Tools for Business
Home
Options/Pricing
Why
aaAbout
Let's Talk
Visit site
Yes2Connect
Importance
About
866.429.1527
Tools for Business is a customized business information hub with:
10,000+ localized links
Answers to 500+ questions with online chat
Compliance information
Unique tools
Multilingual support: 900+ resources in 33 languages
Here are some questions answered within the Tools:
Can you explain the 20% Qualified Business Income Deduction?
Are there any loans for businesses in rural areas?
How to use Sketch.io for social media
What is the Amazon Gift Card Scam?
What is the Google Search Console?
What quarterly forms do I need to file for income tax I've withheld?
I want to sell Benefits so I can avoid price discounts
Is there any entrepreneurship training for veterans?
What forms do I need to register as an employer?
Is there food certification training in my area?
What forms do I need to register my business name?
What is the Food Safety Modernization Act and how do I comply?
How do I set up my computers to minimize repetitive stress?
What is a utility patent?
Where can I get 1-on-1 export assistance?
How do I comply with the Menu Labeling Act?
Do I have to have a business license?
Is there new hire reporting for independent contractors?
What customized training is offered by my local community college?
What is the SBA Mentor Protégé program?
What is a resellers certificate?
How can I get my brochures in the California Welcome Centers?
How do I get certified as a small or minority owned business?
Should I be an S or a C corporation?
I need Hate Violence Protection information for my California employees
How can I use technology to boost my business?
What type of business signage improve my profits?
I need a tool to create a job description
How can my business plan for a disaster?
What are the best practices for restaurant success?
Where can I get withholding allowance forms
How can I sell to the federal government?
I am looking for templates for restaurant management
How can a One Stop Career Center help my business?
I need safety resources for logging
I'm a small retailer and need a marketing checklist
What are Bylaws?
Is there lean performance training?
How can I license technology developed by local universities?
Why should I do a business plan?
What EPA regulations does my health care business need to follow?
What do I have to do before getting a business loan?
What is the minimum wage?
What is the Harmonized Tariff system?
I want to know about crowdfunding
How do I create a strategic plan?
Can you summarize all the requirements I have as a partnership?
What do I have to do to comply with ADA?
How is tip income reported?
Are there any Angel Investment groups in my area?
What to do to get a good business credit score?
How does the IRS classify employees versus independent contractors?
I want to provide my truck drivers with Ergonomics information
Do I need an alarm permit?
How can I participate in Adopt the Road programs?
What 1-on-1 business assistance is available in my area?
Why is employee feedback important?
I want to improve teen worker safety in my restaurant
Is there any support if imports are wiping out my business?
Is there a state Market Maker for agricultural markets?
If I sell tobacco, what licensees do I need?
What desk exercises can keep my employees alert?alert
Do I have to pay estimated income tax?
What are key performance indicators for retail businesses?
What forms do I need to start an LLC?
How can I Adopt an Attitude of You for my business?
Commercial fishing - financial statements and business calculations
SWOT analysis: Streng Weakness Opportunities and Threats
I need help estimating my cash flow
15-minute presentation template to angel investors
What is a topic cluster in internet marketing?
How can I use ergonomics to reduce worker injuries?
I want to know about how to use KickStarter to fund my business
How can I prevent fraud in my business
How do I label my product with a UPC barcode?
Are there energy best practices for industry?
What industrial or commercial sites are available in my area?
Is there entrpreneurial training in my area?
Are there resources for women entrepreneurs in my state?
What is Six Sigma certification?
I want to implement a Drug-Free Workplace
What are 1099M forms?
Are there any energy rebates in my area?
How do I issue stock?
Is there any sexual harassment training for my supervisors?
Is there a free halp to help me keep track of things?
What employers should NOT do to respond to the Zika virus
After a cyber attack, I need to know what to do
How can the National Compliance Assistance Centers help my business?
What is SAM?
I want a workplace program to address domestic violence
How do I handle Marijuana in the Workplace?
Who do I notify if there is graffiti?
How can I sell to my city?
Does my business need flood insurance?
Fire Safety for Hotels/Mdels
Can I be reimbursed for back-to-work modifications?
I want to know how to sell when my product in not unique
What employer taxes am I responsible for?
What are FLSA regulations?
Where can I find sample business plans
If I sell firearms, what licenses do I need?
Does my business have to check the Do Not Call Registry before making outbound calls?
I need compliance help as a small food manufacturer
What are MSDS Material Safety Data Sheets?
Are you a second stage business?
How can I get free OSHA compliance help?
I want to sell to FEMA
Are there any Beginning Farmer programs in my state?
I need 1-on-1 help with my agricultural business
How do you add a "Share" button?
