Strategy & Planning Resources

Being a business owner can be exhausting. Melinda Emerson, “SmallBizLady,” answers questions recently about how she has thrived in business nearly 20 years.

In this story of small business success, Customer Program Manager Adam Stolz of Zepher worked with a SCORE mentor.

Is customer demand enough to expand your business? Before you run out to lease another property, follow these 6 tips to see if you’re ready. Read more

SCORE's latest infographic examines the benefits and challenges of running a small business in rural America. Read more

While small business owners in the United States believe their future is bright, they are also facing some challenges that could put their businesses at risk.

Companies focus time, attention and money on winning new business, but in the process, let the business they already have slip away.

Sometimes a small business falls into inactive or bad standing with the state. Follow these tips to quickly reinstate your corporation or LLC.

Here are 11 changes you can make in your life and your business for a more exciting, enriching and profitable future.

Businesses are generally bought, not sold. Your opportunity is to position and prepare your company for the best outcome by considering these steps.

To instill a mindset of innovation at your small business, you may need to adopt some different ways of thinking. Read more

If you're a one-person business, is getting an EIN beneficial? What are the advantages of using an EIN instead of your Social Security Number?

Learn from non-profit guru Jack Dunigan. His work with charities, faith-based organizations and educational institutions make him the go-to guy for advice. Read more