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Recession or depression, what are you betting on?
What’s your bet on the economy? The economy is currently experiencing a lot of bumps in the road. The author identifies an approach to provide you with options to take for your business in this environment. These options are identified through looking at your business in the worst case and most likely case scenarios, and using your financial statements as a tool to help you develop a plan to execute the option you decide to go with. In the end, the author reinforces that SCORE is here to help you work through these unknowns and to help you and your business not only survive but also to thrive.
PARTNERING WITH OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITIES – THE LEARNINGS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The SCORE Twin Cities Chapter has over 140 volunteers that have an ongoing commitment to extend free education and mentoring to all our business communities including women and people of color. SCORE Twin Cities is working with Minnesota Africans United (MAU) and Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON).
Can’t Miss Exclusive SCORE Workshop Featuring Emmy-nominated Series, Small Business Revolution
Emmy-nominated series Small Business Revolution has returned to Minneapolis-St. Paul for it’s 6th season, and is partnering with SCORE Twin Cities for an exclusive event designed to ignite business growth with strategies.
SCORE Twin Cities Chapter Partners with Minnesota Africans United
A new partnership with Minnesota Africans United (MAU) will focus on supporting the African immigrant community with their ambitions to start and own businesses and to improve trade between Minnesota and African countries.
Amplifying Diverse Voices: Entrepreneurship for All
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Southern Minnesota. Local volunteers in the area who recognize the power of storytelling are working to amplify the voices of minority and immigrant entrepreneurs. Through a forum called “Entrepreneurship for All” they hope to bring the Albert Lea, Faribault, Mankato and Owatonna community together through stories that promote and inspire mentorship. This effort is presented by SCORE South Central Minnesota Chapter #0710.
Recipe for: Success – A Women’s Perspective Recap | 2018
Riding the Small Business Roller Coaster
As we close out what some call “Small Business Month,” it’s a good time to check in on how small business owners feel and what they think about their future prospects.
Answers to 8 Commonly Asked Questions About Business Credit
Like many business owners, you may wonder the purpose of business credit.
11 Questions To Cover During a Midyear Check-In
From asking about short and long-term goals to identifying top-performing employees, there are several questions to cover during a midyear check-in.
9 AAPI Business Owners Share Their Secrets To Success
From adopting solid business practices to working with a goal-oriented mindset, there are several success secrets shared by AAPI business owners.
Social Selling Success
Social media has increasingly become a more important channel for retail sales, so it’s even more an imperative to make social commerce a part of your sales strategy.
11 Tips on How to Handle Challenges and Overcome Adversity as an Asian Entrepreneur
From evaluating yourself to asking for help, there are several tips for overcoming adversity as an Asian entrepreneur.