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
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. The key to avoiding this... Read more
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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Business Startup Resources
Helpful business startup resources. Read more
Resources for Your Nonprofit
Links to resources and information for nonprofits. Read more
Madison and Dane County Resources
Links for Madison and Dane County business resources. Read more
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Validating a Local B2C Business Idea
If you don’t have customers, you don’t have a business. First things first, who’s going to buy what you’re selling? And why buy your product, or service, instead of the competitions?
Small Business Basics
This invaluable guide on business planning basics will help get you on your way to making your entrepreneurial dreams come true. Read more
June 30: The Basics of Tik Tok Digital Marketing
In this webinar, you will learn the essentials of TikTok digital marketing such as reputation management, website SEO and paid ads. Read more
June 16: The 5 Stages of Delegation to Energize Your Business Growth
In this webinar, you will learn how to regain work balance, create freedom and grow your business by delegating your workload and focusing on key tasks. Read more
June 14: Google Business Profile - How to Rank High On Google Local Search Results
In this session you will learn how to manage your Google Business Profile, optimization strategies as well as answers to frequently asked questions. Read more
June 9: Your Marketing Roadmap - Get in the Marketing Mindset
In part 1 of the "Your Marketing Roadmap" webinar series you will learn the key principles you must know before leveraging your marketing tactics. Read more
May 31: How to Find Grant Opportunities for Your Small Business
In this webinar you will learn about the small business grant landscape, the different types of grants, what you should consider and how to apply for funding. Read more