SCORE Mentors

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Have you thought about becoming a SCORE Mentors Putnam volunteer but not sure what to expect? As a SCORE volunteer, you’ll: Be part of a large, highly-respected, national non-profit organization dedicated to the growth of small businesses across the U.S. ... Work with great people, all with a common vision to support small business owners. Utilize the support infrastructure of your local chapter, as well as tools and resources provided by the national headquarters to help you excel as a volunteer. Learn more about becoming a SCORE Mentors Putnam volunteer here: https://putnam.score.org/volunteer : SCORE volunteer Marc Goldberg

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Today is #SocialMediaDay! We recognize that for many small business owners, keeping connected with customers on social media can feel overwhelming. What are your tips for connecting and engaging with fans on social media? Comment below SCORE client Mary Johns, @openkitchendc

Did you know that in addition to free mentoring, SCORE Mentors Putnam has a variety of free business templates, e-guides, checklists, blogs and other helpful resources to help you start and grow your small business? Be sure to check out these time-saving tools! Learn More: https://putnam.score.org/browse-library-196

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If you want to make a lasting impact on our local small business community, become a SCORE Mentors Putnam volunteer. Powered by the SBA, SCORE volunteers provide business mentoring and education across 1,500 communities nationwide. In 2020 SCORE Mentors helped start more than 45,000 small businesses. We have a variety of roles available. Join us! ... Learn more here: https://putnam.score.org/volunteer SCORE volunteer workshop presenter, Cheri Bales

Happy #SummerSolstice! Are you dreaming of starting your own business or hoping to grow your current one? Contact SCORE Mentors Putnam for free business advice from experienced mentors, plus tools and resources to help you on your journey. ... Learn more here https://putnam.score.org/content/find-mentor-229

SCORE is looking for volunteers with diverse backgrounds and experiences to serve in a variety of roles. As a SCORE volunteer, you will work alongside others to help local entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Among the many reasons to volunteer with SCORE: Give back to your business community Expand your business reputation locally... Network with local and national business experts Develop new skills with SCORE training Apply today! https://putnam.score.org/volunteer SCORE volunteer business mentor, Ken Alozie

Has SCORE Mentors Putnam helped you start or grow your business? Google reviews are an excellent way to let other entrepreneurs know that SCORE is here to help. If you’d like to leave a Google review for SCORE Mentors Putnam visit https://maps.google.com/?cid=8115699761279246484. ... Thank You!

Has SCORE Mentors [[Locality]] helped you during your business journey? Google reviews are a great way to let other entrepreneurs know that SCORE is here to help. To leave your Google review, visit https://maps.google.com/?cid=8115699761279246484. ~ Thank You, SCORE Mentors SCORE Mentors Putnam

Have you discovered all the ways that SCORE Mentors Putnam can assist you on your small business journey? We’re here for the life of your business. Free Mentoring ... Online Workshops Business Templates & Tools Discover the free resources offered by SCORE Mentors Putnam here: https://putnam.score.org/.

It’s Black History Month. Here at SCORE, we know that Black entrepreneurs are facing unique barriers to business success. Visit this new online resource, SCORE for Black Entrepreneurs: to meet you where you are and get you where you want to go. Share your favorite local Black-owned business in the comments below!... #BlackHistoryMonth

SCORE client Meg Max’s business, Wee Speak, was thriving when COVID-19 halted in-person sessions. With guidance from her SCORE mentors, Meg switched from teletherapy to a hybrid model as her business reopened. Eighteen months after her first session, Meg continues to meet with her SCORE mentors. Operating as a solo practitioner, she plans to continue seeking their guidance to grow her business and expand her practice. What are you waiting for? Reach out to us at SCORE Mentor...s Putnam for FREE business mentoring, resources, and expert advice! : SCORE Client Wee Speak

SCORE is proud to announce a partnership with #GrowWithGoogle and the International Downtown Association (IDA) to launch this four-part free digital readiness series. Develop the skills needed to succeed online and grow your company. Complete just one module or all fourand you’ll receive a digital readiness badge for each module you complete.... Register now!

Assessing how much money you’ll need, and obtaining adequate financing before you launch your new business, improves your odds of success considerably. In Chapter 5 of The Startup Roadmap, sponsored by FedEx, you’ll assess your startup capital needs, learn how to approach a funding source, and get the money you need!

Sidekick Creative has received free mentoring from their local SCORE Chapter for 3 years. When asked about their experience, they commented, With all of our mentors, we've found them to be incredibly invested in our success and seeing us thriveand they definitely give us homework to keep us on track! Find your SCORE mentor today at https://putnam.score.org/content/find-mentor-229 : Sidekick Creative

Did you know? Prospective entrepreneurs with a mentor are five times more likely to start a business and small business clients who receive 3+ hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased business growth. Reach out to SCORE Mentors Putnam to find your SCORE mentor today at https://putnam.score.org/content/find-mentor-229. : SCORE client Rose Morris - Abram’s Nation

November 2 - 6 is National Veterans Small Business Week. SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors, plus: Some of our mentors also served in the military. ... They understand your challenges because they’ve faced them, too. They can help you translate military skills into business success by navigating available services, funding opportunities, government contracts, and more. SCORE is proud to partner with Facebook to help veterans, military members, and their families start and grow their businesses. Learn more here: https://www.score.org/facebook #vetbiz

When you volunteer with SCORE Mentors Putnam, you’ll get to meet and build relationships with business leaders in your community and across the country. Leverage these relationships to develop new skills, to help local small businesses, or to expand your personal and professional network. Learn more about becoming a SCORE volunteer!

