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Free education for Veteran & Military Spouse entrepreneurs.

From reading a balance sheet to writing a business plan, our on-demand video library breaks the business of building a business into short, practical modules — watch anytime, at your own pace.

10Modules
~45Minutes total
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Welcome to the Learning Library

New here? Start with a quick welcome, then work through the modules in any order. Whether you’re launching your first business or scaling an existing one, these short lessons help you upgrade your toolkit — no in-person class required.

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The Library

Ten modules, on your schedule

Short, focused lessons covering every part of running a business — from planning and financials to capital, marketing, and beyond. Click any module to watch.

5:07
Foundations

Business Planning
MODULE 01

The building blocks of a strong plan — executive summary, business description, operations, and financial projections.

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4:02
Foundations

Business Structure & Registration
MODULE 02

Choosing the right entity, registering your business, and getting your licenses and paperwork in order.

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3:12
Foundations

Market Analysis
MODULE 03

Sizing your market, understanding your customers, and researching the competition.

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5:30
Money & Credit

Financial Statements
MODULE 04

Reading cash flow, profit & loss, and balance sheets — plus assets, liabilities, and net worth.

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5:10
Money & Credit

Credit
MODULE 05

How business and personal credit work, what lenders look for, and how to build and protect your score.

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4:10
Money & Credit

Access to Capital
MODULE 06

The funding options available to small businesses and how to prepare to qualify for the right one.

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2:42
Money & Credit

Loan Documentation
MODULE 07

The documents lenders ask for and how to assemble a clean, complete loan package.

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4:09
Growth

Digital Marketing
MODULE 08

Reaching customers online — your website, social media, and the basics of a digital presence.

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6:10
Growth

HR, Networking & Pitching
MODULE 09

Building a team, growing your network, and pitching your business with confidence.

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4:21
Next Steps

Additional Resources & Next Steps
MODULE 10

Post-funding best practices — budgeting, bookkeeping, reporting, and where to find ongoing support.

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