All good ideas. I'm not looking to start a business just yet. Yes, credentials are very important. SCORE is not for me yet either, however I am familiar with them and have been to business delvopement meetings.
Point: If someone would accept a SCORE volunteer's input, why would they necessarily feel the need to pay me? I don't get it.
Here's a sample: 101 marketing tips that cost nothing or very little. That is an existing publication but I didn't put it in Italics because that is not the exact title. People overlook what they can do to expand their business thru marketing oportunities that are free. I should get paid for that? OK, I'll take the money
RickM, sure. I'd be a fool not to listen to anyone that has an idea. At the worst case, it's not for me. One can always learn from another.
HughR, I'm talking in general and marketing. I already do the things that are related to construction. It's fun but, I have knowledge to offer in marketing as well. I come from an advertising family. I just happen to be a contractor. As far a speaking, maybe someday. I was an English and speech major in college, but I'd rather work one on one.