Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
To increase your odds of a successful business startup, download this step-by-step business plan template you can use to plan for your new business. Read more
Startup Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. The key to avoiding this... 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. You will learn whether business ownership is right for you. Read more
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Preparing for your SCORE Appointment
Preparing for your appointment is optional, but if you do a little beforehand it greatly enhances the effectiveness of your mentoring session and you maximize the mentor’s ability... Read more
Local Coronavirus Business Resources
SCORE Chicago is committed to providing you the best service we can during this time. The following is a list of SBA and state resources to help affected businesses secure needed... Read more
Jennifer Barncard, of Popsicle Social Media - Featured Business Owner
Meet Jennifer Barncard, owner of Popsicle Social Media and Featured Business Owner at SCORE Chicago this week. Learn how she started and what tips she has for your success. Read more
Chicago SCORE Local Resources
Use these templates, tools and resources to help with your business needs. Read more
September 6: Your Marketing Roadmap - Ask the Questions You Need Answered
In part 4 of the "Your Marketing Roadmap" webinar series the floor is open to you to ask our expert your marketing questions. Read more
August 2: Your Marketing Roadmap - Content, Publicity and Personal Branding
Part 3 of the "Your Marketing Roadmap" webinar series will address how to integrate content marketing, publicity and personal branding to grow your business. Read more
July 7: Your Marketing Roadmap - Stop Selling and Start Educating
In part 2 of the "Your Marketing Roadmap" webinar series you will learn the effectiveness of educating customers instead of trying to "sell" to them. Read more
June 30: The Basics of Tik Tok Digital Marketing
In this webinar, you will learn the essentials of TikTok digital marketing such as reputation management, website SEO and paid ads. Read more
June 23: How to Complete a SWOT Analysis - A Step by Step Demonstration
This webinar will provide a brief overview of a SWOT analysis along with an interactive live demonstration of an actual SWOT analysis with an attendee. Read more
June 21: A Practical Approach to Small Business Budgeting
In this webinar you will learn why an annual budget is necessary for running and maintaining a small business. Read more
June 16: The 5 Stages of Delegation to Energize Your Business Growth
In this webinar, you will learn how to regain work balance, create freedom and grow your business by delegating your workload and focusing on key tasks. Read more
June 14: Google Business Profile - How to Rank High On Google Local Search Results
In this session you will learn how to manage your Google Business Profile, optimization strategies as well as answers to frequently asked questions. Read more