SCORE offers low-cost workshops designed to provide practical business information for the current or prospective business owner in both for-profit and not for-profit businesses.
You know you want to start a business, but what kind? Join Rieva Lesonsky, CEO of GrowBiz Media and SmallBizDaily, as she reveals today's hottest trends and identifies businesses that promise to pay off big in the years to come.
You've made one business a success...now it's time to start your second! Or is it? Before you start your next venture, ask yourself these crucial questions.
Establishing a strong brand is important to business success, and your company's intellectual property can become its most valuable asset. SCORE and Rocket Lawyer's Laurie Marshall explain what elements of your brand need trademark protection, how the trademark process works and the risks involved if you don't register your trademark.
Building a business from the ground up requires arming yourself with the latest know-how. Small business expert Michael Evans tells you what promising business ideas are on the horizon for small businesses, how crowdfunding has changed the startup capital landscape and more in this month's ExpertAnswers newsletter and Small Business Success Blog.
"When I restructured my business, I was looking for direction. That's when I sought help from SCORE and began preparing a comprehensive business plan. The advice and counseling I received was invaluable. It helped me make the business vital. I'm very grateful for SCORE!"
The Obama Administration launched Business.USA.gov/healthcare, a one-stop-shop Website which will provide employers of all sizes educational materials on how the Affordable Care Act may affect businesses and help them compete. The site includes a wizard tool that is tailored based on size and location, so businesses can learn how the law helps them provide affordable coverage options to their employees while still meeting their bottom line.
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You've made one business a success...now it's time to start your second! Or is it? Before you start your next venture, ask yourself these crucial questions.
The Obama Administration launched 
Before you start your new business, be sure to check out the expert resources SCORE has available to help you succeed.
