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New Member Orientation Checklist-Jan, 2017
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Ask Score - January 2017 - Press Release Basics
I’m in the business of restoring the exterior of log homes using a process known as “cob blasting.” The process is very effective, but not well known, and it’s been suggested I try Read more
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Score Executive Committee Minutes 11.22.2016
The Score Executive Committee Meeting was held November 22, 2016 at the Nashua Country Club. Read more
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Ask Score - Turning Your Hobby Into A Business
For a number of years, I’ve made women’s jewelry as a hobby, giving it away to friends and family. Read more
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Business Plan - Existing Business
I recently sat down with a local banker to talk about a possible business loan for my fledgling tool and die business. Read more
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BizIQ Radio
Podcast on BizIQ Radio : Don Byrne and Andrea O'Brien speakwith Jeff Rapson of SCORE. This show originally aired August 6, 2016. Read more
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Information Technology
The technology employed to run my medical supplies business has grown larger and more complex over the years. Read more
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Purchasing and Leasing Options
Ask SCORE I’m going to be setting up a new dental practice when I graduate this year. The equipment companies all offer both purchase and leasing options. Read more
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Getting Customer Feedback
Ask SCORE I’m thinking about adding some new products to my retail pet supply business, but before doing so would like to get feedback from my customers as to Read more
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Evaluating Accounting Software
Ask SCORE My home improvement business has outgrown the basic accounting software that I’ve been using. Read more