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SEO - Search Engine Optimization
An optimized website is crucial for running a competitive business in today’s electronic world. Youngstown SCORE happily offers its small business clients free SEO advise so they c Read more
Small Business Manufacturing
Manufacturing operations can be conducted by a small business, especially in our area. Read more
Toyota Production System (TPS)
Who should create a business plan?
The real question isn’t “Who should create a business plan?” but “Who shouldn’t?” Every company truly needs a detailed strategy on how they expect to succeed, or they are rolling Read more
What is the purpose of a business plan?
A business plan has two primary purposes. First, and foremost, it should be used to help run your company with a more cohesive vision. It is your roadmap. Read more
What is a Business Plan?
The simple definition of a business plan is that it is a roadmap for how you are running or how you intend to run your small business. Read more
A Business Plan: Everything you need to know
Youngstown SCORE executives have decades of experience in both creating and reviewing business plans. We share this expert advice for free. Read more
Business Owners Are Working Toward Equal Pay—Are They Doing Enough?
How many days into the following year must women work to match, dollar for dollar, what their male counterparts earned the previous year?
Developing the Right Product Mix for Your Small Business
New products promote business growth and enable business owners to respond to industry trends and consumer demand.
Business Plan 101: Sales & Marketing
The sales and marketing section of your business plan is especially crucial because it determines how you’ll plan on generating profit and describes how you intend to create exposure to best sell your product.