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Access Essential Tools for Your Small Business Today

by Moderator on 08-19-2009 09:32 AM

Whether you’re searching for licenses, loans, or tips from notable industry professionals, we hope that you’ve had a chance to use the tools and resources available here on Business.gov.  We’ve recently updated one of our tools to make it even easier for small businesses owners to find the information they need to successfully start and manage their businesses.

 

You can access all of our free tools through the handy Business.gov "gadget."  A gadget is a simple HTML or Javascript application that you can embed in web pages or other applications by cutting and pasting a short block of code. 

 

We created the Business.gov "gadget" several months ago and recently updated it to include the latest Business.gov features.  Now, you can use our new gadget to:

  • Quickly search our database of federal, state, & local websites
  • Find licenses & permits for your business
  • View the most recently discussed threads in the Business.gov community
  • NEW! Find loans & grants for your business
  • NEW! Read the most recently posted blogs on Business.gov, including articles from small business insiders
  • NEW! Watch videos from the Business.gov YouTube channel. 

 

For immediate access to essential online tools, you can add the gadget to your iGoogle page by clicking here,* or to any webpage, by clicking here,*

 

In the future, we will be adding additional customization so anyone can create their own gadgets fitted with the Business.gov tools and information they use most.  Stay tuned to our gadget page and the In the Loop blog for updates.  As always, we welcome your feedback and ideas!

 

*denotes link to non-Government website.

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  • Hi! I'm Ari and I am a consultant for the U.S. government, supporting the Business Gateway program. I've been on the team since 2009 and I have a background in small businesses, since my dad has owned one since I was 6! I'm really interested in trying to help anyone out there who has a business question. Enjoy the community and don't hesitate to make the most of all the resources on Business.gov!
  • Caron Beesley has over 15 years of experience working in marketing, with a particular focus on the government sector. Caron is also a small business owner and works with the Business.gov team to promote essential government resources for small business owners.
  • Hi! I am a consultant supporting the Business Gateway program. I look forward to hearing from you.
  • Hello, and welcome to the Business.gov Community. I am a consultant for the U.S. government, supporting the Business Gateway program. Several of my family members own their own businesses, and I'm interested in learning how others in the small business community are doing.
  • Hi, my name is Steve. I am a Presidential Management Fellow working with the fantastic Business.Gov team. Our goal is to continually improve this community to meet your needs, so we appreciate your feedback and participation.
  • Hi! I'm a consultant for the Business Gateway who hosts Business.gov. I have been a small business owner for over 18 years. I'm excited that information on running a successful business is becoming more and more accessible. When I first started it was impossible to get the tax forms I needed let alone figure out how to fill them out. I wish you great success!
  • Hi - I'm Sue and I work as a marketing consultant for Business.gov and the Business.gov Community. Both my husband and I run small businesses so we are very familiar with the highs and lows of being entrepreneurs. I help to promote the Business.gov Community and am excited to be part of such a vibrant community of diverse businesses and experiences. Looking forward to hearing and learning from you!
  • Hi! My name is Zaneta. I'm a consultant for the Business Gateway program and a content manager for Business.gov. I write content for the site; blogs; and send e-mail updates on timely news across federal and state government. I'm looking forward to hearing about topics that interest you and how we can expand and clarify information on the site.