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The Complete Guide to Free Small Business Resources: What Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Offers

March 24, 2025
2 min read

Looking to take your small business to the next level but not sure where to start? Verizon Small Business Digital Ready has created a game-changing program that’s helping thousands of entrepreneurs just like you take their businesses to new heights. The best part? It’s completely free. Let’s break down everything this powerhouse program offers.

Quick-Start Learning That Fits Your Schedule 

Forget about sitting through lengthy lectures. Verizon Small Business Digital Ready knows you’re busy running your business. With over 50 courses available, Verizon Small Business Digital Ready lets you learn at your own pace, covering a wide range of essential business topics. They also offer bite-sized learning sessions that can take as little as 3 minutes like their “Making Sound Business Spending Decisions” course – it’s a quick video that gets straight to the point, helping you make smarter financial choices for your business.

Comprehensive Course Selection 

Whether you’re looking to boost your social media presence or get your finances in order, there’s a course for you. The program covers essential topics including:

  • Managing Money and Business Operations
  • Branding and Website Design
  • Online Marketing and Social Media Strategy
  • Legal Essentials and Cybersecurity
  • Customer Acquisition and Retention

Courses are designed for you to learn at your own pace, you can start whenever it’s convenient and even pause and resume later. 

Real Success Stories 

Just ask Erick Casillas from iCareClean, a 2021 grant recipient, who shares, “The digital marketing course showed us how to reach new customers.” Or take it from Nakia Vestal of DollMaker Lashes, who found that “with the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, I was able to learn how to run my business professionally.”*

Funding Opportunities That Make a Difference 

Here’s something exciting: Verizon offers over $1M in grant funding annually, with the opportunity for small businesses to apply for grants throughout the year. Plus, you’ll get exclusive access to their Small Business Funding Marketplace, powered by Next Street, for even more financial opportunities.

Beyond Just Learning 

This isn’t just about online courses. The program also includes:

  • One-on-one mentorship and hands-on guidance with industry experts
  • Exclusive networking events with fellow entrepreneurs
  • Live, virtual workshops and practical learning sessions
  • Spanish language content for broader accessibility
  • Exclusive partner incentives and offers

Ready to grow your business? Getting started takes less than 3 minutes, and you can learn at your own pace. Through Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, you’ll get all the tools and resources you need to dream bigger and achieve more. Your business growth journey starts today – and it won’t cost you a dime! Access your free resources here. 

*With Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, an individual user’s experience may vary and results are not guaranteed.

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