Small Business Blog

Josh Baker & Sue Pitts – Iowa Western SBDC We talked to Robyn Porter, Director of Human Resources at Iowa Western Community College...

If you're starting a new business or organization in the United States, you'll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the...

After you purchase insurance that’s required by law, you can find insurance to cover any other business risk. As a general rule, you...

Market research blends consumer behavior and economic trends to confirm and improve your business idea. It’s crucial to understand your...

What is a popup shop? PopUp shop is the temporary use of physical space to create a long term, lasting impression with potential...

Creating a personal brand can be a intimidating task. And one of the easiest ways to get lost in the process is to not know how to start....

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, and is used to identify a business entity....

Program benefits To help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or...

Trademarks, patents, copyrights, domain names, and business name registrations all differ, so it is important to learn whether a...

Are you dreaming of starting a small business? The Iowa Western Community College SBDC is offering FREE workshops titled “Smart Start” at...

Market research blends consumer behavior and economic trends to confirm and improve your business idea. It’s crucial to understand your...

Cybersecurity is critical to all businesses, especially small businesses. In order to understand cybersecurity, we’ll begin our...

After careful consideration, you may decide selling your business is a good option.  Sound planning can help ensure you cover all your...

The balance sheet is the foundation of managing your finances. It operates as a snapshot of your business financials. It helps you keep...

With effective time management, you will: Maximize what can be accomplished in a work day Maximize the use of the limited resources...

Before you decide if one of these options is right for you, make sure you know the basics of franchising and buying an existing business....

Start with a balance sheet The balance sheet is the foundation of managing your finances. It operates as a snapshot of your business...

The U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE Association will host a free, 3-Day Virtual Conference during National Small Business...

Whether you own a restaurant or an insurance agency many professions and government agency require you to be certified. Chances are you,...

For nearly 40 years the America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network has helped aspiring and emerging small business owners...