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Welcome to NBCUniversal’s Open Doors, presented by State Farm® – our initiative that supports all small businesses across the country. Our goal is to help owners grow their “labor of love” because we all know when small businesses succeed, communities thrive!
 
On this site, small businesses will have access to our playbook, filled with downloadable resources, tips and strategies, advertising tutorials, and best-in-class business practices. In addition to utilizing our handy resources, you will also find a variety of insightful content relevant to small business owners.
 
NBCUniversal and State Farm worked with subject matter specialists to develop these Marketing 101-type materials specifically for small business owners like you. Access to these resources also gives you the option to get connected directly with a State Farm agent in your area for additional help!

Fill out the short form below to get access to this information and opt-in to be contacted by your local State Farm agent.

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Ready to become a business owner? Follow these steps for creating a business plan.
How to Write a Business Plan Step by Step
Ready to become a business owner? Follow these steps for creating a business plan.
 In case you missed it, click here to find even more  learnings from this insight series – created in collaboration with entrepreneur and co-founder of Walton Isaacson, Aaron Walton. Find dynamic blogs and podcasts that can help you meet challenges with greater understanding.
Small Business Insights Series
In case you missed it, click here to find even more learnings from this insight series – created in collaboration with entrepreneur and co-founder of Walton Isaacson, Aaron Walton. Find dynamic blogs and podcasts that can help you meet challenges with greater understanding.
Our State Farm© agents have been helping small businesses since 1935 and they are small business owners too so they know what it takes to keep a business going.
State Farm Agent Tips
Our State Farm© agents have been helping small businesses since 1935 and they are small business owners too so they know what it takes to keep a business going.

As you continue to browse through our site, you can explore our variety of videos and articles from the networks of NBCUniversal and State Farm.
 
From educational to inspirational and everything in between, gain insight from guides and stories relevant to the small business community.

Supporting Small Businesses
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The Importance of a Good Neighbor
The Importance of a Good Neighbor
Want to engage your customers on a whole new level? No matter your company’s size, NBCUniversal can help.
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Want to engage your customers on a whole new level? No matter your company’s size, NBCUniversal can help.
Planning Your Small Business Needs
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How I Got Here: A Small Business Owner Shares His Story
NBC News Brand Studio
How I Got Here: A Small Business Owner Shares His Story
The Future of Small Business: Innovating for Tomorrow with Futurist Scott Steinberg
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The Future of Small Business: Innovating for Tomorrow with Futurist Scott Steinberg
Don’t launch a small business before asking yourself these 3 questions, says CEO
CNBC
Don’t launch a small business before asking yourself these 3 questions, says CEO
Take Control of Your Business’s Cash Flow
NBC News Brand Studio
Take Control of Your Business’s Cash Flow
How to Start a Small Business
State Farm
How to Start a Small Business
Prep Your Company for Success with a Business Assessment
State Farm
Prep Your Company for Success with a Business Assessment
Rent A Space For Business
State Farm
Rent A Space For Business
How to Write a Business Plan Step by Step
State Farm
How to Write a Business Plan Step by Step
Protecting Your Business
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7 Reasons to Reassess Your Small Business Insurance
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7 Reasons to Reassess Your Small Business Insurance
Protecting Your Small Business’ Financial Future
State Farm
Protecting Your Small Business’ Financial Future
Why You Need a BOP: The Benefits of a Business Owners Policy
State Farm
Why You Need a BOP: The Benefits of a Business Owners Policy
From One Business Owner to Another: Small Business Insurance is Essential
State Farm
From One Business Owner to Another: Small Business Insurance is Essential
Reducing Common Losses for Salons, Day Spas, Barber Shops and Cosmetic-Related Businesses
State Farm
Reducing Common Losses for Salons, Day Spas, Barber Shops and Cosmetic-Related Businesses
Entrepreneurs: Partner With an Insurance Agent
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Entrepreneurs: Partner With an Insurance Agent
Protect Your Business from Perils and Pitfalls
State Farm
Protect Your Business from Perils and Pitfalls
Reducing Common Losses for Restaurants and Food Service Businesses
State Farm
Reducing Common Losses for Restaurants and Food Service Businesses
Marketing Your Business
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Emma Grede offers advice to owners pitching their small business
TODAY
Emma Grede offers advice to owners pitching their small business
Promote Your Business and Build Your Brand
State Farm
Promote Your Business and Build Your Brand
How to Create Content that Drives Sales
State Farm
How to Create Content that Drives Sales
These Trends Will Shape Small Businesses in Years to Come
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These Trends Will Shape Small Businesses in Years to Come
Managing Your Finances
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5 Simple Ways to Separate Your Personal and Business finances
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5 Simple Ways to Separate Your Personal and Business finances
Great Ways to Set Financial Goals
State Farm
Great Ways to Set Financial Goals
Setting Your Small Business Finances Up for Success
State Farm
Setting Your Small Business Finances Up for Success
How to Evaluate Small Business Benefits to Offer
State Farm
How to Evaluate Small Business Benefits to Offer
The Financial Differences of Freelancing
State Farm
The Financial Differences of Freelancing
Financial Foundation for Freelancers
State Farm
Financial Foundation for Freelancers
Small Business Success Stories
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Balancing Passion and Profit: Insights from Small Business Owners
Balancing Passion and Profit: Insights from Small Business Owners
Meet Allison Ellsworth, the founder of the soda company Poppi
TODAY
Meet Allison Ellsworth, the founder of the soda company Poppi

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