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  17. <description>We have over 90 Online Learning Programs. We are constantly adding more programs. This is one of the largest collection of free, on-demand entrepreneurial training resources available in the United States and is part of our ...</description>
  18. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/penn_state_outreach_small_business_development.jpg" alt="Thank you" align="left" /><p>We have over 90 Online Learning Programs. We are constantly adding more programs. This is one of the largest collection of free, on-demand entrepreneurial training resources available in the United States and is part of our "Success Network" . We have Online Learning programs from the SBA, IRS, Small Biz U, Virtual Advisor and custom programs from the Pennsylvania SBDC Network. The benefits of the online courses to an entrepreneur, small business owner, or start-up business are: Learn from the start or brush up on business concepts . Courses are available anytime. Watch videos, play, pause, and rewind. Current content keeps you updated on business issues. Access over 70 business courses, 24/7. Become more confident in business environment. Increase marketability of your skills and your company. Test your knowledge after courses. In-depth training on hundreds of today's business issues. Select a category below to access over 90 free, on-demand online programs. Available for free Pitch Then Plan ™: The business planning technique that quickly translates business ideas into business plans.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  26. <description>Leaving full-time employment, and bringing all the skills and expertise acquired over the years to set up as a self-employed consultant, has become a popular move for people in a broad range of industries and sectors ...</description>
  27. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/home_business_consultant_tumblr.jpg" alt="Home business consultant |" align="left" /><p>Leaving full-time employment, and bringing all the skills and expertise acquired over the years to set up as a self-employed consultant, has become a popular move for people in a broad range of industries and sectors. Historically, it has always been an option of choice for senior managers who have faced redundancy or taken early retirement, but with a growing freelance labour market, it presents opportunities for a much broader cross section of individuals. The very term consultant denotes someone who is authoritative and knowledgeable on a particular subject, and that experience and know-how are something that other organisations need and are willing to pay for. But when you are working solo, from your home, how easy is it to find and win contracts in a crowded and highly competitive freelance consultancy marketplace, while at the same time juggling the responsibilities of a small business owner, managing finance and cashflow, planning marketing strategies, and handling paperwork? It is a challenge that music education adviser and consultant Nigel Taylor, based in Stafford, is just getting to grips with, having just completed 33 years of working as a public servant in education in a variety of roles, including teacher, music adviser, Ofsted inspector, and head of cultural development. He says: "Although I've only recently become a freelance consultant, I started preparing for the move over a year ago. It involved a lot of planning, some market testing and a lot of soul searching, but because I had prepared, the transition was easier than I expected." His criteria for the type of work he is looking for include contracts where he feels he can add real value, and that will also interest and stretch him. "So far, most of it has come through contacts from my previous career and via their recommendations, " he says. "I also keep an eye on journals and websites where contracts are listed. It's probably true to say that public sector contracts are fewer in number and more competitive than a couple of years ago. Not only is there significantly less money around, but some organisations have become increasingly cautious and reluctant to engage outside support, even if it is absolutely what they need." In terms of support in helping him set up as a self-employed consultant, Taylor says his new accountant has provided good advice on the business and finance side. He is currently researching into how to market his services in a more focused way, and maximise the potential of his large network of contacts and colleagues, without taking advantage of them. Although he hasn't found the self discipline of being home-based and self-employed hard to find, he admits that in the early weeks, it can feel a little isolating. "Sometimes being able to work from home was a feature and a benefit of my previous employment and always required a lot of self-discipline and self-motivation, so that aspect of the transition wasn't difficult, although I do sometimes miss the camaraderie of being office-based and having close professional contact with colleagues, " he adds. Northumberland-based marketing consultant Claire Shiels, who had previously held senior in-house marketing roles with the likes of Eversheds and Newcastle College, also did her homework before launching her freelance career. She says: "My last in-house role was as head of communications for a chain of rural property agents, which I left five years ago when I was having problems organising childcare. I tested the water before I left my job by seeking opinion on my business model from LinkedIn contacts and pitching for work on a number of freelance job sites, including Peopleperhour and Elance. Once I was confident that there was a large enough market for my proposition and interest in my own personal skill set, I took the plunge and became self-employed, working from home." Shiels also made sure she had enough capital to support her through the early days while she became established and able to secure work from regular clients. She says: "It is a very competitive marketplace, so I started out offering to do work for a very low rate, just to get a foothold. However, the real key to sustainable success and finding the type of projects and contracts that you want, is to research the market well and offer an attractive overall package to prospective clients. If you position yourself well, the competition won't matter." Engaging the support of professional contacts and making use of the many free online resources, including freelance work platforms and social media sites, some of which are industry or profession specific, can help consultants get their new careers off the ground fairly quickly.