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Set realistic goals: Many small business owners go from working 40 hours a week for someone else to working 80 hours a week for themselves. By understanding the time commitment necessary to meet your goals you can set more attainable goals and avoid early burnout. –Grand Rapids Business Journal

Operating efficiently is essential to the long–term success of every small business. And most small business owners aren't proficient enough to efficiently manage all aspects of running a business. Their keys to success are:

  • Get everything done right in less time, so they're free to focus on the part of their business that they love
  • Make the most of their strengths and outsource as necessary
  • Use real–time insights to make smarter management decisions

Start planning and marketing your event right now.

Expand your reach and offer your customers a complete experience at your event. Just click here to find other businesses in your area who want to participate in local small business events.


 
     
     
 
         
   
       
   Campaign Usage Guide  
   Event Planning Guide  
   Messaging Overview  
   Microsoft Offer Sheet  
       
 

Don't forget to add your event to Microsoft Partner Events. If you're not part of the Microsoft Partner Program, you can use Microsoft Group Events.
 
             
   
             
   Poster (11" x 17")  Reminder Email  
   Flyer (8.5" x 11")  Web Banner  
   Invitation Email  Telemarketing Script  
   Invitation Postcard  Print Ad – Invitation
 (1/2 page)
 
   Invitation Letter  Print Ad – Invitation
 (1/4 page)
 
           
 

Don't forget to add your event to Microsoft Partner Events. If you're not part of the Microsoft Partner Program, you can use Microsoft Group Events.

 
             
   
             
   Tabletop Sign  Event Agenda Template  
   Evaluation Form  Post-Event Follow Up
 Email
 
  Attendee Evaluation Form Print Ad (1/2 page)  
   Presentation  Print Ad (1/4 page)  
   Take One Card      
           
 

Ask your local business development manager about
small business trinkets & event giveaways. Click here.

 
         
   
       
   25/50/100 Word Copy Blocks  
   Email  
   Letter  
       
     
Ask your local business development manager about
small business trinkets & event giveaways. Click here.

             
 

Are you already a Microsoft Partner? If so, get ready to take your marketing up a notch! See how these Microsoft partner resources can help you close more sales.

 
       
  Ready-to-Go Marketing Campaigns
  • Additional sales and marketing resources designed to help partners like you drive your leads and grow your business.
 
 

Ready-to-Go Marketing Services

  • List of approved vendors for various marketing services, including free consultations, search engine optimization, and telemarketing services.
  Ready-to-Go Marketing Pointers
  • Learn from marketing experts via free webinars and connect with other partners to share best practices in this tough economy.
  Microsoft Partner Events
  • Create your own event and use our free customizable online customer registration tool and other great resources
  Microsoft Action Pack Subscription
   
  • Get the latest Microsoft® software, tools, training, and business-critical support at $299 per year to help you close more sales, differentiate yourself from the competition, and develop a roadmap for growth. Visit us at http://partner.microsoft.com/actionpack, call 1-866-668-1215 or email MAPS-NA@microsoft.com for more details today.