Owning a business is both exciting and intimidating.
With SCORE, you have lots of support. Browse these tools and find resources to help you on starting or growing your enterprise. Your SCORE mentor can assist in putting your ideas into action
Writing a business plan gives you an opportunity to carefully think through every step to starting your business so you can better prepare and handle any challenges
Research your competitive environment by gaining greater insights about your business.
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Develop a comprehesive financial projection spreadsheet, which will include your financial reports such as, Cash Flow Statement, Balance Sheet, Income Statement or go to the first box below to try our 13 Week Cash Flow Analysis Template.
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Local Texas Resources and Other Valuable Links
Below are links to various national, state and local organizations that may be important to helping you connect with the right resource to helping you navigate the areas necessary Read more
How to Conduct a SWOT Analysis for Your Small Business
In this post, we will define SWOT Analysis, explain why you need one, and show you how to do it. Plus, there will be plenty of examples along the way.
Cash Reserves: Turning Challenging Times into an Opportunity
During times like this pandemic, adequate cash reserves can help your business proactively take advantage of new possibilities.
Infographic: The Impact of COVID-19 on Established Small Businesses - April 2020
In early April 2020, SCORE surveyed business owners who have been in operation at least a year on how they think the coronavirus could affect their business. Read more
5 Things Brick-and-Mortars Should Be Doing to Succeed Right Now
All business owners face challenges, and when unforeseeable events, like COVID-19, happen, you dig deep, adapt and overcome, even brick-and-mortar businesses.
Benefits of Forming an LLC or Incorporating for Your Online Art Business
Could you benefit from forming an LLC or incorporating your online art business? Read about what each entity type offers.
The Action Plan for Manufacturing Businesses
Manufacturing businesses are facing many challenges during the pandemic. This eguide offers steps on how to adapt and protect your business. Read more
The Action Plan for Repair & Maintenance Service Businesses
Download this eguide for steps on how to adapt and protect your repair or maintenance business. Read more
The Action Plan for Professional Service Businesses
This eguide provides step-by-step directions to help you manage your professional service business through difficult times and keep you moving forward. Read more
The Action Plan for Pet Care Services
Pet care professionals have found themselves scrambling to adapt during COVID-19. This eguide offers steps on how to protect your business. Read more