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6 things women shouldn’t do when starting a business
Women currently are majority owners of 39% of U.S. small businesses, a 45% increase from 2007 to 2016, according to SCORE, a network of volunteer business mentors sponsored by the... Read more
Fish Creek henna art, jewelry store opens, thanks to COVID-19 cancellations
The first month running the store "went pretty good," Wilde said, although some slower days led her to question her decision. She said guidance from her mentor at SCORE, a... Read more
Convierte tus habilidades en una oportunidad de negocio
Ya sea que el desempleo sea una realidad o una preocupación para ti, no estás solo. Una encuesta realizada en mayo del 2020 por el Foro Económico Mundial encontró que el 40% de... Read more
55% of Small Businesses Have Applied for PPP Loans
SCORE surveyed 664 business owners between May 27, 2020 and June 10, 2020. Of these respondents, 468 have been in business for at least a year. Read more
A Small Business Guide to Buying Wholesale
When your business is ready to work with wholesale suppliers, don't rush into any agreements or contracts. Do your research and consult with your industry peers to make sure you... Read more
Turn Your Skills Into a Business Opportunity
There are many free and low-cost resources that can help you do everything from conducting market research to writing a business plan to landing a mentor. Service Corps of Retired... Read more
What Are Some Nongovernmental Sources of Financial Aid for Small Businesses?
SCORE Mentor and financial expert Ken Alozie explains how small businesses can get financial assistance from non-government sources. Read more
4 Types of Business Partnerships: Which Is Best for You?
SCORE provides excellent resources for drafting your partnership agreement, including mentors to help you through the process. Read more
Revisiting Relief Funds As Small Business Owners Still Struggle
If this is your first time applying for funding, consider getting help from SCORE. Read more
How To Volunteer From Your Home Now
Consider helping local small businesses by becoming a SCORE Mentor. Read more
Win the Uphill Battle to Success with Business Funding for Women
Consider getting help from SCORE. Read more
This week’s virtual suburban events, May 14-20
Take advantage of free business coaching sessions over the phone. Counselors from the SCORE North Cook and Lake Counties Chapter #0726 are available to advise small business... Read more