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  35. <description>What is a Business Plan and why should a business owner develop one? The &quot;Business Plan Express&quot; method for existing businesses. How to research the market - your industry, customers and competitors How to analyze your own ...</description>
  36. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/presentation_chapter_35_developing_a_business.jpg" alt="Chapter 35 Developing a" align="left" /><p>What is a Business Plan and why should a business owner develop one? The "Business Plan Express" method for existing businesses. How to research the market - your industry, customers and competitors How to analyze your own business How to define/refine your business niche How to set business objectives How to create a simple action plan to achieve your objectives How to set up monthly tools to monitor your progress against your goals Download the worksheets. Presenters: David Albright, SCORE Mentor - Fairfield, CT Duration: 1.5 Hours Host: SCORE Association Sign up for SCORE Newsletters to get new and exclusive resources like this delivered to your inbox. About Presenter David Albright - SCORE Mentor David Albright is an active SCORE counselor with extensive experience in the consumer products industry including being President of Pepperidge Farm, Inc., Godiva Chocolatier Worldwide and Glacial Confections, a start-up venture. He currently consults with venture capital firms on the food and confectionery industries. David has a BS degree from Villanova University, an MBA from Indiana University, a Certificate in Financial Planning (CFP) from Boston University, and a Master's in Burgundy from the French Wine Society (FWS</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  43. <title>Business Development Consulting Fees</title>
  44. <description>Consulting fees, consulting fees…How do you set consulting fees? Here’s a guide to setting consulting fee rates. (It’s also applicable to those wondering how to set consultancy fees — an independent consultant is still a ...</description>
  45. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/home.jpg" alt="Information technology" align="left" /><p>Consulting fees, consulting fees…How do you set consulting fees? Here’s a guide to setting consulting fee rates. (It’s also applicable to those wondering how to set consultancy fees — an independent consultant is still a consultancy and so is a freelancer!) When you become a consultant, you’ll need to set consulting fees. Consulting pay and fees can be worked out in several ways. Here’s some information to help you figure out what clients should pay a consultant (some clients are still prone to consultant fee sticker shock, though). With this in mind, you can determine typical consultant rates — what companies pay consultants for their hours, days, projects and expert opinions. The main strategies for setting consulting fees include: Doubling/tripling your hourly wage Using a daily rate for consulting Setting consultant fees by the project Setting consulting fees based on performance Setting consultant fees strategically using real-life data Charging what everyone else charges Moving to Solution-based Fees (Want even more info? Get 200+ pages on setting consulting fees in my Consulting Fees: A Guide for Independent Consultants). Main Strategies for Setting Consulting Fees 1. Double/triple your hourly salary-based wage as basis for consulting fees To set fees, some consultants simply take the hourly wage (plus benefits) that they would earn when working on salary for someone else and then double or triple it. If you’re doing this, you’ll probably find that tripling your hourly wage is the best move. Some consultants choose a triple rate because of what they call the rule of thirds — one third goes to your real wage, one third to expenses, and one third to administration, low utilization and bad debt. It’s pretty easy math, which is also a reason it’s popular. (If you prefer some help, use our hourly rate calculator for this step.) Let’s say you make $60k a year plus benefits and you get four weeks of paid leave . ($60, 000 salary + $15, 000 benefits) / (48 weeks * 40 hours) = = $75, 000 / 1920 = $39.06 If you double this and round up to the nearest multiple of $5 or $10, your consulting rate should be about $80 an hour. ($39.06 x 2 = $78.12, rounded to $80.) If you triple this, your consulting fee should be about $120 an hour. (Or $39.06 x 3 = $117.18, rounded to $120 per hour.) I recommend rounding up to the nearest $5 or $10 multiple, because a $78/hr or $117 fee looks odd. And while that may work for certain big box discount stores, it’s probably not the approach that will work for independent consulting. Of course, this assumes you use an hourly rate for your consulting services. Many people work out an hourly rate, but actually charge by the half-day, day, project or another arrangement. 2. Setting a daily rate for consulting (per diem rate for consulting) To set a daily rate, simply multiply the hours you work in a day by the hourly rate from the above example. 8 hours * $80 hourly rate = $640 per day 3. Setting Consultant Fees by the Project Some consultants set their rates by the project. They estimate the number of hours they expect to spend on a project, then multiply by their hourly rate.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  53. <description>There comes a point in every business when the owner realizes they need advice and wonders, “Should I hire a consultant?” And, as with most things in life, the answer is, “It depends.” Whether you’re starting a new ...</description>
