GO-Biz

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What is GO-BIZ?

GO-BIZ is a framework of training and technical assistance to increase entrepreneurs’ exposure to planning, resources, and approaches for building their own business. It includes a curriculum of basic training for businesses like yours, delivered in a short-course format.

Develop your concept and map out your business. www.lsbdc.org
www.sba.gov
www.lapdd.org
Organize your business and identify tools and resources www.lsbdc.org
www.irs.gov
www.revenue.louisiana.gov
www.GeauxBiz.com
www.opportunitylouisiana.com
 GO BIZ fund Locate loans, and improve your financial capacity. www.rurdev.usda.gov
www.sba.gov
www.govloans.gov
www.trufund.org
GO BIZ apply Obtain permits and licenses to construct and operate, and submit filings. www.opportunitylouisiana.com
www.deq.louisiana.gov
www.lslbc.louisiana.gov
www.dss.louisiana
www.lagc.org
GO BIZ staff Post jobs, hire employees, and get information on labor laws. www.laworks.net
www.opportunitylouisiana.com
www.doleta.gov
www.doa.la.gov
www.louisianajobconnection.com
www.opportunitylouisiana.com/led-faststart
Launch Use other resources to prepare for opening your business. www.lsbdc.org
www.ldi.state.la.us
www.laworks.net
www.sam.gov
www.lslbc.louisiana.gov
www.uspto.gov
www.deq.louisiana.gov
GO BIZ sign up Prepare documents, post adjustments, and seek training. www.lsbdc.org
www.laworks.net
www.GeauxBiz.com
www.laworks.net
GO BIZ compete Apply for incentives, register your business, and seek certifications, expand our business skills, and manage your revenue. www.opportunitylouisiana.com/SEBD
www.lsbdc.org
www.lslbc.louisiana.gov
www.laworks.net
www.business.usa.gov
www.uspto.gov
www.sbir.gov
GO BIZ grow Use counseling services, expand market, consider mentorship, and economic gardening, and revisit business plan benchmarks. Visit your regional resources at: www.lapdd.org/RegionalBiz

Under Perpetual Construction…We’re always looking for new TOOLS and resources, so start now, but check back for other updates. 

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GO BIZ TOOLKIT includes references, forms, outlines, and general guides for assisting businesses with preparing their business plan and locating information on specific components in the lifecycle of business development/growth.

THE Business Recovery Checklist is a separate document to help you work through practical tips after a disaster has impacted your small business operations.