SCORE - A Great Resource for Small Businesses
Peter Hayes
What is SCORE?
SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, business mentors. They have approximately 10,000 volunteers in more than 250 chapters nationwide. Most, if not all SCORE mentors bring real-world business experience. They are typically working and/or retired business owners, executives and managers who have been through the same challenges and decisions that many entrepreneurs are facing today.
I have personally worked with a number of volunteer mentors in a few different cities and have always found their advice to be honest (sometimes a bit too honest...) sincere, and trustworthy. They are objective and knowledgeable - especially about their local community - and very approachable. In addition to one-on-one conversations, I have found their online business resources to be be a great starting point whenever I run into new questions about starting/running a business. They also have an ongoing series of webinars and events that cover a variety of topics. From business plans and spreadsheets to marketing advice and general small business help, I highly recommend utilizing this set of free resources for your new or growing business.
Learn more about what they have to offer at this link.
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