  54. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/small_business_consulting.jpg" alt="Benefits received from working" align="left" /><p>There comes a point in every business when the owner realizes they need advice and wonders, “Should I hire a consultant?” And, as with most things in life, the answer is, “It depends.” Whether you’re starting a new company or growing an existing business, hiring the right consultant can be a cost-effective way for your small business to leverage specialized knowledge. Conversely, hiring the wrong consultant can cost you more than money—it can cost you a lot of wasted time and energy. So, the challenge for a small business owner is to understand the role of a consultant in their business, and to learn how and when it is cost-effective to hire one. What does a small business consultant do? A business consultant is simply an outside expert you hire to solve an internal business problem. A good consultant is a great source of specialized knowledge. A great consultant brings knowledge, skills, experience, and process to improve the client’s condition. Unlike in-house employees, consultants have independent schedules, may have multiple clients, and are hired on a contract/project basis. Depending on the consulting firm, consultants may work alone or may bring their own team, which typically includes one project manager and two analysts. TIP: It is always important to clarify who the primary contact person will be in order to prevent miscommunications. A consultant can help with marketing and sales development, business expansion and improvements, and even execution of their ideas and recommendations. The following is a quick snapshot of the consulting process: Pre-consulting: Prior to beginning work, you and your expert set out the terms, parameters, and agree on the “consulting agreement”. Consulting period: The consulting period typically includes a discover, research, and final presentation of recommendations that completes the project. Post-consulting: You and the consultant may choose to extend your agreement or move towards implementation on your own. Why do people hire small business consultants? Small business owners hire consultants as a cost-effective way to bridge a gap in knowledge and skills within their company, or a as a way to bring a fresh, objective, and professional perspective to the company. Here are the three most common reasons why our clients turn to consultants for help: To find the problem(s): In many cases, a business may be exhibiting problematic “symptoms”, such as a decrease in sales, or cash-flow issues, and internal management in unable to pinpoint the source of the problem. In this case, a consultant can come in observe the symptoms within your operations, conduct some tests and research, and determine the root of the problem. To create the solution(s): In some cases, you may have a goal that you can’t achieve internally either because there is a skills gap or because it is simply not within your company’s core competency. Hiring a good consultant can save time and money, and ultimately achieve a better result. Optimization: In some cases, your company may have grown very quickly and know there are lots of things you could be doing better, but you don’t even know where to start. A consultant can come in and bring in some fresh perspective, evaluate any or all areas of your business, and determine the processes and procedures to increase productivity levels.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  62. <description>Make informed strategic decisions We provide targeted market intelligence and research services to private companies and public institutions to help them identify the defining forces of change, assist them in expanding their ...</description>
  63. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/international_business_consultingbrokerage_for_latin_america.jpg" alt="International Business" align="left" /><p>Make informed strategic decisions We provide targeted market intelligence and research services to private companies and public institutions to help them identify the defining forces of change, assist them in expanding their perspective and understanding of the challenges ahead, and enabling them to make strategic decisions to capture emerging opportunities. Find and seize opportunities We assist you to secure a solid first approach to key players in the target market and timely action on emerging challenges and opportunities as the key of a successful start. We couple this critical step with an effective and sustained follow up to guarantee the consolidation of the advantages gained with potential customers and new contacts. Be present in new markets You can extend your reach through us and build an active presence before your new customers or distributors to tackle the difficulties of the first stage of the business process, assuring a smooth transition to the next level. We secure the consolidation of the new venture with continuous assistance through our representation, agency or advisory schemes. From concept to profit Our portfolio of services include personalized assistance from the first approach to the market up to advisory and support for the execution of marketing strategies and business development. We provide professional assistance to long-term industrial or commercial initiatives as well as short-term endeavors, such as special events or exhibitions.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  71. <description>The Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development (Council) provides insight and expertise to the state regarding small and minority business development. Council members research the role the small and ...</description>
