Small Business Development Center

How International Trade Can Impact Your Business
With 70% of the world’s purchasing power existing outside of U.S. borders, global trade is an appealing prospect even to […] Posted November 7, 2017
4 Steps to Run Your Restaurant Successfully
Running a restaurant successfully is a difficult endeavor, and it requires effective restaurant management to help your business thrive. Diners […] Posted October 30, 2017
Business Profile: Chocolates by Bernard
La Quita Corbet Martin found success in her business Chocolates by Bernard Lake Oswego with the help of PCC’s Small […] Posted October 16, 2017
Balancing Left Brain and Right Brain as a Business Owner
Updated June 1, 2022 The theory behind the left brain versus the right brain is rooted in the notion that […] Posted September 28, 2017
6 Digital Marketing Tips to Grow Your Business
In our digital-everything world, small businesses simply can’t ignore the importance of digital marketing. Consumers are constantly connected to their […] Posted September 27, 2017
What Social Media Platforms Should My Small Business Be Using?
As a business owner, you may have wondered — should my business be using social media? The answer is yes! […] Posted September 25, 2017
4 Retail Business Mistakes You’ll Want to Avoid
Starting, running, and maintaining a retail business can be a rocky road. The hard truth is that only 47% of […] Posted September 12, 2017
Are You Ready to Start Your Business? A Checklist to Help You Decide
If you’ve ever felt like now is the time to start your own business, you’re not alone. Even if it […] Posted September 5, 2017
Thoughts on Getting Your Recipe to Market from a Graduate
Lisa Tran of Tan Tan Cafe & Delicatessen is a former student and was kind enough to share feedback about […] Posted August 15, 2017
What Are Hashtags and How Should I Use Them for My Social Media Marketing?
Leveraging social media as a marketing channel has become unavoidable, but they also require business owners and marketers to utilize […] Posted August 9, 2017
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