Today is #NationalMentoringDay and during these challenging times, the small businesses in our community need help more than ever. When you volunteer with SCORE, you have the opportunity to experience the joy and fulfillment that comes with helping a local business achieve their goals. You play an important role in helping to grow our local economy, and ensure that our local small business owners survive and thrive. ... Learn more about becoming a SCORE volunteer here: https://putnam.score.org/volunteer Thank you to all the SCORE clients who contributed to this 'Volunteers Matter' video!

Are you struggling to ensure that your small business can adapt, grow and thrive in today’s challenging environment? Find loans, grants and other support services to help adapt your business to the current crisis by visiting our Small Business Resilience Hub. Learn more at: https://www.score.org/recovery/small-business-resilience

Hispanic entrepreneurs are the fastest-growing segment of business owners in the U.S. If you are a hispanic business owner struggling with funding barriers or other challenges, help is available. Visit our new Hispanic Business Owners Hub to read these three valuable blog posts: 10 Essential Sites for Hispanic Business Owners... Advice for First-Time Hispanic Entrepreneurs How to Get Certified as a Minority-Owned Business And then be sure to tap the link to request a free SCORE Mentor to guide you through your journey. . Hispanic Business Owners Hub: https://www.score.org/hispanic-owned-business#resources

Thinking about starting your own business? The SCORE Startup Roadmap is a step-by-step guide - filled with templates and tools to help you along your journey. This free online series of webinars sponsored by FedEx, coupled with working one-on-one with a SCORE Mentor, is a proven path to success. Learn more about The Startup Roadmap here: https://www.score.org/startup-roadmap... SCORE client Alexandra Cristin, founder of Glam Seamless Hair Extensions

Hispanic business owners are one of the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs in the U.S., but access to capital continues to be one of the major factors blocking their growth. If you are struggling to find the capital you need to expand your business, join us for this free webinar. SCORE Mentor and business funding expert Hannah Fernandez, will review the funding options that exist for small businesses in the "missing middle" gap, where the sought-after capital amount is too small for a traditional bank or too big for a microfinance institution or nonprofit lender (typically between $50K-$2MM). Register now for this free live webinar: https://bit.ly/35MxuLQ

SCORE client Tenecia Sproull needed help with structuring her non-profit dedicated to providing support services to cancer survivors. She has this to say about her experience working with her SCORE Mentor: She has been an inspiration in assisting me with structuring the foundation. She has provided so many resources to help take the foundation to the next level. She is consistent and believes in following up with me to make sure tasks are completed. I always recommend SC...ORE to my business networks Whether you seek to start a for-profit or non-profit venture, we have experienced mentors available to schedule remote mentoring sessions . Find your SCORE mentor today at https://putnam.score.org/content/find-mentor-229 : SCORE Client Tenecia Sproull - The Pink Queen Foundation

Our volunteer mentors love seeing reviews like this! Has SCORE Mentors Putnam helped you with one-on-one mentoring, workshops, or our free online resources? Reviews are a great way to help other local business owners discover SCORE Mentors, and get the help they need. You can leave your own Google review for SCORE Mentors Putnam by visiting https://maps.google.com/?cid=8115699761279246484

It’s National Hispanic Heritage Month, and the perfect time to launch our online resource hub dedicated to the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the U.S. Our new Hispanic Business Owners Hub is filled with resources and workshops, in English and Spanish, tailored to the unique challenges Hispanic entrepreneurs face. SCORE mentors are available to work with you in both languages as well.

Today is #InternationalCoffeeDay and we’d like to recognize SCORE client and entrepreneur Matt Becker. One year ago this October - and with help from his SCORE mentor - Matt blended his love of coffee, community and outdoor adventuring by opening his gourmet coffee roastery, Le Sommet Coffee. Our mentors, workshops and online resources are ready to help you achieve your dreams. Reach out to SCORE Mentors Putnam today at https://putnam.score.org/content/find-mentor-229.... : SCORE Client Le Sommet Coffee

Has SCORE Mentors Putnam helped you with mentoring services, workshops, or other free resources? We love seeing positive reviews like these for our volunteer mentors. Reviews are essential to spreading the word about SCORE’s free small business mentoring services in our local community,.... How have you been helped by SCORE? Leave your own Google review for SCORE Mentors Putnam by visiting https://maps.google.com/?cid=8115699761279246484