Owning a business is both exciting and intimidating; but you have lots of support. Find resources to help you make decisions on starting or growing your enterprise. Browse these tools, then contact your SCORE mentor to get help putting your ideas into action.
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Business Model Canvas
Business Model Canvas is a strategic management and lean startup template for developing new or documenting existing business models. It is a visual chart with elements describing Read more
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Business & Financial Planning Templates
These tools can be your first step towards small business success. Read more
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SCORE Business Briefs
Created by SCORE Mentors our SCORE's Business Briefs are (.pdf) files that can be accessed by clicking on the file name. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to open these f Read more
Podcast
How to Start an Maintain a Non Profit Organization
Podcast: How to Start and Maintain a Nonprofit – free practical advice for SCORE partners and clients Read more
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Local SW FL Resources
Links to federal, state and local resources help you start or expand your business.
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FL Tax Resources
Overview
Business TaxesThe form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them.
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Blog
9 Mind-Blowing Facts about Chatbot Marketing
July 19, 2019, Jennene Biggins
A chatbot is a computer program that stimulates conversation with users over the internet. Learn how this AI tool can help your small business marketing.
Article
Getting Your Business Licenses and Permits
In order to ensure you’re legally able to operate your new business, you’ll need to obtain the necessary business licenses and permits. Read more
Blog
Your Employees are Your Best Advocates
July 18, 2019, Bridget Weston Pollack
When product knowledge becomes product advocacy, your employees help customers experience more than just a sales pitch.
Blog
Freight Forwarding and Your Small Business Exports
July 17, 2019, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Have you just made your first international sale and wonder how you should go about shipping your goods overseas?