If there's one thing small business owners can never get enough of - it's smart planning for their ventures. Whether you're considering your own start-up, or looking for tips to grow your existing business, here are a few informative websites that offer a variety of resources.
Wachovia's Small Business Section The Small Business section of our website is dedicated to the tools, services, and resources you need to start or grow your business. Sample some of the valuable information we provide:
Guidance to meet your needs. From managing your finances to retaining employees, we have practical guides to help you as you build your business.
Take control of your business. Looking for business discounts on your everyday spending or for information on woman-owned businesses? Visit our Resource Center. You'll have access to a wide range of articles and tips to keep you up-to-date.
SBA: A Savvy Small Business Resource from Uncle Sam The U.S. Small Business Administration is a government body dedicated to protecting the interests of small businesses. Their website is a storehouse of information for every type of entrepreneur. If you have dreams of starting your own company, are looking to finance your business, or want some free online small business training, you'll find it all at the comprehensive SBA website.
SCORE: Counselors to Small Business Owners SCORE is a non-profit association that taps into a network of 10,500 volunteers who are either retired or working executives. As a small business owner, you can get free and confidential business advice from these volunteers over email, 24/7. SCORE also has over 350 chapters across the country if you'd like face-to-face counseling from a seasoned executive in the SCORE network.
Magazines: Online Content Dedicated to Entrepreneurs You've probably walked into a bookstore and noticed a variety of magazines targeted to the small business owner. Some of them also have extensive online content that is a mouse-click away. You can tap into how-to guides and tools that are conveniently divided into subject areas like marketing, technology, or finance. Take a look at the Inc.com or Entrepreneur magazine websites.
We Meet Your Needs We're committed to helping small business owners like you reach your goals and achieve the success you've always dreamed about. If you're looking for one place to start, look no further than our Small Business section.
