The SCORE Advisor

In partnership with the Traverse City Record-Eagle, volunteer SCORE Counselors offer advice and observations on a variety of subjects of interest to emerging entrepreneurs and small business operators. Look for the SCORE Advisor in the Business Section of the Record-Eagle on the fourth Sunday of each month.

Previous editions of the SCORE Advisor are found in the Advisor Archive.

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April, 2013	Invest in Yourself to Succeed Megan Raphael – SCORE Mentor Small business owners must remain focused on the efficiency, profitability and growth of their business. But often fail to invest in the growth of their most important asset. More...*

March, 2013	Helping Military Veterans Succeed in Business Marshall Persky – SCORE Mentor In addition to adopting proactive policies to hire veterans, we can also support veterans who choose to start their own business in northern Michigan. More...*

February, 2013	Taking a Home-Office Deduction Linda Peppler – SCORE Mentor A home office is a great option for small business owners, especially solopreneurs who often start their businesses from home. More...*

January, 2013	Developing a Marketing Budget Tanya Berg – SCORE Mentor While capital may be limited, your marketing budget shouldn’t be determined by what is left over after all other business expenses are covered. More...*

December, 2012	Small Business Record Keeping Julie Courville – SCORE Mentor One of the most important and daunting tasks facing small business owners is recordkeeping. Accurate record keeping is critical to your business's success. More...*

November, 2012	Your Business Plan is Your GPS Dave Olson – SCORE Mentor We’ve all grown to depend on GPS technology to provide step-by-step guidance on how to get to our destination. For the small business owner, the GPS is their business plan. More...*

October, 2012	Alternative Financing Options for Small Businesses Bryce Dreeszen - SCORE Mentor Traditional bank financing is often challenging for a small business to secure... especially for start-ups that may not have adequate capital or collateral. More...*

August, 2012	Develop Your Leadership Skills Tanya Berg - SCORE Mentor What’s the difference between being a good manager and a good leader? More...*

July, 2012	Is a Franchise Right for You? Chuck Downey - SCORE Mentor Are you eager to start a small business but worry you may lack adequate resources or experience to get your dream off the ground? A franchise may be one option to explore. More...*

June, 2012	Make Your Small Business Part of the Community Tim Hinkley - SCORE Mentor Community involvement and social responsibility aren’t just for large companies. Small businesses also have a long and proud tradition of making a difference. More...*

May, 2012	Tap Employees for New Ideas Dawn Pater - SCORE Mentor Every day, small business owners search for new ideas for improving efficiency, attracting customers, and boosting the bottom line. Many overlook another valuable source. More...*

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