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How Can SCORE Help Me?
SCORE mentors offer free, helpful business advice online and through face-to-face mentoring. Find a SCORE office near you.
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SCORE In the News
11/24: See SCORE CEO Ken Yancey’s appearance on MSNBC discussing the significance of the first annual Small Business Saturday.
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Small Business Saturday extended through Dec 31
American Express has extended their first annual Small Business Saturday promotion through the month of December!
More than 1 million people are participating in the first annual Small Business Saturday, a national movement to drive shoppers to local merchants across the U.S. in order to create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country.
Learn more about promoting your business with Small Business Saturday.
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Winter Workshop Series
Take these popular, online workshops & webinars for business success:
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eNewsletters: Marketing Advice
Free business eNewsletters. Expert advice and news for business start-ups and entrepreneurs. Sign-up now!
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Starting a Business?
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Webinar: Pricing Products and Services
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Expert Advice: Sales Do’s and Don’ts, by Steve Strauss
The Company Corporation and SCORE provide a FREE workbook to start your business. Get a copy at your local SCORE office.
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In-Business and Growing?
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Webinar: Keep your Customers and Boost Sales
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eGuide: HP: Rethinking Your Marketing
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Expert Advice: Develop Strong Follow-Up Techniques, by Lisa Kanarek
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Marketing Your Business
Exclusive marketing tips, resources and tools from SCORE and our partners:
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Getting Business Connected
The SCORE Broadband Consortium provides Internet and e-commerce mentoring, training and services to ensure success for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Get connected and Learn more.
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Government Contracting
Did you know that Federal and local governments contract nearly $100 Billion annually with small businesses? SCORE, American Express OPEN and Give Me 5 provide resources and tips on developing your government clientele. Learn more.
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Get Involved & Get Social
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SCORE Celebrates Small Business
The 2010 SCORE Award winners are an inspiration. Find out more about these innovative entrepreneurs and champions of small business. -
Apply for the 2011 DREAM BIG Small Business Awards
Apply now for the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year Award and highlight your company’s success. All award winners will be recognized during America’s Small Business Summit on May 24, 2011 in Washington, D.C. See criteria, eligibility, and the application.
Upcoming Events
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12/1-12/31: QuickSTART Series Workshops
Nationwide: Ready to start a business? Attend the 5-part SCORE QuickSTART Series Workshops to get the answers you need. Find dates and locations. -
12/1-12/31: Keep Your Customers and Boost Sales
Online Webinar: Wondering how to gain loyal customers and stay ahead of the competition? New York Times best-selling author Jim Champy shares what you need to do to make customers passionate about your business. Sign-up for the webinar today, listen anytime. -
12/1-12/31: Most Popular Online Workshop
Online Webinar: Develop Your Business Plan. Focus your idea and plan for success. Get Started Now. -
12/2: Right Selling to the Right People
Nationwide 1pm Eastern: Do you have enough clients? Do you have the clients you want? This webinar focuses on identifying the best, most desired customers. Learn more and register. -
12/9-12/11: Weekend In Boca IV: Civil Society Leadership Symposium
Boca Raton, FL: Join SCORE Foundations Resa Kierstein and Mark Dobosz at this free Symposium that will delve into key volunteerism topics delivered through keynote speakers, panel discussions and other presentations. Register now. -
1/13-1/15, 2011: SCORE Counseling at 2011 NAMM
Anaheim, CA: NAMM is collaborating with SCORE and other organizations and will provide free business resources and mentoring sessions that offer solutions to your business challenges. Learn more & register.