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Keep your small business safe. Create a cybersecurity plan. Hashtag #BeCyberSmart

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There were nearly 42,000 online security incidents around the world over the past year. And about 43 percent of those targeted small businesses. That means that small businesses are more likely than any other entity to fall victim to data breaches and cyber attacks. This?National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take the time to create a cybersecurity plan for your small business.

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Get Inspired: Small Business Success Story

Ragan and Christi Bond got started in the coffee roasting business after moving to small-town Brenham, Texas. With no coffee shops in town, they opened their first retail shop within a month.?After the success of Main Street Coffee & Trading, they launched Independence Coffee Co. in 2003.?

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Webinar: Understanding the Federal Procurement Data System

October 15 | 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT

Join this webinar hosted by the GSA?s Office of Small Business Utilization to learn about the?Federal Procurement Data System which provides free access to all federal procurement data. This system gives you insight into data pertinent to your specific business. Learn how to access data in the federal space and gain insight into your federal customer base.?

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5 Things to Know About Your Balance Sheet

Henry Ford said: ?The two most important things in any company do not appear on its balance sheet: its reputation and its people.? Nonetheless, a balance sheet is an important financial statement for every business. Understanding what goes into a balance sheet and what it can tell you about your business is essential.

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