  72. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/milford_partners_with_small_business_development.jpg" alt="Milford Partners with Small" align="left" /><p>The Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development (Council) provides insight and expertise to the state regarding small and minority business development. Council members research the role the small and minority businesses in the state's economy and provide recommendations on how to improve engagement of and support for Florida's small and minority business community. The Council was established in Florida Statute 287.0947. The Office of Supplier Diversity works with the Council to keep citizens of the State of Florida and various stakeholder groups informed on issues relating to minority enterprise procurement and other diversity issues. The Council's purpose is to advise and assist the Secretary in carrying out the Secretary's duties with respect to minority businesses and economic and business development. Membership of the Council includes practitioners, laypersons, financiers and others with business development experience who can provide invaluable insight and expertise for this state in the diversification of its markets and networking of business opportunities. Responsibilities of the Council include: Research and review the roles of small and minority businesses in the state's economy. Review the issues and emerging topics relating to small and minority business economic development. Study and understand financial markets' and institutions' abilities to meet small business-credit needs and determining the impact of government demands on credit for small businesses. Evaluate the execution of Florida Statute 287.09451, requiring a state economic development comprehensive plan, as it relates to small and minority businesses. Assesses the efforts by any state agency or by all state agencies collectively, to assist minority business enterprises. Advising the Governor, the Secretary of DMS and the Legislature on matters relating to small and minority business development that are important to the international strategic planning and activities of this state.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  76. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:23:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  79. <title>Tennessee Small Business Development Center</title>
  80. <description>Welcome to the official page of our Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office. The Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office is hosted by Chattanooga State Community College &amp;amp; the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Our Chattanooga, TN TSBDC ...</description>
  81. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/tennessee_small_business_development_center_at.jpg" alt="College's Tennessee Small" align="left" /><p>Welcome to the official page of our Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office. The Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office is hosted by Chattanooga State Community College &amp; the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Our Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office serves Bledsoe County, TN; Franklin County, TN; Grundy County, TN; Hamilton County, TN; Marion County, TN; Rhea County, TN; Sequatchie County, TN; Van Buren County, TN; &amp; Warren County, TN. Serving these local communities, the Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office provides small business start-up services including, but not limited to: business plan development, financial planning assistance, marketing plan development, sources of capital, &amp; social media guidance. In addition to start-up assistance, the Chattanooga, TN TSBDC Office provides existing business assistance including, but not limited to: business growth planning, government contracting guidance, international trade guidance, sources of capital, &amp; social media strategy guidance.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  88. <title>Local Small Business Development Center</title>
  89. <description>Looking for small business counseling and training close to home? SBA can help! SBA provides small business counseling and training through District Offices across the country. Business guidance and support is crucial to ...</description>
  90. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/small_business_development_center_of_staten.jpg" alt="The New York State Small" align="left" /><p>Looking for small business counseling and training close to home? SBA can help! SBA provides small business counseling and training through District Offices across the country. Business guidance and support is crucial to increasing your odds of long-term success. Find counseling, training and business development specialists providing free and low-cost services in your area. SBA District Offices SBA’s District Offices are responsible for providing businesses with the tools for enhancing and growing their businesses. SBA's District Offices also oversee the delivery of SBA's programs throughout the states such as: Financial assistance for new or existing businesses through guaranteed loans made by area bank and non-bank lenders. Assistance to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals through the Minority Enterprise Development Program. Women's Business Ownership Representatives are available to advise women business owners.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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  98. <description>When I started my own business-planning consulting firm a few years ago, I didn&#039;t &quot;need&quot; a business plan as much as most companies do: I didn&#039;t need investors, I had no employees, and I had a good idea of what I was doing. But I ...</description>
