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Use the Library

Submitted by NJSL

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

People often forget to use their libraries as a resource for their small businesses. For example, a program through the New Jersey State Library offers small business owners in New Jersey free access to online business and marketing tools, including market analysis from Frost & Sullivan and business databases by ReferenceUSA, Business Source Premier, and Regional Business News. Library staff is also often knowledgeable and more than willing to assist in anything you may need--at no cost to you.

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