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For Entrepreneurs

*Looking for a grant for your small business? Michigan State University Libraries have a useful compilation of webpages and books that may help you, particularly if your company is engaged in research and development.

* Brighton District Library has a powerful software tool that can help you build a professional business plan quickly! The software is called Business Plan Pro. The software is available for you to use at Computer #12 on site at the Brighton District Library; individual reservations on that computer can be made up to a day ahead of your arrival. Contact the Information Desk for more details.

* Useful websites:

Allbusiness - Sponsored by Dun & Bradstreet, the website has timely information for the small business owner;

Business.gov - the official website of the U.S. Small Business Administration, has government forms to help you with each stage of a business start-up;

Entrepreneur - with how-to guides, free sample business plans, a networking tool, business-planning and productivity tools;

Franchising.com - franchising opportunities;

Inventors Resources - the U.S. Patent and Tradematk Office's official site for independent inventors;

SCORE - "Counselors to America's Small Business", SCORE is a national association dedicated to helping small business owners form and develop their businesses. The website provides email and online workshops as well as a finding aid for in-person mentoring.

* Also, try out our library's Business Information weblinks.

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