Business Plans & Startup Assistance Resources

Looking for inspiration? Let’s review some of the best TED talks to listen to and the lessons you can learn from them. Read more

What would you change about your business if you could go back and do it all over again? This study shows most wouldn't change a whole lot.

The first decision you need to make when launching your business is whether to start part-time or full-time. Here's a closer look at some of the factors.

Flexibility and focus are needed to stay centered on a strategy to yield dividends. Learn how to create one-page plan of action for the coming 90 days.

Join this webinar and learn about the resources available to minority entrepreneurs and practical steps on how to launch, grow and innovate your business. Read more

How do Millennial small business owners differ? This survey shows that when it comes to business ownership, this generation is focused on the long term.

How do you know if your business idea is a good one? This article helps you mitigate risks and build confidence in your idea before investing too much.

Here’s a bit of not-so-surprising news: Startups fail. But you can avoid some common roadblocks and have a successful business.

Learn about Everything Homebrew - a specialty retail store selling equipment and ingredients for homebrewing beer, wine, cider, mead and soda.

Learn from experienced entrepreneurs 10 ways to save money in the first stages of starting a business and boost your potential for success. Read more

Small-town entrepreneurs benefit from a lower cost of living and less competition, but they may suffer from a limited customer and employee base.

The sales and marketing section of your business plan describes how you intend to sell your product. Learn what you should include in this section.