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CERTIFICATIONLeverage your status with certifications from the Small Business Administration (SBA) as a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women owned business (EDWOSB) or Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). If you are ready, you can also consider getting on the GSA schedule or with the 8(a) business development program. www.gsa.gov or www.sba.gov

MARKETINGMarket your business and share information by publishing articles though Ezine Directories, writing a blog, newsletter or with public speaking. Integrate mobile marketing as a strategy to give your business visibility for mobile users. www.womengomobile.com

CONTRACTINGThe Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract program authorizes contracting officers to set aside certain federal contracts for Women Owned and Disadvantaged Small Businesses. You can pursue contract opportunities as a Prime or a Subcontractor. www.sba.gov/womenowned

REGISTRATIONYou have to register your business in the System for Award Management (SAM) to do business with the Federal government. Also, you should familiarize yourself with the registration processes required to do business with your local County, State and City agencies. www.sam.gov

NAICS CODESKnow your NAICS codes! The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes are the most commonly used industry codes in the U.S. These codes categorize businesses by their industry types and are used by states, cities, and corporations for procurement programs. www.census.gov

SOCIAL MEDIAMarket and promote your business on the following social media platforms: Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Twitter. Use a “social media management system” like “Hootsuite” to save time and make sure you select the platform that makes sense for your business target market. www.womengomobile.com

PARTNERSHIPSExpand your business with strategic partnerships and alliances with others in business. Research your options for a General partnership, limited partnership or Joint Venture with another business. www.business.usa.gov

REVENUE Create multiple streams of income for your entrepreneurial initiatives. You can think of creative strategies to market your business with informational tools, which includes books, podcasts, training classes, and events to earn additional revenue stream for your business. www.women2contract.com

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