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Network Online
Online networking sites are proving to be a boon for many small-business owners. And there are plenty to choose from. If you’re new to online business networking, start your education at www.thevirtualhandshake.com. The site shows you tools for connecting with the right people, building rapport and working with contacts. Don’t miss the “Guide to Online Social Networks and Business Communities.” It offers in-depth profiles of the major business-oriented virtual communities.
Learn The Basics
Just launching your small business? Then check out “Micro Business Basics,” an online brochure that outlines some of the financial issues entrepreneurs need to address. It covers:
The importance of sound financial planning Creating a business plan Preparing a budget Keeping business and personal accounts separate An overview of U.S. Small Business Administration loans Free resources to help you succeed
The brochure is part of the “MoneyWi$e” series, a national financial literacy partnership between Capital One and Consumer Action. You can find it for free at www.money-wise.org.
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