Did you know the library can support you in starting and growing your business? Connect to resources that can help you to:

• Write a business plan
• Connect with a mentor
• Research your industry, competitors, and potential customers
• Learn a new digital skill
• Develop and train your staff
• Enhance your marketing efforts
• Network with groups and agencies that support entrepreneurs
• Use in-demand equipment and software
• And more!

To consult with a Business Librarian, contact Anne at aschatz@npl.org or call the Newark Public Library Reference Desk at 973.733.7779.

In the meantime, here are some resources you may find helpful as a small business owner or entrepreneur:

LinkedIn Learning–Contains thousands of on-demand, expert-led courses related to business, creativity, and technology. Log In with your NPL library card here: bit.ly/linkedinlearningnpl

NPL’s Business Web Guides–A Guide to selected websites related to business, curated by NPL librarians: http://nplwebguides.pbworks.com/w/page/5673347/Business

NPL’s Business Databases–Click on the “Business” tab under “Browse Databases by Subject” to access business research databases with your library card: http://www.npl.org/main/internet-electronic-resources/

Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC)–Did you know that the Newark Public Library is a Patent and Trademark Resource Center? Contact Keegan at kfletcher@npl.org for more information, or call the Reference Desk at 973.733.7779.

Made@NPL Makerspace for Creative Entrepreneurs–Use in-demand equipment and software, such as an audio recording studio, laser-cutter, sewing machines, photography studio, 3D printer, and more! Learn more and schedule a session @madenpl on Instagram (website coming soon). For questions, e-mail made@npl.org or call 973.733.7779.