I'm looking for a loan repayment calculator
Are there buy-local programs in your area
I need to train for soft skills in the health industry
What forms do I have to file quarterly to the federal government?
How can I sell to my county?
How can the Chamber of Commerce help my business?
Tell me about loans if I bid on a federal transportation project
What is the Gold Key Matching Service?
How can I use my balance sheet and income statement to evaluate my business?
What annual forms do I have to file for the state?
Where can I get free market surveys on global demand for my products?
What is an NAICs code?
What is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit?
Are there business plan tools for the fishing industry?
How can I use technology to improve my cash flow?
What are Schedule B classification codes?
What forms to I have to file quarterly to the state?
What are the pros and cons of being an entrepreneur?
How is federal unemployment tax handled?
How can I build my business credit?
Are there any SBA loans for international trade?
National Agricultural Center sponsored by the EPA
Can you summarize all the requirements I have as a sole proprietor?
What is a DUNS number and why do I need one?
Find out where your customers, competitors and suppliers are using SizeUp
How do you get certified as a green business?
What is a Schedule K-1?
How to set up an inventory management system
What interview questions are illegal to ask?
I want to develop a violence prevention program
I need training resources for soft (people) skills
I am looking for business simulation games for training
What is Work Sharing and how do I implement it?
When does the IRS consider me to be an employer?
Is there a tool to evaluate my business water footprint?
How do I register my business to sell to the state?
Is there a HIPAA Security Risk Assessment Tool
I need a customer survey tool
Tell me about Buy California
What are the skills and talents required for entrepreneurship?
Can I deduct my home office?
What EPA regulations does my construction company need to follow?
Is there bad check restitution help in my area?
What quarterly forms do I need to file for sales tax?
Is there unemployment insurance for my employees or me after a disaster?
I want to prevent a cyber attack on my business
Where local foreign trade zones?
How do you do a trademark?
Does California have any financing for manufacturers?
Do any organizations help businesses "go green"?
What is the OSHA Injury and Illness log?
What is a HUB zone and where is the nearest one to me?
What is a Voluntary Environmental Management System Iso 14001
Is there a tool to analyze my business carbon footprint?
What are cottage food regulations?
How should I investigate a sexual harassment complaint?
How do I respond to the Opioid crisis and still comply with ADA?
What are basic business tax deductions?
What assistance can I get if I am relocating my business?
Are there any training programs for loggers?
Am I required to have workers compensation?
What special loan programs are available in my area?
I want to do 360 surveys. Are the sample surveys?
I want to avoid being used for giving a reference
Fire Evacuation Planning
What is the difference between cash and accural accounting?
I need an emergency action plan for my restaurant
How do you set up a blog?
Can someone help me with environmental compliance?
What are 1099D forms and do I need them?
Can I promote my business with the local visitors bureau?
I want to support veteran businesses with StreetShares
Choosing a retirement plan for your small business
How can US Census Business Builder help my business?
Can you summarize all the requirements I have as an employer?
Pollution Prevention for Biotech Labs
If I sell food, do I have to label it?
What posters do I need for my employees?
Where are tax withholding charts?
Do I need a sign permit?
I want to become a food entrepreneur and need resources
How can I find an SBA lender?
Am I required to provide breaks to my employees?
Are their guides on starting a restaurant?
Are small business classes offered at local community colleges?
Are there food labeling exemptions for small business?
How can I calculate my air pollution emissions?
Managing Storm Water Runoff
What is DBE certification?
I want to buy carbon offsets. How do I do that?
What taxes do I have to withhold from my employees?
Is your commercial truck or van regulated by the DOT?
How do I reserve a company name?
I need to train my employees on security awareness
What should I pay my employees?
I want to start a winery and am looking for information
Are there any loan programs for my business?
OSHA safety information for the trucking industry
How can I sell my food product?
Information about federal work visa programs
What forms do I need to start a corporation?
How can the Better Business Bureau help my company?
How do I get a business reply envelope?
What is an S Corporation election?
Where can I find pollution prevention assistance?
Are there safety resources specifically for agriculture?
What is the Employer's Model Return to Work program?
I'm looking for sample forms for debt colleciton
Please explain the basics of marketing in business?
Commercial Fishing - how to manage finances
What are the top 10 green practices for restaurants?
What are the top warnings for scams?
What forms do I use to pay myself?
Can I be reimbursed for training employees?
I want to train my food workers in emergency readiness
How do I get a liquor license?
How can I reduce distractions and stress?
I am looking for tips when buying a franchise
I am hiring a veteran. Are there any tax credits?
Is there a checklist for restaurant crime vulnerability?
What does guaranteeing a loan mean?
What are the dangers of forming a partnership?
Are there sample Written Workplace Safety Programs?
