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Business Resource Center
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Business Resource Center
At Sound, we believe knowledge is the key to business success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive suite of educational resources designed to help you navigate the complexities of running a business. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, our resources provide valuable insights and practical guidance to support your business growth.
Starting Your Business
Starting a business can be a significant challenge to take on alone. We’re here for you. Sound provides a wealth of resources to help you plan for success and get your operation up and running.
Sources of Small Business Funding
Information about the Small Business Administration (SBA)
Managing Your Business
Five Strategies to Increase Profit
How to Solve 80% of Your Accounting Problems
Unlocking the Cash in Your Business
Growing Your Business
Growing your business comes with numerous challenges, from managing finances to scaling operations effectively. Sound provides a range of tools and expert guidance to help you navigate these obstacles and achieve your business goals.
Creating a Smart Promotion Plan
Sure Fire Marketing Plan in Eight Easy Steps
Building and Improving Capacity
Protecting Your Business
Protecting your business is crucial to ensuring its long-term success. By leveraging these resources, you can confidently protect your business from potential threats and focus on growth and innovation.
Developing and Early Warning System
Protecting Your Business from Theft and Fraud
Protecting Your Business Online
Protecting and Valuing Your Intangible Assets
Protecting Your Business From Identity Theft and Reputational Fraud
Business Insurance You Will Need
Protecting Your Intellectual Property
Preventing Cyber Attacks on Your Business
Exiting Your Business
Exiting business ownership is a significant decision that requires careful planning and consideration. Ensure a seamless exit that aligns with your personal and financial goals, leaving your business in capable hands for the future.
First Steps to Selling Your Business
Maximize the Value of Your Business Before Selling
Finding the Right Successor for Your Business
What to Put in a Confidentiality Agreement When Selling Your Business
Understanding Sustainability: Benefits of Being Green
Whether you run your company from a small studio or a large manufacturing site, all businesses have some impact on the environment, with opportunities to reduce their carbon footprint.
Helpful Business Calculators
Business Loan Calculator
Use this commercial loan calculator to determine the total amount of your loan (principal + interest) and how much you have to contribute monthly to pay it off by the end of the loan term. Continue reading
Self Employment Tax Calculator
Use this calculator to determine out how much you owe in self-employment taxes every year based on your income Continue reading
Business Valuation Calculator
Use this calculator to estimate how much a buyer might pay for your business. Continue reading
Find more Business & Commercial calculators and resources on our blog.
Business Financial Health Check
Use our Financial Health check to find the key drivers to better succeed in your business.
Business-minded tools and advice. Look no further.
Sound’s Life & Finances section curated with Business & Commercial topics includes tips, tutorials and everyday advice for the business-minded.
Common Scams to Avoid
An online scam is any scheme designed to trick people out of money or to steal their personal information. It’s important to be aware of any scam that can impact your life. Continue reading
All About Operating Agreements
An operating agreement is a document that outlines the internal rules and procedures for managing and operating a Limited Liability Company (LLC). If you don’t have a document that you and your partners have agreed to, then you’re at the mercy of the default operating agreement that’s provided by your state. Continue reading
An Overview of SBA Loans
Do you want to grow or modernize your small business? The SBA’s 504 loan program, also known as a Certified Development Company (CDC) loan, might just be what you’re looking for. Continue reading
Find more financial resources for your business.