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Google Alerts
Google Alerts is a free service provided by Google to track multiple media outlets: news, blogs, discussions, even YouTube videos and Twitter feeds. Google Alerts can be used in many ways by small businesses and entrepreneurs to monitor the web for critical, relevant news.
What is an FDD?
A franchisor will send you the company’s Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) once you have filled out an application and indicated serious interest in the franchise. The Read more
Balance Sheet Projection Template
Projecting your balance sheet can be quite a complex accounting problem, but that does not mean you need to be a professional accountant to do it or to benefit from the exercise. Read more
3-Year Profit and Loss Projection
This template can be used to calculate the projected profit of 3 years. Read more
Business Signs are a Great Marketing Tool
You might be missing a golden opportunity if you don't have a business sign. Read more
Business Plan Presentation Template
Use this template when creating a presentation for your business plan. Read more
Become an Accomplished Government Contractor
This guide explains how to be successful on an ongoing basis in government contracting. Read more
Pitch Your Business
Follow these guidelines to develop or refine a pitch that sizzles. Read more
Design Is Your Competitive Advantage
Whether you’re growing your business or you’re in the early stages of just starting one, think design, design, design.
Lessons from the Shark Tank
Steve Strauss, founder of www.theselfemployed.com, shares 5 lessons entrepreneurs can learn from the TV show "Shark Tank." Read more
Get Found Online: "Look, Ma! I’m on the Internet!"
Rieva Lesonsky, CEO of GrowBiz Media, shares 4 tips for making sure your business gets found on the internet. Read more