Since 1964, more than 10 million entrepreneurs across the United States have launched their companies and overcome challenges with the help of SCORE’s free guidance and resources. Yet everyday, we receive calls and emails asking what we do, how to access our services, and if our services are really free (yes, they are). Read on to learn how SCORE can help you achieve your small business goals.
SCORE can help you with:
- Determining the steps that need to be taken to launch a business
- Developing a business plan
- Creating a marketing plan
- Making realistic financial projections
- Understanding the basic elements of accounting and bookkeeping
- Understanding the basics about different business entity types
- Identifying funding options to start or grow a business
- Conducting industry research
- Analyzing the competition
- Identifying a business’s target market
- Developing product pricing
- Navigating hiring and human resources challenges
- Managing vendor relationships
SCORE Maine Services and Resources – How can we help you?
Mentoring
The cornerstone of SCORE’s services is our free business mentoring. SCORE volunteers have experience and expertise in all aspects of starting and running a business. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, what type of industry you’re in, or what obstacles you’re facing, we have mentors who have the knowledge and connections to assist you in moving forward.
Workshops
We regularly hold workshops on a variety of topics of interest to new and existing business owners. They serve as valuable, interactive opportunities to boost your business acumen and connect you with other entrepreneurs in your community.
Articles, eGuides, and More
Our library of blog posts, checklists, infographics, videos, podcasts, and other resources offer diverse ways for you to gain knowledge about business planning, marketing, sales, funding, accounting, operations, and the many other essential aspects involved in successfully launching and running a business.
Templates
We help you save time and effort by providing templates to help you as you tackle:
- Developing a business plan
- Forecasting revenue and expenses
- Settting prices for your product and services
- Writing operating agreements
Get Started. Get Growing.
Contact us for more information about how SCORE’s services and resources can help you make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality. Whether you’re just beginning to explore a business idea or have an existing company that you want to take to the next level, we’re here to offer insight and direction!