Small Business Consulting

Five of the best sites if you’re looking for consulting help to launch or run your small business better. Know of another site that should be listed here? Leave your suggestion at the bottom of this page.

1. Small Business Administration - The U.S. government office tasked with helping small businesses get their start. Famous for its loan programs, but provides other consulting for small business as well. (www.sba.gov)

2. SCORE - Free online and/or face-to-face business counseling, mentoring, and training from volunteer business executives or retired executives. Consult with those who have plenty of experience, whether your small business is just starting or is looking to grow. SCORE is a non-profit resource partner with the SBA. (www.score.org)

3. Blue Phoenix Consulting - Small business consulting firm that specializes in helping people reach their dreams of being small business owners. They like to start working with people while their business is still just an idea or concept and help ensure that the business is build on a solid foundation. Key services include evaluating business ideas, business planning, and Internet consulting. (www.bluephoenixconsulting.com)

4. Passion For Business - Small business coaching for self-employed people, including techniques and strategies on starting and growing a business, staying focused and motivated, and performing at your peak. (www.passionforbusiness.com)

5. Doug Williams and Associates - Small business consulting firm in Vancouver, Washington specializes in helping owners to “grow their businesses and their bottom line.” Works with businesses nationwide, from startup to 150 employees and up to $20 million in sales. (www.dwassoc.com)