Business Planning and Strategy
1) Small Business Administration (SBA)
Website: www.sba.gov
Description: Comprehensive resources on starting and managing a business, including guides on business plans and financing.
2) Bplans
Website: www.bplans.com
Description: Offers free business plan templates and advice on business planning.
3) Harvard Business Review
Website: hbr.org
Description: Insights and articles on business strategy, leadership, and management.
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Funding and Financial Management
1) SCORE Financial Templates
Website: www.score.org/resource/business-planning-financial-statements-template-gallery
Description: Free financial statement templates and planning tools.
2) IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center
Website: www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed
Description: Tax information and resources for small businesses.
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Marketing and Sales
1) HubSpot Blog
Website: blog.hubspot.com
Description: Articles on inbound marketing, sales, and customer service strategies.
2) Moz Blog
Website: moz.com/blog
Description: Resources on SEO and online marketing to improve online visibility.
3) Google for Small Business
Website: smallbusiness.withgoogle.com
Description: Tools and tips for getting your business online and reaching more customers.
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Legal and Compliance
1) Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Business Center
Website: www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center
Description: Guidance on advertising, privacy, and security compliance.
2) NOLO
Website: www.nolo.com
Description: Legal articles, DIY legal forms, and products for small businesses.
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Management and Operations
1) Entrepreneur.com
Website: www.entrepreneur.com
Description: Advice on management, growth strategies, and best business practices.
2) Inc.com
Website: www.inc.com
Description: Articles on entrepreneurship, starting and growing a business.
3) Asana Resources
Website: asana.com/resources
Description: Project management guides and productivity tips.
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Education and Training
1) SCORE Mentoring
Website: www.score.org
Description: Free mentoring and educational workshops from experienced business professionals.
2) LinkedIn Learning
Website: www.linkedin.com/learning/
Description: Online courses covering various business skills, from leadership to technology.
3) MIT OpenCourseWare
Website: ocw.mit.edu
Description: Free courses on entrepreneurship, economics, and business management.
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Industry News and Trends
1) Bloomberg Business
Website: www.bloomberg.com
Description: Up-to-date business news and market trends.
2) Fast Company
Website: www.fastcompany.com
Description: Articles on innovation, technology, and leadership.
3) TechCrunch
Website: techcrunch.com
Description: News on startups and technology advancements that could impact businesses.
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Additional Resources
1) Canva Business Resources
Website: www.canva.com/learn/business/
Description: Design tips and tools for creating marketing materials.
2) TED Talks Business
Website: www.ted.com/topics/business
Description: Inspirational talks covering a wide range of business topics.
3) U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Website: www.uschamber.com
Description: Advocacy and resources for businesses, including policy updates and networking opportunities.
4) Local Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
Website: www.americassbdc.org
Description: Personalized assistance and training through local centers.
