Do Veterans/Retirees know what it takes to start a small business? There is help: SCORE; SBDCs; SBA; WBCs; VBOP; PTACs. Have any to add?

MSG Arthur Whiteside — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 12:27:56 -0400

SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship.
SBA’s District Offices are responsible for the delivery of SBA's many programs and services throughout the country.
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide assistance to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs throughout the United States and its territories.
Women's Business Centers (WBCs) represent a national network of nearly 100 educational centers throughout the United States and its territories, which are designed to assist women in starting and growing small businesses.
The Veterans Business Outreach Program (VBOP) is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling and mentoring, and referrals for eligible veterans owning or considering starting a small business.

Check out this video of this outstanding Naval officer that turned his love of dogs into a thriving Vet-owned business: https://youtu.be/MgWNogxBnkQ

Outstanding Veteran-Owned Small Business: Dog is Good

Dog is Good, LLC from Los Alamitos, California, received the Outstanding Veteran-Owned Small Business award at the 2013 SCORE Awards. The award was sponsored...

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 12:29 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 12:29:11 -0400

Thank you, MSG Arthur Whiteside. I have been playing with the idea of starting a small scooter dealership here as I have been seeing a boom in scooters around town (3 colleges/universities in town) & no dedicated dealers.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 12:49 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 12:49:17 -0400

MSG Arthur Whiteside This link will aid in getting certified as a Vet. owned business. http://www.inc.com/guides/2010/05/veteran-owned-business-certification.html

How to Get Certified as a Veteran-Owned Business

Acknowledging your status as a veteran could give you an advantage in the business world. Here's how.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Jul 23 at 2015 1:09 PM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 13:09:30 -0400

I started my consulting firm with a dream and hard work. My wife and I built it thru blood sweat and tears along with the guidance of friends and associates.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Jul 23 at 2015 1:10 PM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 13:10:21 -0400

Thanks for posting and sharing

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 23 at 2015 1:57 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 13:57:01 -0400

If you are considering contracting for the Government there are Veteran Owned and Service Disabled veteran set asides that most agencies have a hard time meeting their goals. SCORE and SBA should be a good resource as there is plenty of potential for Vets looking for work.

Response by CPT Michael L.F. Slavin made Dec 8 at 2016 3:54 PM

CPT Michael L.F. Slavin — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 15:54:37 -0500

I discuss it all in my book.

I was broke with no money and bankrupt. I wrote a business plan, raised $203,000 in 2 weeks from strangers and was a millionaire 3 1/2 years later.I tell you how to do it in my book, One Million in the Bank: How To Make $1,000,000 With Your Own Business, Even If You Have No Money Or Experience (On Amazon). You really, really should read it. I have also written a Veterans' Guide To One Million in the Bank. It does have good original material, but you must get the main book.

You can do it. If you plan right. All of the 12 stories in my book, people were millionaires in 3-7 years from starting with nothing. Feel free to contact me with questions after or before you get the book, http://www.onemillioninthebank.com.
God bless! Good Luck!