your own … your business journey , from the minute you have your idea to the moment you’re turning your sign from “coming soon” to “open.” Below are … -
8 Business Plan Myths That Can Hurt Your Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/8-business-plan-myths-can-hurt-your-business… 8 Business Plan Myths That Can Hurt Your Business March 2, 2018 The need for good business … stand between you, the business owner, and the planning your business ought to have. 1. A business plan has to be … and taking a step back to review your market is a good idea. But with good planning process in a business, you can … -
‘Your Oil Tools’ a family operated small business aromatherapy supply store
https://www.sba.gov/success-story/your-oil-tools-family-operated-small-business-aromatherapy-supply-store… ‘Your Oil Tools’ a family operated small business aromatherapy … others. Since 2013 he has been the president and CEO of Your Oil Tools in Hooksett. Your Oil Tools was formed after a life-changing truck fire … ‘Your Oil Tools’ a family operated small business aromatherapy … -
The SBA Encourages Business Owners to Be Ready This National Preparedness Month
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2023/2023-09/sba-encourages-business-owners-be-ready-national-preparedness-month… Preparedness Month and a good reminder to prepare your businesses in the event of a disaster or emergency. U.S. … Preparedness Month and a good reminder to prepare your businesses in the event of a disaster or emergency. … overwhelming. Below are steps you can take now to protect your business and employees, and how the SBA can help you … -
Prime and subcontracting
https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-guide/prime-subcontracting… To become a prime contractor, you must first register your business with the System for Award Management (SAM). … Business Search) to find small businesses. Ensure that your profile in SBS is complete including socioeconomic … (CMR) or an official from the awarding agency will contact your government point of contact. The review will rate the … -
Does Your Small Business Qualify?
https://www.sba.gov/blog/does-your-small-business-qualify… Does Your Small Business Qualify? September 9, 2016 Small … want to work with the government. Learn whether or not your business qualifies and how to access these resources. … Small Business Administration, size matters! The size of your small business may seem relative but when working with … -
The Ebbs and Flows of Franchise Brands
https://www.sba.gov/blog/ebbs-flows-franchise-brands… Subway®? I sure do.Before I got into franchising, the idea of owning a Subway franchise was a hot topic. People … * to another for hours on end-with nothing to show for your efforts except a sore wrist and tired eyes. Ideas for Goals I want you to decide on your own goals for a franchise you'd like to own. It's your … -
National Entrepreneurship Week Spotlight: How to Start and Grow a Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2024/2024-02/national-entrepreneurship-week-spotlight-how-start-grow-business… is here to help you get one step closer to accomplishing your goal of business ownership. U.S. Small Business … is here to help you get one step closer to accomplishing your goal of business ownership. Every individual’s journey … here are some general tips. Plan. It starts with a great idea. Even the best ideas, however, need fleshing out . Ask … -
Financial Fitness for Your Small Business
https://www.sba.gov/blog/financial-fitness-your-small-business… Financial Fitness for Your Small Business April 3, 2017 On March 31, 2017, … to small businesses and future entrepreneurs. Whether your target market is global or local, the SBA’s network of … Centers , and SCORE chapters can help at every stage of turning your entrepreneurial dream into a booming business. … -
5 Key Financial Tips When Starting a Business from Home
https://www.sba.gov/blog/5-key-financial-tips-when-starting-business-home… to follow when starting a business from home. 1) Choose your entity structure One of the easiest structures to start … If you select this structure then the legal name of your business is your own name. In most states, if you want to operate the … -
First Draw PPP loan
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/first-draw-ppp-loan… of lender or borrower . If you wish to begin preparing your application, download the following PPP borrower … individual PPP loan applications must be directed to your lender . Borrowers who have had their application … account enrollment instructions . If you are unsure about your PPP loan status, or if your PPP loan application has … -
Is Your Company Prepared to Withstand Any Disaster Threat?
https://www.sba.gov/article/2016/sep/08/your-company-prepared-withstand-any-disaster-threat… Is Your Company Prepared to Withstand Any Disaster Threat? … Recent flooding in Louisiana points to a hard rule: when your business is cut off from clients, vendors and critical … long after the cleanup is done. The key to protecting your assets and becoming resilient in the face of a natural … -
Take the next STEP with SBA: Boost Your Business Overseas
https://www.sba.gov/blog/take-next-step-sba-boost-your-business-overseas… Take the next STEP with SBA: Boost Your Business Overseas September 26, 2019 Often small … more about David M. Glaccum Are you interested in growing your business by entering and excelling in international … Trade Expansion Program (STEP ) can make it easier for your business to succeed. STEP helps aspiring and current … -
Build a Plan to Protect Your Small Business During National Preparedness Month
https://www.sba.gov/blog/build-plan-protect-your-small-business-during-national-preparedness-month… Build a Plan to Protect Your Small Business During National Preparedness Month … form of low-interest loans. But instead of wondering if your business can withstand the potential destruction caused … structural upgrades where possible. It’s also a good idea to make sure your disaster preparation plan is in place, … -
The U.S. Small Business Administration can Finance your International Sales
https://www.sba.gov/blog/us-small-business-administration-can-finance-your-international-sales… The U.S. Small Business Administration can Finance your International Sales July 31, 2019 The U. S. Small … who can help you connect with active SBA lenders in your community and help craft an export working capital package that fits your company’s needs. Each of these professionals is … -
Ring in 2022 with Business Tips from the SBA
https://www.sba.gov/blog/ring-2022-business-tips-sba… with Business Tips from the SBA January 7, 2022 Whether your business has been around for a few days or a few … its challenges. Consider these tips when you are making your New Year’s business resolutions: Write out your business plan. As a soon-to-be or emerging small … -
Become a Small Business Success Story this SBDC Day
https://www.sba.gov/blog/2023/2023-03/become-small-business-success-story-sbdc-day… this SBDC Day, consider how they can help you achieve your business goals. U.S. Small Business Administration The … motivated to share his experiences with others. He founded Your Oil Tools in Hooksett, New Hampshire. With the support … story . Connect with sba.gov/local-assistance to find your local SBDC and other SBA resource partners. Mentoring … -
Taking a risk
https://www.sba.gov/blog/taking-risk… every small business starts with taking a risk. We have an idea for a product or service, but even the best ideas … every small business starts with taking a risk. We have an idea for a product or service, but even the best ideas … “We tend to play it safe – don’t take that job or start your own business. What I’ve come to realize is that’s the … -
7 Simple Steps for Mastering Social Media
https://www.sba.gov/blog/7-simple-steps-mastering-social-media… superstar. These seven steps will get you started. Define your marketing goals Start with a plan. Define a small set of … Develop better brand loyalty in customers who already like your products or services Create a mailing list to allow you share new products or other news Drive traffic to your website to share more information about your brand or …