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Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
To increase your odds of a successful business startup, download this step-by-step business plan template you can use to plan for your new business. Read more
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Startup Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. Read more
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Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. You will learn whether business ownership is right for you. Read more
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Evaluating Your Entrepreneurial Potential
Is starting a business the best way to achieve your goals? Will the demands of starting a business take time away from, rather than add to, the other commitments in your life? Read more
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Becoming an Independent Consultant
Making the decision to become an Independent Consultant can be challenging yet rewarding. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind and how to get started. Read more
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Types of Business Entities
The structure your business assumes is important in determining your limitations and liabilities. Read more
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Registry of Professionals
This Registry includes firms and individuals assisting small businesses. These firms and individuals agree to offer a preliminary, one-hour, interview at no cost to the client. Read more
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Non-Disclosure Agreement
This template Non-Disclosure Agreement, or NDA, is an essential tool for protecting your businesses' confidential information.
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Creating an Organizational Chart
Using this guide, you'll create an organizational chart that centers around which individuals need to be responsible for each function. Read more
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Bank Loan Request
A template containing a sample cover letter for a bank loan request. Read more
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Start-up Expenses
Download a free spreadsheet to estimate your business startup costs. Read more
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Personal Financial Statement
Many financial institutions will require information about your personal financial data. This spreadsheet will help you prepare a personal financial statement. Read more
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Opening Day Balance Sheet
This balance sheet shows the financial position of your company at as of opening day. Read more
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Loan Amortization Schedule
Here is all you need to calculate loan amortization schedule for your small business loan. Read more
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Four-Year Profit Projection
A Four-Year Profit Projection template can benefit a business in many ways. Get the Four-Year Profit Projection Template for free right here! Read more