Templates & Tools

The hiring process can be complex, and we want to help simplify it for you – so you can get it right the first time. Read more

Download this template for a list of questions you should ask a potential franchisor before entering into any kind of agreement. Read more

Do you have a C Corporation, S Corporation or Partnership? This template can help you organize to make tax time easier for you or your tax preparer. Read more

If you want to start a restaurant, there’s no better time. How can you make your new restaurant stand out from the crowd? Follow these 12 steps. Read more

Are you harnessing the power of visual marketing for your business? Learn how to find, create and use high-quality images to improve your marketing results. Read more

40 to 60% of small businesses that close due to a natural disaster never re-open. Download this eguide to learn how to create and implement a disaster plan. Read more

Use this template to keep track of federal, state and local licenses and permits your business needs, requirements, and progress towards receiving them. Read more

There are more financing options for small businesses available than ever before. Download this worksheet to determine if an online lender right for your business. Read more

Whether retirement is 30 years away, just over the horizon or not in your game plan, succession planning is vital to ensure the continued success of your business. Read more

By brainstorming brand ideas you can develop a unique brand that truly reflects your business. Use this downloadable worksheet to record your ideas. Read more

Download this balance sheet, one of the most important financial documents every business owner needs to understand. Read more

This e-guide will walk you through terminations – including proper documentation – so you can fire with confidence and clarity, from start to finish. Read more