Small Business Assistance & Training

Small Business Assistance & Training

When it comes to Small Business Assistance and Training there are several free counseling and training programs are available to help you get started and expand your small business. These services cover all aspects of starting and running a business, from getting a loan to developing business plans and marketing strategies.

 

Online Tools & Resources

 
Your first stop to finding help with starting and managing your small business should be the Small Business Community Association. This community brings together entrepreneurs, small business owners, industry and government experts to share and discuss business issues and questions.



 

 



 
The SBA offers numerous online tools and resources to help new and aspiring business owners succeed:
 
  • Start Up Assessment Tool

    This simple assessment tool is designed to help you better understand your readiness for starting a small business. Takes less than 5 minutes to complete.
  • Free Online Training

    Free at-your-own-pace courses on a number of timely business topics, including starting a business, writing a business plan, and more.
  • Delivering Success Videos

    Successful entrepreneurs share the lessons they’ve learned about starting and managing small businesses.
  • Small Business Podcasts

    Expert advice on starting, financing and running a successful business.
  • Monthly Web Chats

    Transcripts of online chats with leading entrepreneurs and business experts.




 

In-Person Services Near You

 
The following programs provide local in-person counseling and training services for small business owners. Services cover all aspects of starting and running a business, from getting loans and financing to start or expand to developing business plans and marketing strategies.
 

Entrepreneurial Spirit

In this video, Warren Brown, 2020 SBA Washington D.C.’s Small Business Person of the Year, talks about the resources he used to help get started.
 


 

Find State Programs

Choose a state to find specific training and assistance resources available in your area.

State Training and Assistance Resources

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