A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business.
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Business News/Advice
Government Information
- Federal Trade Commission
There is a tremendous amount of practical information here, including
the Business Guidance section, with scores of downloadable business
publications on topics ranging from advertising to e-commerce to
telemarketing.
- Internal Revenue Service
Get
the lowdown on current Federal tax regulations and other tax
information at the Internal Revenue Service Web site, where you can
also download tax forms and instructions. Its Small Business Corner
offers advice on starting and operating your own business.
- Library Of Congress
The
two most useful areas at this site are Thomas, where you search for
information about legislation, and the Copyright Office, where
information about copyright law is available.
- NonProfit Gateway
As
its name implies, this site is intended for use by nonprofit
organizations. It offers links at Cabinet departments to information
that is of special interest to nonprofits. Other links will fetch
information about grants, volunteering and budgeting.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHAs
pages provides a wealth of information related to the agency's
workplace safety standards and regulations. You can search for OSHA
regulatory rules, and delve into a number of other databases that
include information such as recordkeeping guidelines.
- U.S. Department Of Commerce
The
depth and breadth of information at this site seems overwhelming, but
it is an incredible tool if you know what you are looking for. It has
links to the DOCs 14 bureaus, including the Patent and Trademark
Office, the Bureau of Export Administration.
- U.S. Small Business Administration
No
matter what stage your business is, you will find a wealth of
information here on starting, running and expanding. Get step-by-step
information on launching a business, find out about SBA loan programs,
take an online course or register your business.
Federal Government Sites
Local Government Sites
Professional Organizations
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