Tools, Funding & Support to Grow Your Business
Trusted, free, and official places to find advising, funding, and new opportunities, plus our own blog and podcast to help you put the pieces of your business together.
Free Tools to Move Your Business Forward
Practical, no-fluff tools to help you put the pieces of your business together. Each one is free, quick to use, and built from the same frameworks we use with our clients. Choose what fits where you are today, grab it, and take your next step with confidence.
Business Plan Starter Checklist
Business Plan Starter Checklist
Writing a business plan doesn’t have to feel like translating a foreign language. This checklist walks you through every section lenders and investors look for, from the executive summary to your financial projections, in the order they expect to read it. Check off what you have, see what’s missing, and walk into your next funding conversation knowing your plan is complete.
Pricing Confidence Worksheet
Pricing Confidence Worksheet
Stop guessing and stop apologizing for your prices. This worksheet helps you figure out your real costs, the value of the change you create for clients, and the price your business needs to be profitable. By the end, you’ll have a number you can say out loud, with confidence, and no discount waiting in your back pocket.
The Clarity Series Playbook
The Clarity Series Playbook
Every thriving business rests on a few key answers. This playbook walks you through the five questions we see at the root of almost every stuck business: how to attract the right clients consistently, price with confidence, stand out from the crowd, quiet the imposter voice, and grow without burning out. Work through it in one sitting or one question at a time, and replace the chaos with a clear direction.
Marketing One-Page Plan
Marketing One-Page Plan
You don’t need a 40-page marketing strategy. You need a plan you’ll actually use. This one-page planner helps you choose your ideal client, your main message, the two or three channels that matter most, and the actions you’ll take over the next 90 days. Print it, pin it by your desk, and let it keep your marketing focused and consistent.
Cash Flow Snapshot
Cash Flow Snapshot
Knowing your numbers shouldn’t require an accounting degree. This easy monthly tracker shows at a glance what’s coming in, what’s going out, and what’s left. Spot slow months before they sneak up on you, plan for big expenses, and make decisions based on facts instead of your bank balance.
Discovery Call Prep Sheet
Discovery Call Prep Sheet
Your free discovery call is 30 minutes all about you, so let’s make every minute count. This short prep sheet helps you gather your goals, your biggest challenges, and the questions you most want answered before we meet. You’ll leave the call with more clarity, better next steps, and a clear sense of whether working together is the right fit.
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Explore our content and resources for business owners at every stage.
Blog
Articles on planning, marketing, systems, money, and mindset — written for business owners.
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Real talk for business owners. Listen in for stories, strategies, and encouragement.
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Mission-driven lenders that offer loans, coaching, and capital to small businesses.
See Funding Resources →Mission-Driven Small Business Lenders
Loans, coaching, and capital for small businesses, including those banks often overlook. Listed in alphabetical order.
Appalachian Community Capital
A Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) working to expand access to capital for small businesses and communities across Appalachia.
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Carolina Community Impact
A nonprofit lender offering small business loans across North Carolina, including for owners who may not qualify for traditional bank financing.
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Carolina Small Business Development Fund
A statewide nonprofit CDFI providing small business loans, lending programs, and advisory support to North Carolina entrepreneurs.
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The Institute
Supports minority-, women-, and underserved-owned businesses in North Carolina with access to capital, training, and business development programs.
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Mountain BizWorks
A Western North Carolina CDFI offering small business loans, coaching, and classes to help entrepreneurs start and grow.
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Partner Community Capital
A CDFI providing flexible business financing and support, with a focus on entrepreneurs in rural and underserved communities.
Visit Website →Mosaic Business Consulting is not affiliated with these organizations. Program details and eligibility change, so please check each lender’s website for current information. Need a lender-ready business plan? Learn about Business Planning Mastery.
Growth Resources & Links
Trusted, free, and official places to find advising, funding, and new opportunities for a growing business.
Get Free Business Advising
Free, confidential counseling for established North Carolina businesses — growth strategy, financing, and more.
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Find a Free Mentor
Free one-on-one mentoring and workshops from experienced business owners and executives.
Visit SCORE →
Explore Funding & Loans
SBA-backed loans and funding programs to finance equipment, expansion, and working capital.
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Get Certified for Contracts
The SBA 8(a) Business Development Program is a nine-year program for small businesses that are at least 51% owned and controlled by individuals who are socially and economically disadvantaged. Participants receive one-on-one business counseling, training, and management guidance, plus access to set-aside and sole-source federal contracts. As of 2026, every applicant documents disadvantage with specific, fact-based evidence. The SBA also certifies Women-Owned (WOSB), HUBZone, and veteran-owned small businesses.
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State Contracting Opportunities
North Carolina’s Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) was eliminated in the July 2026 state budget, but some of its work continues. The Small Business Enterprise Program — a race- and gender-neutral program now housed in the Department of Administration’s Division of Purchase and Contract — still helps North Carolina small businesses compete for state contracts. Certified HUB vendors are encouraged to keep their certifications current, and state agencies are still encouraged to work with them.
Learn About the NC SBE Program →Need Help Finding the Right Resources?
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