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
Start-Up Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. Read more
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. Read more
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Chicago SCORE Local Resources
Use these templates, tools and resources to help with your business needs. Read more
January 30: Trademarks & Copyrights - Is Your Brand Protected?
Learn how to protect your brand from imitators and competitors, why you need trademarks and copyrights, the type of content that can be protected and more. Read more
January 23: How to Take Your Business Global in the Digital Age
Create a road-map and an export experience that will take your business global in the digital age and bring you a ton of success. Read more
January 16: Get Predictable Returns with a Recurring Revenue Business Model
The concept of a recurring revenue business is quite appealing but it can be unsuccessful if entrepreneurs don't know the metrics that need to be managed. Read more
January 7: Move Your Business Beyond Its Competition: Recognize Non-Obvious Trends
This webinar will teach you how to master key habits to recognize non-obvious trends and get your business better prepared for the future. Read more
December 31: 2020’s Hottest Businesses, Markets & Trends
Discover the hottest new small businesses and industries, how to target different generations of consumers, the newest consumers and more. Read more
December 19: Growth-Hacks - Quick Wins and Great Tools for Your Business to Gain Traction
This presentation will demonstrate a few short processes and give you insights on fast wins across multiple channels for any business. Read more
December 12: How to Win Buyers and Influence Sales with Value
This presentation will cover the key components to creating value that will win over buyers, increase your sales and propel your business forward. Read more
December 10: Technical Strategies for Your Non-Profit’s Success
The 4 C’s for a non-profit’s success will be shared, specifically as it relates to finding a software solution that meets your needs. Read more
Fun is Powerful - Transform Your Creative Ideas Into Innovation and Profit
Discover how every business under the sun can derive new energy—and create new innovative possibilities—by tapping into the principles of creativity. Read more