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Gray Poehler writing our "Ask SCORE Column" for the Naples Daily news attended Virginia Commonwealth University (formerly Richmond Professional Institute), majoring in business. I was a career insurance agent, specializing in property and casualty insurance and hold the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation.
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Business Resource Library/Ask SCORE Column
Author:GP
QUESTION: I have heard the government is finally providing some funds to assist struggling small business owners. Can you provide any details?
Trevor L., Estero
Score Naples Answered
According to the...
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Business Resource Library/Ask SCORE Column
Author:Gray Poehler
Question: Where does one with limited resources find investors willing to provide the capital necessary to mass market an innovative product?
Ralph C., Naples
Answer: Ralph, when traditional financing is not available or desirable, entrepreneurs...
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Business Resource Library/Ask SCORE Column
Author:Gray Poehler
Although I research my customers and prepare my presentations in advance, I find it difficult to close the sale. What am I doing wrong?
Tyler W., Bonita Springs
Trust is the basis of any meaningful and lasting relationship. It doesn’t matter...
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Business Resource Library/Ask SCORE Column
Author:GP
QUESTION: We try very hard to cultivate and maintain customer loyalty. However, it seems that no matter hard we try some customers seem to focus only on price. What does one need to do...
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Business Resource Library/Ask SCORE Column
Author:Gray Poehler
QUESTION: I own a small contracting firm and want to participate in some of the infrastructure projects the Obama administration is funding. Where can I find information on this subject?
Donald W., Golden Gate
ANSWER: Federal, State and...
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