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Why good businesses miss out on grants (and how Denton entrepreneurs can get them)

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By Tracy Irby
| Denton Record-Chronicle Verified
One of the most frequent questions we hear from new entrepreneurs is: “Where can I get a grant for my business?” Access to funding is one of the biggest challenges facing new startups and businesses, so it’s understandable why the question comes up so often. Sometimes entrepreneurs seek a few thousand dollars to purchase equipment or technology for their business, while others may want to start a marketing campaign or launch a product.
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Tracy Irby: Starting a business? Here’s how in a few steps

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By Tracy Irby
| Denton Record-Chronicle Verified
Many entrepreneurs make the mistake of waiting too long to formalize their business. Last month, I explained why this matters and shortly thereafter I got an email asking, “How do I do that?” It’s a great question because many people don’t plan to start a business but end up doing so accidentally. The first step for entrepreneurs is to decide whether to file a registration with the local county office for an assumed name.
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Don’t know your numbers? Then you don’t know your business

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By Tracy Irby
| Denton Record-Chronicle Verified
One of the most common advising requests we get at the Center for Women Entrepreneurs comes from business owners seeking help with marketing efforts. They want to know how to attract more customers, grow on social media and increase sales. Before spending more on marketing, it is critical they understand their numbers. Owners often know their sales figures or how much revenue they have brought in, but if asked how much profit they made, they aren’t sure what you are asking.
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