Small Business
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Online Collections
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- AtoZdatabasesA robust tool that can help you research companies, scope out the competition, discover potential clients or find your next job.
- Business DatelineRead business-related magazines and newspapers.
- Business Insights: EssentialsResearch and compare companies and industries.
- Business Source Premier Search hundreds of business magazines and journals for full-text articles.
- Gale Directory LibraryProvides access to two premier directories, The Encyclopedia of Associations, which offers detailed information on nonprofit American membership organizations of national scope and Brands and Their Companies, which offers complete coverage of more than 426,000 U.S. consumer brands; 115,000 manufacturers, importers or distributors.
- Legal Forms LibraryThis site offers thousands of Ohio-specific and national legal forms spanning a variety of common concerns, including copyright, financial statements, and small businesses.
- ReferenceUSALooking to start a business? Find out what your local competition is by searching for similar businesses in the area.
Magazines about Small Business
Books for Small Businesses
Business Forms on File
Call Number: 651.29 BUS (Does not circulate)
A loose-leaf collection of forms intended for non-profit, educational or private reproduction and use. Includes basic contracts, employment applications, invoices, etc.
Home-Based Business for Dummies
Call Number: 658.0412 EDW
Covers topics from managing money to legal dos and don'ts to avoiding distractions at home.
Home Office and Small Business Answer Book
Call Number: 658.0412 ATT
Written in a Q & A format, this book covers every FAQ you can think of, such as What is venture capital and How many responses do magazine ads get?
Ultimate Start-Up Directory
Call Number: 658.1141 STE
This book contains 1500 business start-up ideas, from pet photography to firewood delivery.
Websites for Small Businesses
Referrals for Small Business Owners
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- Commercial Photography by Chris StaleyProfessional Commercial Photographer with over 15 years experience. In house studio or on location. Full photography services.
- Clay Creative Results by Alicia PoletteIntegrated Marketing communications. We provide advertising/PR, Promotions, Direct Marketing, Video/Flash, Interactive/Web, Photography, Packaging, Branding/Logo, Trade Show, Training, and Corporate marketing materials.
- Logo Tournament by TamaraStart a bidding war between 100s of graphic designers to design your logo! An inexpensive way to find branding for your business.
- Manta Company Profiles & Information by Pamela SpringerOur site is free and you can look up information on small and large companies... for free.
- Risk Management by Nicole RaffayRisk Management from LexisNexis provides professionals with a comprehensive collection of intelligence and analytics they need to protect and grow their organization.
- Red Flag Rules by Nicole RaffayRed Flags Rule from LexisNexis can help business owners comply with the FACT Act Identity Theft Red Flags Rule. Reveal patterns, practices and suspicious activities that may indicate the possibility of identity theft.
- Social Enterprise by Ava CambelliniThe Social Enterprise is the future of business success. The social Web is changing the way businesses communicate with customers. This can help uncover new opportunities and build trust.
- Company Profile Directory by Nicole RaffayLexisNexis CorporateAffiliations provides insight on nearly 1 million global public and private company profiles.
- Myron Promotional Products by Sara MorrisMyron manufactures quality, custom promotional products and works with closely with businesses to integrate these items into marketing mix.
- IT Support Services by Alyssa HanniganAll Covered, a division of Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA Inc. is the largest IT services company for small to medium-sized businesses. Offers computer and network consulting, design, maintenance and much more.
- Merchant Services by Chase PaymentechChase Paymentech is a trusted payment processing partner for over 25 years. We offer small businesses the knowledge, innovative technology and excellent customer service to help you meet your business goals.
- Non-disclosure agreement by Rocket LawyerRocket Lawyer's free non-disclosure agreement is an essential tool for businesses looking to protect their confidential information. Our commitment to affordable and accessible legal services is at the heart of everything we do.

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