Start Your Business - Hone Your Skills

If you're just getting started, you have to worry about bringing in new clients, making business contacts, and finding the help you need. Start off like a pro with sound business advice from established business owners and entrepreneurs. Brush up on a broad array of business skills: networking, reviewing resumes, hiring, and dealing with difficult employees.

Everyone knows running or starting a business isn't easy. Check out the business advice resources eCoast has to offer:

Sites for Entrepreneurs

All Business - Business Advice Page - Advice on every aspect of your business—choosing the right loan, technology, office space, and legal counsel.
The Beehive - Entrepreneur Center - Wisdom on starting, managing, and making the most of your business.
Inc.com - Resources for entrepreneurs: extensive database of expert advice (on the second half of the page).
Entrepreneur.com - Solutions for growing businesses: start-up basics.
My Own Business - Free online course with advice from successful business owners on how to avoid common business blunders.
EntreWorld.org - Entrepreneur's search engine—access to hundreds of articles for entrepreneurs.

Regional & National Business Resources

IRS Tax Information - Federal tax information for people starting a small business.
NH Woman's Business Center - Advice tailored for women seeking to own a business.
US Small Business Association - Women's Business Center - Step-by-step guide to starting a business, from assessing your own qualifications as an entrepreneur to evaluating potential employees.
US Small Business Association Resources - An extensive PDF library full of advice for every stage of your business.
Starting a Business in Portsmouth - If you're thinking of setting up shop in Portsmouth, visit this site for information on starting a business in the city.
NH Small Biz Development Center - Thinking of starting a business in NH? Find out about the resources available to you.
Doing Business in NH - Find out what the government has to offer business owners in NH.
NH Economy - Everything you need to know about doing business in NH.
BuzGate NH - NH specific tools, help, networking, and resources.
NH Business Incubators - Up-to-date list of business incubators, VC firms, and networking organizations in NH.
New Hampshire Businesses For Social Responsibility - Consider joining an organization like the NHBSR to expand your reach to investors and employees who care about social responsibility.

Sites for Entrepreneurs

Regional & National Business Resources

Other Useful Links