FAQs

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1 Q. What can the SBDC do for me? Click to rate: PoorClick to rate: FairClick to rate: GoodClick to rate: GreatClick to rate: Excellent/images/stars/star_white_red_40.gifClick to add your 2¢ worth

A. The SBDCs provide free business consulting; affordable training seminars and Resource Centers to small and medium-sized business owners and managers.



PRE VENTURES: If you're thinking about starting a business but have not taken any steps, you should first determine if your idea is viable and has a chance for success. Right on this website you can explore the FAQs "Starting Your Business"; the Toolkits "Thinking" and "Launching"; and the Topics "Starting Your Business". Next, look for Training opportunities at your local SBDC (some of which are offered on-line.



ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES: The SBDCs have a variety of specialized services designed to help existing business owners meet the demands of managing a successful business. Our staff of professional advisors provide one-on-one counseling to existing businesses interested in achieving growth and profitability.
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2 Q. Does the Network charge for its services? Click to rate: PoorClick to rate: FairClick to rate: GoodClick to rate: GreatClick to rate: Excellent/images/stars/star_gray_red_30.gifClick to add your 2¢ worth

A. SBDC Network offers free business advising and very affordable training seminars and workshops.
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3 Q. Can the SBDC review my legal paperwork? Click to rate: PoorClick to rate: FairClick to rate: GoodClick to rate: GreatClick to rate: Excellent/images/stars/star_white_red_30.gifClick to add your 2¢ worth

A. SBDC advisors do not provide legal advice. We encourage you to establish a relationship with an attorney that specializes in business issues who can review your legal documents.
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4 Q. How can the Network help my new business? Click to rate: PoorClick to rate: FairClick to rate: GoodClick to rate: GreatClick to rate: Excellent/images/stars/star_gray_red_30.gifClick to add your 2¢ worth

A. The SBDC Network offers affordable training seminars on business topics for start-up and pre-venture entrepreneurs. Our training seminars are designed to help broaden your business knowledge and are focused on business basics that will help you make your business a success. SBDC Network advisors help entrepreneurs assess their business idea and assist with the creation of a solid business plan at no cost.
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5 Q. My business has been established for some time. How can the Network help me? Click to rate: PoorClick to rate: FairClick to rate: GoodClick to rate: GreatClick to rate: Excellent/images/stars/star_white_red_25.gifClick to add your 2¢ worth

A. SBDC Network advisors help business owners develop strategies, attract customers, increase sales and improve productivity and profitability, all at no cost. Our advisors have extensive, practical experience in varied fields, including marketing, finance, retail and management in addition to academic training in business.
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