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Legally speaking — a dictionary of terms

A supplement to the rest of our “legally speaking” resources, this dictionary of terms will help you make sense of the legal jargon.

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What steps can I take to launch my business?

This self-paced, 13-course program from DreamBuilder provides a step-by-step framework for launching or growing your own small business.

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How do I gather and respond to customer feedback?

Learn how to gather insights from your users, buyers and stakeholders and use this feedback to help your business improve.

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How do I fund my business?

The Financing Your Dream course by DreamBuilder will teach you how to identify your business’s needs and funding sources.

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How can I become a better leader?

In this free, four-week course from Acumen Academy, you’ll use adaptive leadership techniques to solve leadership challenges.

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How do I legally form my business?

Explore the different types of legal business structures and the implications of each so that you can make the right choice for you and your venture.

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What contracts should I have in place?

Explore different types of contracts, what information they contain and what protections they offer. Templates and examples will help you get started.

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Should I copyright my work?

Explore the protections offered by a copyright, figure out if one is right for you and learn how to apply for one.

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What are my business license options?

Learn about different types of business licenses — general business, regulatory, tax and more — plus tips for Arizona residents and ASU affiliates.

How do I make impactful change?

Ashoka’s three-part series, Changemaking, empowers you to take on systems change without feeling overwhelmed.