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