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The Services Directory contains the contact information for persons or firms providing services to small businesses in the greater Raleigh area. Read more
Monthly Cash Flow Template
Lack of cash is one of the biggest reasons small businesses fail. The Small Business Administration says that "inadequate cash reserves" are a top reason startups don't succeed. Read more
Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
Writing a business plan is an opportunity to carefully think through every step of starting your company so you can prepare for success. Read more
One Page Business Plan Template
This document is a one page business plan template that can be used to assist an entreprenuer in their efforts to start a business and create a business plan. Read more
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
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Get Found on Google Search Presentation
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Raleigh Small Business Connect
- Introduction - Small Business Realities
- Why do you want to start a business
- Your big idea - your company
- Marketing plan
- Much much more
Connect With Your Customers
- Connect on Google Maps
- Connect across devices
- Get you business on Google for free
- Much much more...
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Grow your business online:
- Be found by local customers
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10 Tips for Better Small Business Bookkeeping
No matter how you feel about bookkeeping, it’s one of those tasks no business owner can avoid forever. Read these ten tips to make small business bookkeeping easier.
Financial Projections Template
Download this financial projections Excel template to calculate your startup expenses, payroll costs, sales forecast, cash flow, income statement and more. Read more
S Corporation vs. C Corporation: Which Entity is Best for Your Small Business?
What’s the difference between an S Corporation and a C Corporation? Read this blog to learn whether an S Corp or C Corp is the best fit for your small business.
The Little Known 3-Step Blueprint for Attracting High-Ticket Clients (Without Having to Hard-sell)
Learn how to eliminate the “one big client” risk, without spending all of your time on business development.
3 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Steer Clear of Startup Roadblocks
Here’s a bit of not-so-surprising news: Startups fail. But what if a new business fails because it hits a roadblock it can’t bounce back from?
5 Essential Tools Every Contract Worker Needs to Maximize Their Productivity
Whether you’re a full-time freelancer, or growing your side hustle, it can be difficult to hold yourself accountable to stay productive. Check out these 5 tools to help stay focused and efficient.
The Megaphone of Main Street: Women’s Entrepreneurship, Infographic #3: The Impact of Mentoring on Business Success
SCORE’s latest infographic shows the impact of mentoring on business success. Read more
Simple Local SEO Changes You Can Make to Outrank Your Competitors
As a local business, you should first start strategizing on what you can do on (and off) your website to beat your competitors’ rankings.
3 Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses
Following these tips will help you assess the state of your small business’s security. Learn how to tell employees how to safeguard their information, too.
Financing, Mentorship, and Female Entrepreneurs
SCORE’s two latest infographics focus on financing challenges and mentorship’s impact on women entrepreneurs. They highlight the second and third parts of “The Megaphone of Main Street: Women’s Entrepreneurship.”
5 Features of a Great Side Gig Website
Use the following tips to great a great side gig website: one that can grow with your business, present you in the best light, and ensure interested parties are able to get in touch with you.