Your First Step Toward Business Growth: SWOT Analysis
Should you perform a SWOT analysis regularly? This planning technique can help you identify what your business is doing well and what it needs to improve. Read more
4 Secrets to Grow Your Business Independent of Your Role
This webinar shares simple and easy steps to reduce your business's reliance on your personal production and get you the time back needed to grow your company. Read more
View WebinarStrategically and Successfully Grow Your Small Business
This session will provide you with key aspects you should consider that will assure you have everything covered as you develop a plan for growth. Read more
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Resources for Starting or Staying in Business
Browse through this resource to find local help from Help Lines to Angel Investors. There are phone numbers and links to these resources provided. Read more
Raleigh SCORE Services Directory
The Services Directory contains the contact information for persons or firms providing services to small businesses in the greater Raleigh area. Read more
Small Business Resource Guide
This guide will facilitate small businesses in finding the resources they need to ensure they are successful leaders for the Triangle and beyond. Read more
2021 Summer Business Plan Support - Resource Packet
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Growth Strategies for Veteran Entrepreneurs
While survival was the name of the game for many small business owners during the COVID-19 pandemic, today’s entrepreneurs see a brighter future ahead. In Meta’s most recent Global State of Small Business report, small business owners in North America feel confident about surviving for at least another six months under present conditions. That’s good news for veteran-owned businesses strategizing how to grow to the next stage of success.
SWOT Analysis Worksheet
Download this worksheet to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats for your business. This information can help you outline goals and strategies for your... Read more
Job Analysis Worksheet
Download this template to help you determine the responsibilities you will delegate and the essential qualities you need in your first employee. Read more
How To Do Market Research
In order to reach, connect with and sell to your target market, you need to have a firm grasp on who they are. Conducting market research will help you develop a fuller picture of... Read more
Insight From Women in Business - Stories From Women Entrepreneurs
In celebration of National Women’s Small Business Month, we have invited business owners and SCORE mentors to share their journeys and answer your questions. Read more
Prepare and Protect Your Small Business
As an entrepreneur, you put your heart and soul into making your business a success. So, ensuring your business is protected against the unexpected makes sense. That's where business insurance comes in. This article will help you understand the different kinds of insurance you can purchase and how they can help you mitigate risks.
The Small Business Rural/Urban Divide Part 2: Hungry for Talent and Technology
Rural small businesses face greater challenges to economic recovery and are less optimistic about the future compared to their non-rural counterparts, according to new survey data... Read more
Recession Resistant Business Types and Models
In this webinar, our expert presenter will look at past recessions to determine business trends, types, and models best suited to resist future economic downturns. Read more