Small Business Resources: Business Information for Small Business Owners

When it comes to small business resources, we’ve got you covered. Browse through this ever-expanding collection of free marketing resources for small business, from in-depth guides, to actionable social media templates, checklists, business guides, business tools and more.

Below is a mix of small business resource articles, templates, checklists or quizzes written by small business experts for small business owners just like you.

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Small Business Loan
Apply for a Small Business Loan Today
When banks say no, you want yes! Our small business loans center, powered by Biz2Credit, offers quick business funding answers. Biz2Credit has arranged over $2 billion in funding for amazing businesses like yours!
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small business loan
Do You Qualify for a Small Business Loan?
Do you know what it takes to qualify for a small business loan? This tool analyzes how a business lender will view your personal credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and how attractive your cash flow position is.
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What is Digital Knowledge Management
What is Digital Knowledge Management & Why Should You Care?
Artificial intelligence like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant are changing how consumers find and interact with your business. Find out how these services determine what answers to give.
Watch It Now! Sponsored By Yext
Should You Incorporate Now or in 2012?
Your Guide to Incorporate A Business
Browse this online guide that walks you through the process to incorporate a business. Also included is a short quiz that can help you decide which business structure is right for you and your business.
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Motivational Gallery
Let your innovative spirit soar with this collection of motivational content! Everything from motivational quote images, to lists of quotes, to advice on how to stay motivated. Leverage it to inspire you and your team.
Get Motivated
Clever Employee Gift Ideas
Your Guide to Business Gift Giving
Gift giving at the Holidays is not just a way to strengthen bonds with family and friends. It can also cement business relationships. This online guide to business gift giving can help you accomplish that.
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How Small Businesses Can Close Sales More Quickly
How to Close Sales Quickly
Download this free whitepaper to begin streamlining your contract signing procedures and processes so that you can close sales faster and get paid sooner.
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Find What Business Structure is Right for You
Choose Your Business Structure
Not sure which business structure is right for you? This quiz will help you determine what type of business structure is right for your situation: LLC, incorporation or DBA. It's fast, fun, easy and only takes a minute.
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savings goal calculator
Savings Goal Calculator
This savings goal calculator can help to identify how much you can save just by cutting down on simple everyday expenses. Cut that expensive cup of coffee and see what you can save.
Start Saving
business loan calculator
Business Loan Calculator
This handy tool lets you calculate loan terms, various interest rates, different loan amounts and also generates an amortization schedule. Explore different scenarios.
Calculate
research your business
Conduct Competitive Research
Have you ever wondered, "How does my business compare?" If so, this free competitive intelligence tool can help research your business. Need help with new business development? This tool can identify geographical areas to target, too.
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net worth calculator
Net Worth Calculator
Ever wondered what you're worth? Use this net worth calculator to find out today. Just enter your liabilities and your assets and you'll know instantly.
Find Out
social media calendar template
Social Media Calendar Template
This social media calendar template for small business is based on the calendar format we use internally here at Small Business Trends LLC. Get your social media marketing campaigns on track using this calendar.
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startup business calculator
Startup Costs Calculator
Want to open your own business but not sure how much money you'd need? This calculator can tell you your startup costs so you know what it takes.
Calculate Costs
Make Your Own One Page Marketing Plan
Make a One Page Marketing Plan
Would you like to make a one page marketing plan for your business? If so, you've come to the right place! To generate a one page marketing plan, simply complete the steps on the form you'll find here.
Create a Plan
franchise guide
Franchise Guide
This Franchise Guide helps you decide about buying a franchise. It's an introduction to franchises for beginners and aspiring owners.
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Cybercrime Security Ebook
Download this Cybercrime Security Ebook
Study after study highlights a sad fact. Small businesses are treated as “soft” targets by hackers and cybercriminals. Those of us in small businesses need to be on guard when it comes to cybersecurity.
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5 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Business
Buy a Business
Want to become a business owner but don't want to start from scratch? Check out business that are for sale in your area.
Start Looking
Energy Tax Savings Free Ebook
Energy Tax Savings eBook
This ebook will tell you how to control your energy budget, where to look for little known energy rebates and loan programs for small businesses and much more.
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Explore the Zoho Ecosystem
Zoho has a lot to offer small business owners. It's a platform to run your entire business off of. Discover what it can do for your business.
Tell me More Sponsored By Zoho
Clever Tips for Home Improvement Contractors
Clever Tips for Home Improvement Contractors
Pointers and advice for starting, owning and operating a home improvement contracting business. For small businesses in landscaping, cleaning services, handymen, plumbers, remodelers and more.
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Smart Advice for Running Your Healthcare Business
Smart Advice for Running Your Healthcare Business
A collection of advice articles for small businesses in healthcare, including doctors, dentists, chiropractors, audiologists, eye doctors and more.
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Top Franchise Opportunities – Lists and More Lists
Top Franchise Opportunities - Lists and More Lists
We list the top franchise opportunities, including our favorites: food franchises, storage, retail, service businesses and much more.
Get Started
Business Ideas: Over 1,000 Startup Ideas!
Business Ideas: Over 1,000 Startup Ideas!
A huge collection of business ideas you can start today! Lists of ideas to choose from -- for entrepreneurs of every experience level (including no experience at all).
Get Started
High Octane Tips for Running an Automotive Business
High Octane Tips for Running an Automotive Business
Secrets to running your small automotive business. For small businesses including car dealers, repair shops, salvage, auto detailers, motorcycle dealers, small auto parts dealers and more.
Start It Up!
Checklist: How to Start a Business with No Money
How to Start a Business with no Money Checklist
Lack of funds should not deter you from pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams. Use this checklist to get started and make sure you cover all your bases.
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small business advertising guide
Small Business Advertising Guide
Learn how to advertise your small business. In this guide we answer all your questions about advertising including how much to pay, where to advertise for free and which ads work best.
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negotiating a business deal
Checklist to Negotiate a Business Deal
This 9-point negotiating checklist has been honed specifically for small business. These nine points are critical for successful small business negotiations. Consider each of them when negotiating a business deal.
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Infographic Resume
The Infographic Resume: Pros, Cons and How-To
Pictures are not only worth a thousand words, they can also help you get a job. Visual content is more appealing to look at and can illustrate …
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Free Landing Page Templates
Download Free Landing Page Templates
A successfully designed landing page converts website visitors into taking action. Get landing pages, a CSS style sheet, and even the thank-you page that your website visitor is directed to upon completing the lead form.
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