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Should You Use Crowdfunding to Help Finance Your Business?
Reward-based, equity and debt are all types of crowdfunding available to small businesses. Here are some tips that businesses can use to create a successful campaign.
Do You Have a 5-Year Plan for Your Business?
No matter how successful your business is now, developing a strategic plan for your business can help take your company to even greater heights.
Resources to Help You Create an Effective Employee Handbook
A small business has several resources available to help them put together a comprehensive employee handbook. Here are tips on how to get your employees read it, too.
Tax Time: A Guide to Completing the Schedule C
If you operate a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC, make sure you know how to complete the Schedule C Form.
Infographic: Is Crowdfunding Right for Your Small Business?
SCORE’s latest infographic, sponsored by Nav, details the trends of crowdfunding for small businesses and whether this financing method could work your company. Read more
Steel Your Small Business Against Employee Theft
Burglary or theft is the most common reason for small business insurance claims, accounting for 20% of all. In some cases, an employee turns out to be the culprit.
Female Entrepreneurs: How to Weave Your Authentic Story into Marketing
People purchase from brands that they know, like and trust. Here are three simple ways to weave your authentic story into your marketing strategy.
What Makes or Breaks a Successful Small Business?
What makes or breaks a successful small business? Here’s a closer look at four things successful business owners do right—and one thing they need to do better.
Finance Fundamentals: 6 Areas of Focus to Successfully Operate Your Business
Finance and accounting can be intimidating topics for entrepreneurs. This guide was designed to help you operate your business more efficiently. Read more
Did You Miss the Fall 2018 Small Business Success Virtual Conference?
SCORE hosted our sixth Small Business Success Virtual Conference, a half-day event featuring nine webinars, mentoring sessions, resources and networking rooms.
A Guide to the S Corporation
Of all the business entities someone could form, the S corporation is likely the most widely misunderstood. Should you structure your business as an S Corp, C Corp or LLC?