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Overcome the Fear of Business Planning by Using the Business Model Canvas

Learn about one of the newest forms of business planning, and begin detailing the steps needed to launch or grow your small business. Read more

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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

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The Secrets of Writing a Successful Business Plan

Hal Shelton, author of "Secrets to Writing a Successful Business Plan" and SCORE mentor, has developed worksheets for each part of the business plan writing process. Read more

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Entrepreneurship Resources for Veterans

November 14, 2017, Rieva Lesonsky

Some 2.5 million military veterans in the U.S. own businesses, according to the Small Business Administration. Are you a veteran who owns a business or hopes to start one in the near future?

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Questions to Ask Franchisees

Before purchasing a franchise, talking to a current franchise owner could help you decide whether to buy a franchise or not. Read more

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The Truth About Franchising vs. Licensing in 3 Minutes

July 31, 2017, Yamarie Grullon

An explanation of franchising vs. licensing, with advantages and disadvantages of each to help entrepreneurs make wise business decisions.

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Top Misperceptions About Franchising

July 27, 2017, 1:00pm EDT

This webinar will cover some of the biggest misperceptions about franchising and help you gain a true understanding of the franchise business model. Read more

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Tools for Veteran Entrepreneurs

July 12, 2017, Laurie Marks Law

In 2016, the US Census Bureau reported that veterans own a whopping 7.5% of small businesses in the US – that’s 405,235 businesses out of 5.4 million nationwide!

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Questions to Ask Franchisors

Download this template for a list of questions you should ask a potential franchisor before entering into any kind of agreement. Read more

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Understanding the Key Clauses in Your Commercial Lease

June 8, 2017, 4:15pm EDT

As part of our Small Business Success Virtual Conference, this webinar will provide tips for negotiating your lease, dangerous lease pitfalls and more. Read more

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Podcast: Michele Scott, Owner of Home Helpers Home Care, South Tulsa, OK

In this podcast, Ramon Ray chats with Michele Scott, owner of Home Helpers Home Care, South Tulsa, OK. Read more

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Looking at the History of Business Plans Could Portend a Profitable Future

February 23, 2017, Hal Shelton

What's striking about the history of business plans is how little has changed. Sure, the medium we use has changed over the centuries, but the end result – having a written plan that demonstrates to the business owner and possible investors how to make a profit – has remained consistent.

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What to Know Before You Buy a Restaurant

January 26, 2017, Drake Forester

Past success may be a broad indication of future prosperity, but a more detailed evaluation of an existing restaurant is essential before purchasing it.

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Determining Your Franchise Business Preferences

Thinking about your personal business preferences will help you to identify how various businesses will fit your own management style. Read more

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