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Happy First Day of Winter! ❄🎄☃ #cttc #wintertime #winterwonderland #nepawinter #firstdayofwinter #businessincubator #businessresources

As we approach the end of the year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, clients, and community members. Your support and collaboration have made this year truly special! We wish you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and cherished moments with loved ones. May the new year bring you prosperity, health, and exciting opportunities! Thank you for being a part of our journey. We look forward to continuing to work together in the coming year! Happy Holidays! 🎄🎅❄ #cttc #happyholidays #holidaywishes #businessincubator #thankyou #holidayseason

Writing a business plan can feel overwhelming, but there are plenty of resources available to help you craft a solid plan that sets your business up for success. Here are some valuable tools and platforms to consider: 📝U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): The SBA offers comprehensive guidance on writing a business plan, including templates and tips tailored for various business types. Their resources are designed to help you understand the essential components of a strong business plan. 📝Bplans: This platform provides a wealth of resources, including over 550 free sample business plans, step-by-step guides, and templates. Bplans also offers tools for market research and financial forecasting, making it a one-stop shop for aspiring entrepreneurs. 📝Forbes Advisor: Their detailed guide walks you through the process of writing a business plan, covering everything from defining your vision to outlining your financial goals. This resource is particularly useful for understanding the broader context of your business strategy. 📝Salesforce: They provide a free template and a straightforward nine-step process to help you write your business plan. This resource is great for those who prefer a structured approach. 📝NerdWallet: This site offers insights into what to include in your business plan, ensuring you cover all necessary details about your business's goals, products, and finances. By leveraging these resources, you can create a comprehensive and effective business plan that not only outlines your vision but also serves as a roadmap for your entrepreneurial journey. #cttc #WriteABusinessPlanMonth #BusinessPlanTips #StartUps #BusinessResources #SmallBusinessDevelopment #BusinessPlan #Entrepreneurship #StartupResources

The Carbondale Technology Transfer Center’s (CTTC) Entrepreneurship Academy seeks to expose high school students (primarily sophomores and juniors) in the CTTC footprint to the concept of entrepreneurship and its supporting characteristics. These business skills include leadership, marketing, effective business practices, and a spirit of independent thinking. Students participating in the program are educated through classroom instruction along with hands-on learning through the completion of a project in conjunction with a local business. Our 2025 Entrepreneurship Academy at Carbondale Area & Forest City Regional High School will be underway before we know it! Stay tuned to see what our local students will be working on this year! #cttc #entrepreneurshipacademy #carbondalearea #forestcityregional #youthentrepreneurship #lackawannacounty #susquehannacounty

If you’re ready to grow your food business, consider seeking out a shared commercial kitchen like the one here at the CTTC! Take advantage of this resource to innovate, expand, and thrive in the competitive food landscape of 2025! 👩🍳🍰🥪 ✨A shared commercial kitchen is a cost-effective way to scale your production as needed while having access to all of the equipment and resources needed to run your business - even for seasonal production when your sales may increase! 📲Tour our commercial kitchen space & facility before 2025 so you can start planning for growth now by calling 570-282-1255. #cttc #sharedkitchen #commercialkitchen #foodbusiness #entrepreneurs #lackawannacounty #2025goals

Even though our minds are filled with Christmas tasks, we are also starting to think about our New Year resolutions! If healthy eating is topping your list, check out CTTC tenant - Fit AF! 🌟💪🍎 You’ll get fresh food from their flexible meal plans, delivered right to your door. Offering high-quality nutrition and elite-level personal coaching you’ll look, perform, and feel the best you’ve ever experienced. 📲Learn more at fitafnutrition.com. #cttc #tenants #fitAF #newyearresolutions #healthyeating #mealprepservice #businessincubator #commercialkitchen

When writing a business plan, it's essential to cover key topics that will guide your business to success. Here’s a quick list of important sections to include: ✨Executive Summary: A brief overview of your business and its goals. ✨Business Description: Detailed information about your business model, mission, and vision. ✨Market Analysis: Research on your industry, target market, and competition. ✨Organization and Management: Structure of your business and details about your team. ✨Products or Services: Explanation of what you’re offering and how it meets market needs. ✨Marketing Strategy: Plans for promoting your business and attracting customers. ✨Funding Request: If applicable, outline your funding needs and how it will be used. ✨Financial Projections: Revenue forecasts, profit margins, and break-even analysis. By addressing these topics, you’ll create a comprehensive business plan that sets the stage for your success! #cttc #BusinessIncubator #SmallBusinessDevelopment #StartUps #WriteABusinessPlanMonth #BusinessPlan #Entrepreneurship #StartupTips

🎄🥂Here is something to think about when you’re attending networking events during the holidays & beyond!! #cttc #HappyHolidays #Networking #BusinessEvents #BusinessResources #tecBRIDGE #networkingtips

The holiday season can be hectic, but with the right strategies, it’s also one of the best times to grow your business and boost revenue. Small tweaks, like bundling products, extending hours, or curating gift options, can make a big difference for your customers and bottom line. Our friends at the University of Scranton SBDC put together a few practical ways to make your business stand out this holiday season. #cttc #UniversityofScranton #SBDC #HolidaySeason #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessResources #BusinessIncubator

It’s Food Service Safety Month! This is the perfect time to refresh our knowledge and practices to keep our food safe and our families healthy. Food safety is crucial at every step—from purchasing and preparing to cooking and storing food. Here are a few key tips to keep in mind: 💦Clean: Always wash your hands, utensils, and surfaces before handling food. 🍗Separate: Keep raw meat, poultry, and seafood away from other foods to prevent cross-contamination. 🍳Cook: Use a food thermometer to ensure your meals reach safe internal temperatures. 🧊Chill: Refrigerate leftovers promptly and keep your fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below. Let’s commit to safe food practices this month and beyond, ensuring that every meal is not only delicious but safe to eat! #cttc #FoodServiceSafetyMonth #HealthyEating #FoodSafetyAwareness #KitchenIncubator #LackawannaCounty