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How to Reopen Your Childcare Business or Day Camp After the Coronavirus Shutdown—and Stay Open
Use this checklist to reopen your childcare business or day camp—and stay open—while keeping yourself, the children and their families safe from COVID-19. Read more
How to Reopen Your Salon, Spa or Gym After the Coronavirus Shutdown—and Stay Open
Are you reopening your spa, salon or gym after COVID-19 closures? Use this checklist to reopen your business—and stay open—while keeping yourself, employees and clients safe. Read more
Infographic: The Impact of COVID-19 on Established Businesses - June 2020
In June 2020, SCORE surveyed business owners who have been in operation for at least a year about the effects of covid-19 on their businesses. Read more
How to Make Sure You Don’t Get Audited…and What Steps to Take If You Do
The best way to reduce your risk of an audit is to keep thorough, accurate records and file on time. If you ever do get audited, follow these steps to get through the process... Read more
What Tax Deductions Can a Freelancer Take?
If you are a freelancer or considering becoming one, you probably have questions about what kinds of tax deductions you can take. Read more
Infographic: The Impact of COVID-19 on Startups - June 2020
SCORE surveyed pre-startups and startups in June 2020 about how covid-19 has affected their businesses, and this infographic highlights the findings. Read more
How to Reopen Your Retail Store After the Coronavirus Shutdown…and Stay Open
Are you reopening your retail store after COVID-19 closures? Use this checklist to reopen your store while keeping yourself, employees and shoppers safe. Read more
How to Reopen Your Restaurant After the Coronavirus Shutdown…and Stay Open
Are you reopening your restaurant after COVID-19 closures? Use this checklist to reopen your restaurant while keeping yourself, employees and diners safe. Read more
Infographic: The Impact of COVID-19 on Established Small Businesses - April 2020
In early April 2020, SCORE surveyed business owners who have been in operation at least a year on how they think the coronavirus could affect their business. Read more
The Action Plan for Manufacturing Businesses
Manufacturing businesses are facing many challenges during the pandemic. This eguide offers steps on how to adapt and protect your business. Read more
The Action Plan for Repair & Maintenance Service Businesses
Download this eguide for steps on how to adapt and protect your repair or maintenance business. Read more
The Action Plan for Professional Service Businesses
This eguide provides step-by-step directions to help you manage your professional service business through difficult times and keep you moving forward. Read more