What loans are available for industrial or commercial buildings?
How do you do a copyright?
What is the difference between an independent contractor and an employee?
Tell me about the free bonding for hiring at-risk employees
I want to know the top markets for exporting
How can I use ergonomics in my hospitality business?
Fat, Oil, and Grease requirements for restaurants
How can I learn how to sell?
Where can I get free training on exporting?
How can my business use HashTags?
I'm looking for sexual harassment resources
What is social security self-employment tax?
How is money handled when exporting or importing?
How to choose a credit card
What are California debt collection rules?
What is the World Trade Council?
How do I include employees with disabilities in my evacuation plans?
How do I comply with FDA requirements?
I need a fixed asset tracking worksheet
Online MSHA training
Ergonomics for the mining industry
What is a PTAC - and how can it help my business?
How can I make sense of my financial statements?
Does Department of Transportation give priority to veteran owned businesses?
What assistance is there for Native American businesses?
IRS withholding charts
What is certified payroll?
Is there a disaster readiness assessment?
I'm looking for hazard checklists in the hospitality industry
Are there time management resources to improve my organization?
10 things employers do to get sued
What is the Section 179 tax deduction?
Can someone help me implement lean manufacturing?
I need resources to handle the Prescription Drug epidemic
I need to train my late-night workers in safety
HAZMat Transportation regulations
What is a pass-thru entity?
What annual forms do I have to file for the federal government?
What is Amazon Brand Registry?
What California cities have higher minimum wage rates?
I need to train my employees on emergency evacuation
I want to reduce losses in my restaurant
What is business interruption insurance?
I want to train my employees on using forklifts safely
Where can I get business mentoring?
Can you negotiate a credit card interest rate?
What is Use Tax?
Help me compare a USDA and an SBA loan
How can you monitor your business and industry on the web?
What is the Baldrige National Quality Program?
How can I sell to my state?
What is the Rapid Response Service?
What is California's Parental Bonding Leave?
I need the best practices to stay out of debt
What is DE542 in California?
Is there an emergency alert notification system in my community?
Hours-of-Service Regulations fr the trucking industry
What are best practices in construction?
How do I get a sellers permit?
How can I protect my property from disaster?
I want to sell disaster supplies t the American Red Cross
What forms to I have to file with the Secretary of State?
How do I get certified as a woman-owned business?
I am looking for tips on how to selling disaster claims
What are retail best practices?
I need 1-on-1 help finding bid opportunities with government
Where can I find labor and economic information for my area?
Marketing manual for fishermen
What I e-Verify?
What is the cost of Substance Abuse in my business?
I need a new employee orientation checklist
Mine rescue instruction
I want to know about California Seismic Safey Loan Program
What are the elements of Business Insurance?
Are there any disadvantaged business certification programs in my city or state?
I want a mentor from SCORE
What is country of origin marking?
Are there any façade improvement programs in my area?
Where can I post jobs or find local workers?
What do I have to do for an annual shareholders meeting?
Sales tax rates are confusing - how does it work?
What disaster assistance is available for agriculture?
What do I need to know before doing an employment background check?
I need a sample employee handbook
What resources are there to manage my farm?
What are the different SSL certificates and why do I need them?
When are all these forms due?
What do I do if there is an active shooter?
I want training on how to sell to the government
I am looking to prevent Medical Identity Theft
I want basic entrepreneurial training
Tell me about SBA disaster loans and the required documents
How can I send marketing material through the US Mail?
What business databases does my local library have?
Are there SHA safety publications for my industry?
How can I use Reference USA from the library to find contacts?
What to consider before using your home equity or savings to fund your business?
How can I find federal sub-contracting opportunities?
Can you summarize all the requirements I have as an LLC?
What training resources are there for IRS requirements?
What are Articles of Organization?
Do I need a food permit?
I need to train my managers on handline distressed employees
How do I file W-2s?
What quarterly forms do I need to file for unemployment insurance?
What resources are there for agritourism?
What Human Trafficking posters are required in California?
I am looking for soft skills training in spanish
What is ISO 9000 Certification?
What is the difference between a strategic plan, a business plan and an operational plan?
I need a food safety template in agriculture
Is there business support for artists in my area?
What is the H2Otel Water Challenge
What is the best business entity for me?
Is there a sample Contract for Services for Independent Contractors?
I need injury prevention resources for the wood products industry
What are Articles of Incorporation?
I need workplace violence prevention training materials
Where can I get loans to fund my exports?
Is there state disability insurance for employees and/or business owners?
How can I calculate payroll taxes?
What is an Operating Agreement?
What are the 5 most common scams against small business?
Is there business recycling in my area?
Can you summarize all the requirements I have as an S Corporation?
