Write your business plan | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBJul 19, 2024 — A good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business. You’ll use your business plan as a roadmap for how to structure, run, and grow your new business. It’s a way to think …
Small Business Administration
WEBWe support America's small businesses. The SBA connects entrepreneurs with lenders and funding to help them plan, start and grow their business.
10 steps to start your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBMay 3, 2023 — Your business plan is the foundation of your business. It’s a roadmap for how to structure, run, and grow your new business. You’ll use it to convince people that working with you — or investing in your company — is a smart choice.
Market research and competitive analysis | U.S. Small Business ...
WEBSep 3, 2024 — For guidance on deciding which methods are worthwhile for your small business, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides counseling services through our resource partner network. Use competitive analysis to find a market advantage
Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)
WEBMay 31, 2024 — SBDCs provide problem-solving assistance to help small businesses access capital, develop and exchange new technologies, and improve business planning, strategy, operations, financial management, personnel administration, marketing, export assistance, sales and other areas required for small business growth and expansion, management improvement ...
Prepare for emergencies | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBSep 26, 2024 — Your response plan is your roadmap to recovery, so it should be tailored to your business’s specific needs and operations. It should address immediate priorities and be easy to access. Checklists and online toolkits are effective resources to …
Recover from disasters | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBMay 29, 2024 — Disasters can happen when you least expect them. Find recovery planning guidance, tips for pivoting your business model, and other small business resiliency resources.
Grants | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBFind out about SBA's limited small business grants for scientific research, community promotion of entrepreneurship, and exporting.
Close or sell your business | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEBJul 16, 2024 — 10 steps to start your business; Plan your business. Market research and competitive analysis; Write your business plan; Calculate your startup costs; Establish business credit; Fund your business; Buy an existing business or franchise; Launch your business. Pick your business location; Choose a business structure; Choose your …
Contracting guide | U.S. Small Business Administration
WEB10 steps to start your business; Plan your business. Market research and competitive analysis; Write your business plan; Calculate your startup costs; Establish business credit; Fund your business; Buy an existing business or franchise; Launch your business. Pick your business location; Choose a business structure; Choose your business name ...