SCORE eNews: How to Get Brand Clarity | Building a Global Business

Plus, how to make your business more attractive to lenders and more... We've gathered the best new SCORE content for you [View in Browser]( [scoreLogo_email600px image](   CREATING YOUR BRAND [woman working on the computer]( [Brand Clarity: Make your Marketing Easy & Effective]( August 29 | 1:00 PM ET Find out why branding is relevant for everyone to stand out and survive as an entrepreneur. You will learn the steps to the brand strategy process and why you shouldn't spend a dime on marketing until you get brand clarity. [REGISTER NOW]( [woman working in notebook]( [How to Do a Brand Audit]( Learn the steps you can take to complete a brand audit. This audit will help you understand your position in the market, as well as your brand strengths and weaknesses. [READ THE POST]( [people brainstorming at a table]( [Your Brand Brainstorming Worksheet]( You need brand clarity in order to truly understand the foundation of your business and your brand. Completing this fillable worksheet can help you gain that clarity in many key areas of your business. [GET THE WORKSHEET]( [Get Help With Your Branding Questions]( Creating a brand that represents you and your business can be difficult. You don't have to do it alone. SCORE mentors can provide personalized advice to build a brand that fits. Browse our list of branding experts and request your mentor today.  [GET BRAND ADVICE](   SUPPORTING BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES [Tools For Black Entrepreneurs]( Get more information and support for black entrepreneurs in our online resource hub. [SEE THE RESOURCES](   [woman working at a juice bar](   [GettyImages-1216968894 image]( [Tips for Black-Owned Businesses - How to Make Your Business More Attractive to Lenders]( Join us Tuesday, August 8 at 1 pm to learn how to make your business finances attractive to lenders. [REGISTER NOW]( [13 Black Business Owners Share Their Secrets To Success]( Find out the best tips that other black business owners have for success. [GET THE TIPS](   [tips-from-black-entrepreneirs-GettyImages-1280404040 image](   WORK WITH A MENTOR [Working with a SCORE mentor]( can help you get started on your business idea, overcome challenges and grow your business.  [Pedia_Diane_Miller image]( [PeDIA LLC]( "My mentor has made all the difference. Without his compassionate guidance and business acumen, I don’t think my business would have survived." []( [- Diane Miller, Founder]( Click the button below to enter your zip code and fill out a request form to be matched with a local mentor. You can also browse mentor profiles to find the best mentor for you. [GET A MENTOR](   Resources for Entrepreneurs [people on a video call]( [13 Keys to Success for Starting a Global Business]( If you are planning to build an international business, there are things to consider. In this post, sponsored by Lexmark GO-Line, you'll find out what those things are and how to set your business up for success. [READ THE POST >]( [Business Plan Template for an Established Business]( Business plans aren't just for startups. Using this template, you can create a roadmap to guide the growth and continued success of your business throughout its next stages. [GET THE TEMPLATE >]( [Man working at desk with laptop next to him]( [woman working on a ceramic pitcher]( [Resources for Women Entrepreneurs]( See the best SCORE resources for women entrepreneurs in one location. This hub, sponsored by Principal, also highlights the current state of women in business and success stories to inspire you. [SEE THE RESOURCES >](   VOLUNTEER WITH SCORE   [Marvy P. Moore headshot] [Giving Back: Volunteer with SCORE to Support Black Entrepreneurs]( Marvy Moore, one of our volunteer mentors, encourages Black executives to get involved with SCORE in [this article from Savoy](. "Just look at the number of businesses started by people of color, and especially women of color. There is a movement that your talent can be poured back into. Whatever you bring to the table, added with the resources from SCORE, you can be a tremendous resource to small businesses." There are opportunities for you to [volunteer within the SCORE organization](. We are looking for mentors, subject-matter experts, presenters and administrative volunteers to support the local SCORE chapters. Learn more about the SCORE volunteer experience and start the application process now. [BECOME A SCORE VOLUNTEER](       [FIND A MENTOR]( [VOLUNTEER]( [GET BUSINESS TRAINING](   SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. We have been doing this for more than 50 years.   Because our work is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and thanks to our network of 10,000+ volunteers, we are able to deliver our services at no charge or at a very low cost. [Find out more about our mission, vision and values](.   [SBA & SCORE] Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Connect With Us: [Facebook](      [Twitter](      [Instagram](      [LinkedIn](      [YouTube]( You're receiving this email because you opted in for SCORE eNews. To manage your preferences, click the Unsubscribe or Update Profile link below at any time. 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