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Thank you so much for joining the Open Doors community! We know that as a small business owner you have to wear MANY hats, some of which may not be in your area of expertise. That’s why NBCUniversal and State Farm® tapped into subject matter resources in their organizations to create materials that provide you with actionable takeaways and advice around the various aspects of running a small business. The resources below include worksheets, best practices for reaching your audience and, from our sponsor State Farm, important information on protecting the business you’re building.
 
Our Marketing 101 resources offer expertise and guidance to help your small business navigate today’s ever-changing marketing landscape. From the basics of establishing your brand, to the specifics of accomplishing successful campaigns across digital and social, and creating content that connects, we’re here to strengthen your brand’s messaging in the marketplace.
 
Whether you are just getting started on your small business journey or are a few years in, this information will provide valuable insights on growing your brand!
 
Looking for something in particular? Use #NBCUOpenDoors on social and tell us what downloadable resource you’d like to see next to help with your small business needs.
 

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Starting Your Small Business
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Establishing Your Brand Positioning
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Establishing Your Brand Positioning
Why Become MBE Certified?
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Why Become MBE Certified?
Creating Your Brand's Visual Identity
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Logo Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Logo Best Practices
Reaching Your Audience
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Digital Media Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Digital Media Best Practices
Social Media Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Social Media Best Practices
Email Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Email Best Practices
Website Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Website Best Practices
Local Media 101
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Local Media 101
Video Content Best Practices
Open Doors: Marketing 101
Video Content Best Practices
Protecting Your Business
This section is presented by State Farm®
Protecting Your Business
State Farm
Protecting Your Business
Sample Property Checklist
State Farm
Sample Property Checklist
Protect Your Business Like It's Your Home
Microsoft
Protect Your Business Like It's Your Home
Commercial Auto
State Farm
Commercial Auto
Loss Control and Employee Safety
State Farm
Loss Control and Employee Safety
Managing Your Securities and Financials
Build Cybersecurity Into Your Small Business
Microsoft
Build Cybersecurity Into Your Small Business
8 Ways For Small Business Owners To Manage Their Cash Flow
State Farm + US Bank
8 Ways For Small Business Owners To Manage Their Cash Flow
What Type Of Loan Is Right For Your Business?
State Farm + US Bank
What Type Of Loan Is Right For Your Business?

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