The holiday season is not only a time for celebration but also a crucial period for small businesses to thrive....
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Welcome to
The University of Scranton
Small Business Development Center
part of the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center Network
*Our SBDC will be closed for the holidays from December 24-January 5.
➡️Click here for Funding & Other Resources for Small Businesses
The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides educational programs and no cost, confidential consulting services to entrepreneurs looking to start a small business or grow an existing small business in Bradford County, Lackawanna County, Monroe County, Pike County, Susquehanna County, Tioga County, Wayne County, and Wyoming County in Pennsylvania. The University of Scranton has hosted the SBDC since 1980, providing outstanding resources, support, and funding. The SBDC is housed in the University’s nationally recognized Kania School of Management.
Embrace New Horizons in 2024: How Internships Can Elevate Your Small Business
SBDC
November 1, 2023
As we look ahead to 2024, now is the time to get ahead and start planning for the new year....
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Safeguarding Your Small Business: A Quick Guide to Essential Cybersecurity
SBDC
October 5, 2023
Safeguarding Your Small Business: A Quick Guide to Essential Cybersecurity As a small business owner, you have a lot on...
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From Idea to Action: Developing your Business Plan in Five Steps
SBDC
May 31, 2023
Why do you need a business plan? A business plan is a written guide for starting and running your business...
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Steps for Start-Up Success
SBDC
March 3, 2023
Steps for Start-Up Success According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, over 50% of small businesses fail in the first...
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Tips to Host a Summer Internship
SBDC
February 21, 2023
February provides a great opportunity to get ahead and start planning for the summer. A strategic place to start is...
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Announcing our 4-part Financial Literacy webinar series, presented by Truist. This monthly series is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners build confidence in managing their finances.![]()
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Each session runs from 12pm - 1pm and includes practical guidance plus valuable take-away resources.![]()
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January 21 – Banking and Budgeting Basics![]()
February 18 – Business Finance Basics![]()
March 18 – Separating Business and Personal Accounts![]()
April 15 – Borrowing for Small Businesses![]()
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Register for the first session here: pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/33068
The new year is a natural time to pause, reflect, and make intentional decisions for your business. You don’t need a full overhaul—small, thoughtful steps can help keep your business moving forward all year long.![]()
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This is part of our January series focused on planning ahead. Be sure to look for the other posts as we share practical ways to move forward with clarity and confidence.![]()
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The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center is here to help with no-cost, confidential consulting.![]()
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👉 Request consulting at www.pasbdc.org/scranton