Small Business Success Blog

In 2016, the Youngstown, Ohio chapter received a $5,000 grant through SCORE’s national office to promote the area Farmers’ Market.

You’ve been laid off from your job, and you’re applying to collect unemployment benefits. Can you use your unemployment benefits to finance your startup?

Small businesses are challenged to gain and retain the trust of their customers. Are you thinking and acting in the interest of your customer?

Rather than the Q&A format of a traditional interview, a working interview simulates the actual work involved in a position. Learn best practices.

A website has become a must-have for any small business. Make sure you have covered the basics of web design and development with this list.

What tactics do most small business owners use to get referrals? Save time and money by learning which ones actually work best.

Here are five basic rules that will help you make the most of staff communication in the small business workplace.

If you are currently in the process of ending the business’ operations, take care of these areas to ensure your business is officially terminated with the state.

Personalized Blankets creates personalized, meaningful baby gifts. But after more than 15 years, learn how the owner was able to reinvigorate her business.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs are more popular as companies try to build brands. Does this make sense for your business?

When starting a corporation, should you issue stock to your shareholders? Learn about types and classes of stock, their unique benefits and disadvantages.

A new predatory lending scheme is targeting struggling small business owners. Here's what to watch out for.