Small Business Owners’ Resources

Whether you are just starting your new venture or have been growing your small business, we compiled resources that could be helpful.

A few articles and direct information about the Small Business Administration, IRS Forms, and hands-on advice for existing businesses like how to introduce automation to your small business.

Don't forget to check our business-related blogs for more articles on small business, and visit the Women’s Council of Entrepreneurs page for networking and resources in your area.

Learn about Small Business Administration. Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small businesses and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses.

Perks of Business Line of Credit. According to a U.S. Bank study, 82 percent of small business failures are due to poor handling of cash flow. This is where a business line of credit can help.

What Is Venture Capital? Venture Capital is about High net-worth individuals and multi $1M partnerships investing in Privately Held Startups.

Glossary of Business Terms for Entrepreneurs. Learning some important terminology can put you on the right path toward rubbing elbows with angel investors, talking about your patents, and moving your company forward.

Types of Assets for Your Small Business. Per IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), an asset is a resource controlled by the enterprise as a result of past events and from which future economic benefits are expected to flow to the enterprise.

Understanding an IRS W-4 Form. The Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate, also called Form W-4, is a tax form that employees fill out to set the amount of federal income tax that’s deducted from their earnings. The information entered into a W-4 form will directly influence the earnings received in each paycheck.

15 Smart Tips For Introducing Automation To Your Business. It may seem tempting to dive in head-first and automate everything you can, but it's wise to have a plan in place to make the best use of the time and resources required to implement automation.

Selecting a Business Structure. The decision regarding the business structure is a decision that a person should make, in consultation with an attorney and accountant, and taking into consideration issues regarding tax, liability, management, continuity, transferability of ownership interests, and formality of operation.