Before paying anyone for business advice, including me, try your local S.C.O.R.E. chapter first. See if they can help.

What is S.C.O.R.E.?

S.C.O.R.E. is the nation’s largest network of volunteers, expert business mentors, dedicated to helping small businesses plan, launch, manage, and grow. S.C.O.R.E. is a nonprofit organization that is driven to foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and educational workshops.

They have been doing this for nearly fifty years. Because their work is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and thanks to their network of 11,000+ volunteers, they are able to deliver services at no charge!

You receive confidential personal business counseling from experienced corporate executives, successful entrepreneurs, and professional members of their dedicated team. This is like having an executive team on your staff at no cost.

Most of their clients are contemplating launching their own business or already in business. Some need focused counseling on a single subject such as marketing, while others are seeking a comprehensive review of all aspects of their proposed venture. Some clients need just a single consultation session while others may need many sessions. In either case, S.C.O.R.E. is happy to mentor and help define and analyze your opportunities and assist you in finding solutions.

What could be better than FREE professional help?

To find the S.C.O.R.E chapter nearest you, click on this link: https://www.score.org/find-mentor

S.C.O.R.E. WILL NOT do anything for you, but they can and will help you make the right choices and lead you down the right path in your business venture. If you need “hands on help”, and someone to walk you through a planned business strategy, you may be better off seeking out a business coach or business consultant. But why not give S.C.O.R.E. a chance. See how they can help you!