  99. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/rohrer_college_of_business_rowan_university.jpg" alt="Rohrer College of Business" align="left" /><p>When I started my own business-planning consulting firm a few years ago, I didn't "need" a business plan as much as most companies do: I didn't need investors, I had no employees, and I had a good idea of what I was doing. But I did develop a business plan before I started, and I worked with that plan, revising and updating it, afterwards. I did practice what I now preach. If you're in the similar situation of taking your expertise and applying it to your own consulting firm, you should know why I needed that plan, what was in it, and how having one can keep you on track. If you're starting a business based on your expertise, you may be thinking you don't need a business plan because you don't need any outside help starting your business. If you're like me, you don't need a plan to explain your business to investors or lenders. I didn't need financing to develop a product or packaging. I also didn't need to invest in a physical location. I already had my expertise, my education and my computers. I did, however, need a business plan, even though I didn't need capital or financing. At the time, I was a vice president of an established market research firm, with a good salary and a solid career path. I also had a family that depended on my income. I needed the plan to lay out the possible risks and returns so I could see them clearly and evaluate them-I needed it for peace of mind and reassurance. I needed it to sort through the unavoidable uncertainty of a range of possibilities that went from being happier with my work and making more money, on one end of the scale, to being unrealistic and irresponsible on the other. What was in the plan? It covered all the big planning issues, including: Legal entity Business offering Market Strategy Main financial projections including break-even analysis, market analysis, sales forecast, personnel costs, profit and loss, balance sheet and, most important, cash flow Dates and events for tracking progress I didn't include a chapter on management team because I didn't have one. I also didn't write complete, edited sentences everywhere for myself to read-I just used bullets as reminders. The most important ingredient in my consulting business plan was the part of it that defined my focused business offering. I had to understand my core competencies, why and how I was different, and why my clients would want my services specifically. You'll want to do the same-you need to really understand why you're starting this business in the first place. Another important element of this type of business plan is determining what you don't want. I went through the exercise of imagining myself declining a consulting engagement because it wasn't mapped into my business focus. I gained a great deal of insight by listing the kinds of engagements I didn't want. Success in consulting requires a strong focus on your specific area of expertise. Generalists have a tough time selling themselves. And as much as I believe in planning, the most important thing when it comes to starting your consulting business-even more than your business plan-is clients. Every consulting business should start with at least one or more clients who are likely to want long-term, repeat consulting engagements. I wouldn't have had the courage to jump into my business without a few key clients I knew I could depend on, one of them being the company I was leaving. And I didn't settle for educated guessing in my sales forecast-I had some clients lined up before I launched. Once you have a clear view of who your first few clients will be, you can create a specific sales forecast based on those clients. My plan broke down the need for clients into a list of targets and probabilities. To create your sales forecast, think about where your business will fit in the market. My sales forecast involved a pricing strategy based on my specific situation: I didn't have the branding power, staff or overhead costs of the most expensive big-name consulting firms; however, I did have a high level of expertise. I wanted clients who valued quality much more than clients who always looked for the cheapest alternative, so I kept my pricing high to match my strategy. From strategic focus to sales forecast-with pricing-I developed a cash flow forecast, and the rest of my plan fell into place. But I didn't bother to write an extensive plan that nobody would ever read. I stuck with the information that was most pertinent to me: main projections, strategy and a lot of specific milestones I could track. Finally, why did my plan work for me? It didn't communicate my ideas to anybody but me. As reality rolled on and I left my job and went out on my own, the tracking was what made the business plan most useful. Like all business plans, it was wrong in most of its predictions and assumptions. It was vital, however, to my ongoing management of my own business. From that day on into the present, reviewing the difference between what I'd planned and what actually happened has been essential. The regular monthly reviews, even when I was working alone, kept me aimed at my long-term objectives-as they can for you in your business.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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