How can I implement a drug-free workplace?
What is Ban the Box?
What are the first steps in getting back to business after a disaster?
What is new hire reporting?
What is a B Corporation?
Where can I get export credit insurance?
What are the smoking regulations for businesses?
I need to figure out ownership. Is there a simulation tool?
Resources for Foodworker Illness Awareness
Do I need a home occupation permit?
How can my products be certified as Organic?
Are there resources on Work-Life Balance for business owners?
What is the AIDA Marketing Strategy?
I need my state's withholding charts
I need a cyber security policy and planning guide
What are federal debt collection rules?
Is there legal help for exporters?
Tools for Business is available as a standalone website
or integrated with resiliency, buy local, and community building tools.
The app includes tools for:
Information - Connection - Resilience - Support
Click here for more information
We help Local Businesses with:
Start-up process
Business compliance
Hiring employees
Going global
Here are some topics:
Select to view
3 Scams to Avoid on Amazon
30% Down the Drain
5 Dangerous Myths about Independent Contractors
5 Most Common Scams targeting Small Business
85% of success depends on a few skills
8oz every 15 minutes
Active Shooter Response Training
Adopting an Attitude of YOU
Are you fluent in AIDA?
Bad Words in Sales
Before you Click!!!!!
Building your Team: Know thyself - Understand Others
Burned Out?
Burning yourself Out?
Business Succession? Consider your Employees
Colors Matter to your Business
Comparing Business Credit Cards
Computer Ergonomics
Connect with your Community
Create an Employee Handbook
Creating an Inclusive, Safe Space
DATA BREACH!
Delegation is a Learned Skill
Deskercize!
Dig Deeper: Supply Chain Management
Digital Garage
Disaster Planning: Set Employee Expectations
Do a year-end review of your business!
Do you have a Clear Zone?
Do's and Don'ts of Debt Collecting
Don't lose your shirt when you Advertise Online
Employee References: What can You Say?
Encourage Anonymous Tips
Essential Information is Right under your Nose
Fines waiting to happen
Fire in the Workplace!
Free OSHA Safety Training from OSHAcademy
From Problem to Profit
Garnished Wages!
GuardingMinds: Increase your profit 14%
Handling Distressed Employees
HandsFREE same as driving drunk
Hash Tags can be your Business' Best Friend
Have you Clustered?
Help out of the Maze of Confusion
Hire Vets Medallion Recognition
How Bad is your Signage?
HR Flexibility: Telework
Improving Skills: the Clock is Ticking
Independent Contractor rules have changed
Insurance Claim? Don't be Victimized
Invest Locally: Opportunity Zones
Is your Website Accessible?
Keeping Track of your Stuff
Let the Games Begin!
Lights out! Plan for no Electricity
LOL to improve your Business!
Lower your Distractions and Stress at Work
Managing Financial Stress
Marketing to the US Government
Motivate Today's Worker
New Hire Compliance Help for you!
No electricity? Before you buy a Generator...
Offset your Carbon Footprint Locally
Opioid Epidemic: What Employers Should Do
OSHA Heat Safety App
OSHA Safety, Accident and Recordkeeping Tools
Performance Preview: A Better Approach
Powerful Words for Motivation
Protect your most valuable asset: YOU!
Recession! Don't get Eaten
Recycle@Work
Resistance to Change
Safety Resources for non-English speaking employees
Sales Tax for Online Transactions is Changing
Sample Emergency Food Plan for Restaurants
SBA All Small Mentor-Protege Program
Scam Alert Center
Selling to Disaster Stricken Areas
Set up a Business Watch
Sexual Harassment at your Business
Six Sigma for Small Business
Social Media for Businesses Pressed for Time
Social Media Posting made easy with Sketch.io
Stop Food Waste at the Source
Stop Workplace Bullying
Strategic Management: Ask more Questions
Summer's over: What did you miss?
Take Time to Evaluate your Business
Talking Politics at Work
Tariffs: Paperwork & $$
Team Effectiveness Survey
Tell Your Story
Text "Pizza" to 45137
Time to Change your Tax/Legal Entity?
Training Assessment
Uncertainty: Over the Top!
Unconscious Bias e-Lesson
Using YOUR trademark to sell THEIR knockoff
USPTO Stolen! Not just in China
What a Deal! Section 179 Tax Deduction
What are you Measuring?
What are you Selling Anyway?
What's your Signage?
Why True Cost Really Matters
Work Safe: No PO Zone
Workplace Violence Prevention
You are not your Customer
You need an S: Website security
Your Business and your Local Community
Your pen and paper choice can cost you $Thousands
Let's Start Today!
Carolyn Usinger
866.429.1527 (West Coast)