Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
Writing a business plan is an opportunity to carefully think through every step of starting your company so you can prepare for success. Read more
Start-Up Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. Read more
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. Read more
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Worcester SCORE Local Resources
Starting a new business is a large undertaking. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent resources online and at your finger tips. Read more
Worcester SCORE Small Business Assistance
Our more than 40 Worcester SCORE volunteers are dedicated to helping small business owners and entrepreneurs to take their existing business to the next level, or to start a new on Read more
Upcoming Worcester Business Events from WBRA
The Worcester Business Resource Alliance (WBRA) is a loose network of business professionals, technical assistance providers, lenders, and community development organizations that Read more
MAss.gov Official Website for Businesses
Worcester SCORE provides a link to the Massachusetts website of tools and resources to help you succeed in MA business. Read more
Data for MA Cities and Towns
City-Data.com is helpful if you ever need to research any U.S. city, zip code, or neighborhood for any reason. Worcester SCORE provides their link to all MA cities and towns. Read more
Business Plan: excellent free Draft outline
BUSINESS PLAN - a five-page comprehensive, bulleted outline as a helpful, short model. Read more
November 14: Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business
This webinar will discuss the continuously changing tax law landscape, from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to other legislation and IRS pronouncements. Read more
November 12: Angel Investing 101- What is an Angel Investor and Does My Business Need One?
Fundamental aspects of Angel Investing will be shared that will help you easily determine when to seek out an Angel Investor and why. Read more
November 7: Become a Better Business Using 3 Top Marketing Trends
This webinar will provide immediately actionable ideas that are trending right now to firmly plant your product or service in consumers’ minds. Read more