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Recommended Resources: Planning Your Business
Starting a new business is a large undertaking. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent resources online and at your finger tips. Read more
Business Planning & Financial Statements Template Gallery
These tools can be your first step towards small business success. Find business planning, finance, sales, marketing and management templates & guides. Read more
Business Plan Template for an Established Business
Download our free business plan template for your established business as a Word doc. Read more
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Frequently Asked Questions for Starting a Business in Connecticut
Get the answers to commonly asked questions about starting a business in Connecticut. Read more
Recommended Resources: Planning Your Business
Starting a new business is a large undertaking. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent resources online and at your finger tips. Read more
Recommended Resources: Financing & Organizing Your Business
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Becoming an Independent Consultant
Learn how to become an independent consultant including the steps to start, what can you expect, and how to avoid potential pitfalls in this guide written by a retired Certified Ma Read more
Resources for Operating a Nonprofit Organization
Registering Your Nonprofit For Tax-Exempt Status The E-Z Way Part 2
Registering Your Nonprofit For Tax-Exempt Status The E-Z Way Part 1
The Proper Care and Feeding of LinkedIn
Here are ten ways to “work” your LinkedIn presence, making it vibrant and fruitful. Read more