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Small Business Development Center

Whether you're a small business looking for ways to expand your business, or are in need of advice to get past some rough spots, or you are just starting out, the William Paterson Small Business Development Center can help.

If you are already in business, our seasoned consultants can analyze your business situation and help you develop tools for growth; a good business plan, financial analysis, and a marketing strategy that’s right on target.

We can also help you identify sources of financing and develop a financing proposal. And, we offer a variety of short, practical seminars to help you stay current and strengthen your management skills.

Information on our programs can be found by following these links:

If you think you have a good idea for a business, but aren't sure, a pre-business workshop will help you explore the possibilities and help you decide whether to embark on this new venture. These workshops provide the foundation for developing a sound business plan to guide your growth. Our counselors can help you refine your plan and access the information you need.

We help our clients:

· Understand the structure and use of a business plan
· Learn business operations and computerization
· Expand through financing
· Prepare for E-commerce
· Develop marketing strategies
· Complying with licensing and regulations
· Increase sales
· Navigate government procurement processes
· Connect and evaluate professional services

Our counseling services are free, and our training programs are offered free or at a nominal cost.

If you just need basic information on where to start or whom to contact, call us at 973-754-8695 or E-mail us at sbdc@wpunj.edu We can point you in the right direction for information on regulatory requirements, forms, and more. You can also make a request for counseling.


 

 

 

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