The 30 Essential Entrepreneur Resources (& Giveaway!)

As entrepreneurs, we strive to find the absolute best resources for use in our businesses.  When I came across the blog post, “The 25 Essential Entrepreneur Resources“, I knew that I had a few of my own to add.  Here is my shortened list of five essential entrepreneur resources (you can read the other 25 over at the Business on Main website!)

Young Entrepreneur Council – While I may be biased because I am a contributing member to the YEC, this site truly is one of my top resources for entrepreneurs.  Don’t let the “young” part fool you… there is valuable information here for both the young and the seasoned professional.  YEC also just recently launched YEC.org which is the first help desk for young entrepreneurs.

Freshbooks – Although this isn’t a resource in the sense of finding valuable sources of information, it is going to help your business… and your bottom line.  Freshbooks is THE simplest and most effective invoicing and time tracking tool for entrepreneurs.  It is scalable and very user friendly.  You can send quotes and invoices as well as use the tool to track your time spent on projects.  One word = amazing.

Web Collaboration – Every entrepreneur needs a fantastic project management tool.  This resource will help you organize your projects, get clear on your deadlines and power the backend of your business.  The best part?  The software was designed by a completely amazing, down to earth and approachable company.  Highly recommend!

MailChimp – My absolute FAVORITE e-mail marketing program on the face of the Earth.  Not only does MailChimp provide you with fun little messages every single time you do something… you also get awesome e-mail deliverability, social media integration and a way to truly get to know your subscribers.  Plus, their free account is fantastically generous!

Lastly, Dropbox.  This is the second time this week that I am recommending them via a blog post but it is because they are AWESOME.  Imagine having access to your files wherever you are… regardless of the computer you are on… and from your mobile devices.  Dropbox makes all of that happen with their reasonably priced service!  They are a must-have for any entrepreneur but particularly, those who want to safely store files and access them often.

The Giveaway!

I knew that you, one of my blog readers, might also have a resource to add to the list so your contributions are welcome!  In fact, not only are they welcome… with every contribution you make to this list, you’ll be automatically entered to win a $25 Kiva gift card!

Here’s how to enter…

Simply review the blog post over on the Business on Main website and in the comments section, leave a comment with YOUR recommended, essential resource.  Next Friday, June 24th, I’ll choose one winner from the commenters to win the $25 Kiva gift card.

What is Kiva? Kiva.org is an organization that helps entrepreneurs, like you and I, invest micro-loans in businesses around the world.  Businesses that may not have easy access to funding.  By helping out a third-world business, we help grow and strengthen their economy and we help create more opportunity in a place where little exists.

So, take a moment to pop over to the “25 Essential Entrepreneur Resources“ post and add your own essential resource!

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