Manufacturing, once a key sector in Rhode Island’s economy, is experiencing a renaissance. Business advisors at the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center (RISBDC) are available to help you fund, expand, and improve the profitability of your small manufacturing business, all at no cost. Schedule an appointment with one of our business counselors to assess […]

As small business owners, we juggle countless responsibilities. From marketing and sales to content creation and customer service, the number of hats we wear daily is astounding. Limited time and resources are our challenge. And that’s where artificial intelligence (AI) steps in. AI helps increase sales, streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. Whether you […]

If being an entrepreneur has been on your mind but you are unsure where to start, check out these articles which will help you with your business planning, financial decisions, market research, and everything in between.  This can be overwhelming and daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.  That is what we are here for! […]

There are many moving parts that go into planning your business.  Which is why we have narrowed down some essential steps for you and your business planning.  Find out the differences between a business model and a business plan, the key elements involved in a business plan, and some common mistakes made by past business […]

What better time to start than right now.  Money can get in the way of many people living their dreams, but there are resources out there for you to utilize.  See more information and links to a wide variety of guidance on SBA loans, steps to landing a small business loan, financial calculators, and the […]

Maybe you already have a business or are in the process of starting one, but either way you may still need help getting your name out there!  Marketing is one of the most important aspects of your business.  Find topics and concepts for effectively promoting your business, how to integrate social media marketing, tips for […]

We are here for you in every way we can be, which is why we have a plethora of webinars offered to you on a variety of topics.  These webinars are offered live which are then recorded for your convenience.  Find out more on social media marketing, marketing basics, human resource topics such as making […]

You’ve either gotten this far in your own business that is established, or are trying to gain knowledge on all the moving parts that go into a business.  Find out here on information and advice about hiring your first employee, their benefits, human resources including employees with disabilities, and forms/records to collect upon hire. 

Find out here what specific tools you need for your business and how to go about obtaining these.  Learn whether or not you should buy or lease with a specific calculator, how to manage cybersecurity, why you need inventory management software for your small business, and 13 best practices for building solid small business operations.

Unsure of all of the paperwork that goes into having your own business?  Visit these articles and resources to help you search forms, files, and fees online.  This is a way to make sure you are checking all of your boxes.  Here you can learn more about the PPP programs offered, and learn that most […]