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The Latest on PPP and Federal Stimulus Relief Efforts
There are important changes to the PPP helping sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals receive more financial support. Read more
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SBA Funding Updates
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New Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans: How to Qualify and Apply
More PPP loans, EIDL grants, Pandemic Unemployment benefits, and other small business relief are coming soon. Here we do our best to explain the legislation that includes a new... Read more
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eGuide
Business Survival Tools
In 2008, our country experienced a crippling recession that shut down thousands of small businesses. This helpful toolkit will guide you through the difficult decisions you must... Read more
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SBA Financial Management Workbook
Every decision you make in your business—whether it’s creating a website, investing in classified ads, or hiring an employee—has a financial impact. And each business decision... Read more
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Business Plan Roadmap
What is a business plan and why do I need one?
A business plan defines the nature and scope of your business, quantifies your product mix/volume and/or service type/scope goals,... Read more
eGuide
SBA Business Smart Toolkit
The SBA Business Smart Toolkit is a ready-to-use workshop toolkit developed jointly by National Association for Government Guaranteed Lenders and SBA. The workshop lays the... Read more
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Valley Resource Directory
The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center has created a Valley Business Resource Directory to provide answers for those seeking information about local, state, and... Read more
Checklist
Business Idea Analysis
The first key to business success is to determine if your business idea is viable. Entrepreneurs need to think ahead and estimate how the product(s) or service(s) they envision... Read more
eGuide
Business Health Checkup
Questionnaire for ascertaining the general overall business condition in terms of financial, management, marketing, and customer relationship strengths/weaknesses. Read more
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Self Assessment Guidelines
White Paper that addresses the prerequisite talents and traits for starting a business and describes the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Read more
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Why COVID-19 Is the Turning Point for Fempreneurship?
March 5, 2021, Hazel Raoult
The Covid-19 pandemic has hit female entrepreneurs particularly hard. In this article, we take a closer look at how the pandemic has impacted women business owners and entrepreneurs and what they can expect in the future.
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New Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans: How to Qualify and Apply
More PPP loans, EIDL grants, Pandemic Unemployment benefits, and other small business relief are coming soon. Here we do our best to explain the legislation that includes a new... Read more
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What Does It Mean To Be a Successful Woman in Business?
March 4, 2021, Brett Farmiloe
From making a difference in someone's life to initiating meaningful change in your industry, here are several ways women radiate success in business that may help you.
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How to Create Personas for Small Business
March 3, 2021, Mark Quadros
Building a buyer persona can make a huge difference for your small business. Here's how to complete the process in five east steps.