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Business Plan For a Startup Business
The real value of creating a business plan is not in having the finished product in hand; rather, the value lies in the process of researching and thinking about your business in a Read more
Financial Projections Template
Download this financial projections Excel template to calculate your startup expenses, payroll costs, sales forecast, cash flow, income statement and more. Read more
Small Business Guide to Online Marketing
Greater Hartford SCORE’s Version of Online Marketing 101 Read more
Finding Financing for Your Small Business In Connecticut
Accessing Capital Overview: Read more
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business
Make a smart start on your business idea with the Simple Steps for Starting Your Business series. Read more
Simple Steps for Growing Your Business Workbook
SCORE is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs succeed. As part of that goal, we offer this educational resource to help you plan for that success. Read more
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Business Plan For a Startup Business
The real value of creating a business plan is not in having the finished product in hand; rather, the value lies in the process of researching and thinking about your business in a Read more
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.