Owning a business is both exciting and intimidating.
Browse these tools and find resources to help you make decisions on starting or growing your enterprise. Your SCORE mentor can assist in putting your ideas into action.
Getting Started with SCORE Los Angeles
Are You Ready to Start a Business? Are you an Entrepreneur? What to Expect and Not to Expect From a Business Mentor....and much more to get you started on your way to success. Read more
Business Plans
These tools can be your first step towards small business success. Find business planning, finance, sales, marketing and management templates & guides. Read more
Financial Projections
Finance & Business Planning Template Read more
Funding Resources
Looking for capital to start or grow your business? Check out local funding sources and guidance materials put together by SCORE volunteers. Read more
Permits & Other Business Information
SCORE Reference Card. Many useful phone numbers and e-mail addresses for your business. Read more
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Financial Statements Template
If you don't have your financial plan in order, you're not ready to start or grow in your business venture. Read more
Business Plan Template
Ready to start your business? Use this business plan template to get you going in the right direction. Read more
Infographic: Entrepreneurship Training
Small business owners who invest in training are more likely to grow. Read more
Financial Projections Template
Download this financial projections Excel template to calculate your startup expenses, payroll costs, sales forecast, cash flow, income statement and more. Read more
Smart Credit Strategies for Small Business Owners
When it comes to growing your business, strong credit scores—both business and personal—can give you a significant advantage. Read more
Marketing Fundamentals: 8 Ways to Reach New Customers, Starting Today
Download this ebook which breaks down the marketing landscape into eight manageable steps. Learn why marketing is vital to your small business. Read more
Infographic: Small Business Charitable Giving - Big Impact on Local Communities
SCORE’s latest infographic, sponsored by OnDeck, highlights how small businesses’ charitable giving has a big impact on their local communities. Read more
Questions to Ask Before Signing a Commercial Lease
The prospect of looking for commercial space can be overwhelming. Download this checklist to help you make the right decision in choosing commercial space. Read more
Infographic: Is Crowdfunding Right for Your Small Business?
SCORE’s latest infographic, sponsored by Nav, details the trends of crowdfunding for small businesses and whether this financing method could work your company. Read more
Finance Fundamentals: 6 Areas of Focus to Successfully Operate Your Business
Finance and accounting can be intimidating topics for entrepreneurs. This guide was designed to help you operate your business more efficiently. Read more
The Megaphone of Main Street: Women’s Entrepreneurship, Infographic #4: How and Why Women Start Businesses
SCORE’s latest infographic shows the factors women consider when deciding to open a business and what type of businesses they start. Read more