Operations Resources

Do you know raise, hold or fold? Mike Nunneley from the Small Business Development Center tells us that you need to understand your current situation and Know Your Numbers first! Then, find a way to succeed.

Writing the plan forces you to see both the positive and negative aspects of this business venture, says Cheryl Hoffman, SCORE mentor. Learn about doing your research and developing a plan that will guide your business.

SCORE mentor Paul Krecke shares insights into the decision many entrepreneurs face: To LLC or Not to LLC!

SCORE mentor Tracy Dryovage offers advice for local businesses on where to get help.

As a Dairy Queen lover at heart, and growing up on blizzards and strawberry milkshakes, Dairy Queen was always a pit stop for Erika Kleeman, her two children and her parents. When the opportunity to work for herself and bought the thriving business presented itself years later, Erika Kleeman grabbed it .

Learn how to grow your business, without increasing the time you work, by efficiently and effectively managing your time and delegating the work. Read more

Learn how to price your goods/services in a way that can cover your costs, ensure profitability, and ensure continuous business operations. Read more

In the last chapter of the Roadmap, you’ll prepare for your grand opening and learn important steps to keep your business running smoothly in its first year. Read more

Choosing your startup company’s brick-and-mortar location is a crucial decision. Watch chapter 10 of the Startup Roadmap for tips. Read more

This free online business workshop will identify ways your company can grow and attract new partners and investors. Read more

This workshop will help you understand why you must protect your company's intellectual property, three forms of intellectual property protection and more. Read more

This online workshop provides a self-assessment and different approaches your company can use in understanding and responding to market changes. Read more