Consulting for Business Success

successEarlier this year, James Stephenson produced a list of 25 common characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. We’ve seen entrepreneurs work hard to get great at all of these and know what a big impact there can be with advisors, coaches, consultants, and experts available to support you and your business. Here are four important areas in which all business owners can continue to develop and grow.

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Rules for Small Businesses are Changing in 2015

Katie Burke at the San Francisco Business Times recently compiled a list of six changes that impact small business owners in San Francisco in an excellent article. This is critical information that will also impact Oakland-based businesses in 2015. You can read the full article for additional details.

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Business Training Course with Veterans in 2015

We know that business education can be a critical service for all entrepreneurs. As a result, in January, Noah Harris, Assistant Vice President – Veteran’s Program, will facilitate a one-time workshop, and then, in February, a 10-week course, offering aspiring entrepreneurs who are US veterans a chance to build their business plans.

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Winter 2014 Newsletter

Dear Friends, We love watching the way the Bay Area community is supporting small businesses during the holiday season. Many OBDC-funded businesses participated in Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday. If you’re interested in supporting local businesses with your purchases this month, check out this map showing our small business borrowers. If you’re a business…

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