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Resource Library | Franchising 101

Are you interested in turning your business into a franchise concept – but aren’t sure where to start? Check out our listing of the most useful online resources around. SBA’s Franchising Resources // Get the basics on franchising, how it works and whether it’s the right thing for you. The International Association of Franchising // The IAF is the largest organization devoted to the franchising sector. And its website includes an array…

More Tips for Navigating City Hall

No two cities do things precisely the same way, but Barbara Millard, who teaches entrepreneurship at Johnson County Community College, has some basic “rules of the road” for business owners who are taking their first steps into City Hall.  Start with the Web // Most cities have websites, and they’re a great place to research general information about permits, licenses and other regulations. The key phrase is general information. That’s why it’s…

What to Do After You Submit Your Bid

The work doesn’t end when you make your offer. Now that you have submitted your offer or bid for a federal contract, what happens next? The next event will depend upon the government’s selected procurement process. Whatever process is in play, be proactive in following the process through award. And if your bid or offer appears to be the lowest price or best value to the government, you may still…

8(a) May be A-OK for Your Business

Have you taken a look lately to see if federal contracting is right for your small company? Many small business owners are reexamining the certification criteria for the federal 8(a) program. But even if you qualify, is the program right for your industry and your business? For some businesses in certain industries, 8(a) continues to make sense. While statistics from FY 2011 revealed a drop in 8(a) awards, agencies still…

Taking the Next STEP

Becoming an exporter can feel like an impossible goal for many small business owners. But an innovative federal program is making it easier for more companies to take that next big STEP. STEP stands for the State Trade and Export Program. The U.S. Small Business Administration has awarded millions in grant funding to Missouri, Kansas and several other states, which in turn help companies market themselves globally. The rationale for…
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