Small Business Resources

The following resources and online tools can help you improve your businesses across several key dimensions of competitiveness.

General Business Tools:

• “Are You Ready to Start a Business?” Self-Assessment Tool
• Free Sample Business Plans
• Free Online Courses from the SBA
• MySolutionSpot Small Business Resource

Capital Access:

• “Are You Qualified for a Line of Credit?” Quiz
• Equity Simulator
• SCORE Small Business Lending Center
• Search Small Business Financing Sources
• Free Annual Credit Report

Marketing & Innovation:

• 15 Steps to Writing a Winning Marketing Plan
• 15 Steps to Writing a Winning Business Plan
• Small Business Ideas from Idea Cafe
• 20 Small Business Ideas for Small Towns
• Get Online Video Guide
• Find a Domain Name
• Get Listed on ThinkLocal Business Directory
• Online Marketing Solutions
• Search Engine Marketing Seminars

Workforce:

• Human Resources Templates & Tools
• Training Management Resources
• Free Online Timesheet
• Background Checks

Customer Service:

• Online Survey Tool

Computer Technology:

• Online Document Management
• Event Registration Tool
• Inventory Management Tool
• Online Shipping Marketplace
• Network Solutions Technology Products

Compliance:

• File for a Business Name
• Get a Tax ID Number
• Search Existing Patents
• Contracts & Forms from Bitlaw
• Find Local Legal Help