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SCORE, HP and Microsoft Host Business Matchmaking Webinar

Live Webinar. Now is the time to build your business. We’ve assembled a panel of experts to help guide you through ways to make the connections to get government and corporate contracts for your business.

Join us. Monday, May 4th at 3:00 p.m. Eastern
(2:00 p.m. Central, Noon Pacific)

Business matchmaking has brought entrepreneurs together for 70,000  appointments to help make the sale. These business matches have resulted in tens of “B” as in billions of dollars in contracts, over six years.

• Register today for free.
• Attend the free 50-minute live Webcast.
• Watch, learn and interact with experts.
• Get practical tips for selling to the government and major companies.

This can help your business succeed during this challenging economic time. Attend the business matchmaking Webinar on May 4th to learn how. Register.

Christine Banning, SCORE
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With the Internet and globalization, it’s now easier than ever to reach customers worldwide. Take advantage of the opportunities to grow your business. The first step is creating a business card that accurately reflects your brand. Here are five tips to creating a global business card.

Plan for success. If you intend on expanding internationally, strategic planning now can save you a lot of time and money later.

Use a native speaker or certified translator. Words and meanings vary by country so make sure you have a knowledgeable professional assisting you. Online translators are never the way to go.

Localize your card. Make sure the size, colors, fonts and text are culturally appropriate for the countries where you will be conducting business.

Be flexible and patient. You may have to modify your original concept slightly in order to accurately convey the message of your business.

Research how to exchange your card. Learn the cultural context of the business card in your target country and any special procedures that govern its exchange to avoid a deal-breaking faux pas.

Jacalyn Barnes, SCORE
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