All resources are provided by us at the Mercer County Library System or JerseyClicks, a statewide electronic resources program offered by the New Jersey State Library.
Databases
A popular business research database, featuring the full text for more than 2,200 journals. Full text is provided back to 1965, and searchable cited references back to 1998.
Whether you’re looking to find the best deal on a new appliance or researching top-recommended cars, ConsumerReports.org can help you make the best choice for your time and money. Covering a variety of categories such as electronics, home and garden, babies and kids and more, ConsumerReports.org contains ratings and reviews for thousands of products from shoppers and experts, money-saving advice and tips, buying guides, videos and more
New Jersey’s Premier Online Business to Business Directory.
"Important Financial Literacy Tools from Weiss Ratings & Grey House Publishing Independent, Unbiased Financial Strength Ratings of Banks, Credit Unions & Insurance Companies Conservative Buy-Hold-Sell Ratings of Thousands of Stocks, Mutual Funds & Exchange Traded Funds Create your own Personal Account to create a Watchlist, get Upgrade/Downgrade Notifications and Log In from Anywhere Medicare Supplement Insurance - Which Plan to Choose, How Much it will Cost, Compare Rates & Plan Benefits"
In-Library Use Only. Nonprofits and individuals seeking funding, scholarships, or fellowships can access Foundation Directory to find and connect with funders. Get the most comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge and insight on the social sector to fuel any fundraising mission. With expanded, in-depth profiles of each grantmaker, you will have an inside look at the grants they have actually made. Use these valuable insights to determine which funders to prioritize.
Search, sort, and export a variety of information from multiple premier directories. Best for researchers and marketers.
In-Library Use Only. Our patrons can access GuideStar to research local nonprofits to support and to find services. Use GuideStar to look up a nonprofit and access the most complete information and data available for nonprofits.
Kovels is the expert on antiques and collectibles in the U.S., educating and inspiring collectors for over six decades. The website includes over 40 books and 25,000 articles, all written by Kovels, and it’s updated with new information weekly. Libraries get unlimited access to all Kovels.com articles, identification guides, histories, prices, marks, and how-to guides on buying and selling antiques and collectibles. Also included is the current digital version of Kovels On Antiques & Collectibles monthly newsletter (as a PDF), and its 47 years of archives. Patrons can identify, price, and learn everything about antiques and collectibles on Kovels.com. Kovels is a must-have information source, especially important for anyone looking for reliable expert information on buying and selling antiques and collectibles, from the avid collector and dealer to the treasure hunter and downsizer. Available online or through the Libby App.
Unlimited access with your library card to LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com). Expert-led online courses covering current topics in business, software, human resources, wellness, lifelong learning, and much more.
Provides full text for magazines, reference books, and primary source documents. This database also provides an Image Collection containing photos, maps & flags.
Morningstar Investment Research Center is an interactive investment database with information on more than 30,000 stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds.
Every Tuesday, they publish a new list of the top companies in NJ. Each week is a different vertical market.
Previously called ReferenceUSA. Provides detailed, current directory information on more than 12 million U.S. Businesses, 102 million U.S. residents, 683,000 U.S. healthcare providers, 1 million Canadian businesses and 11 million Canadian residents.
This database provides comprehensive full text coverage for regional business publications. Regional Business News incorporates coverage of 75 business journals, newspapers and newswires from all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States. This database is updated on a daily basis.
This database offers exclusive full text for many top consumer small business reference books, as well as the necessary tools and instructions to address a wide-range of small business topics. In addition, it provides business videos, a help and advice section, and information on how to create business plans.
The New York Times | All Access
The original, quality journalism of The New York Times helps you make sense of this moment — and make everyday life better.
Value Line Investment Research
Covering 3,500 stocks. Across 100 industries. Representing 90% of the market capitalization of all stocks traded in U.S. markets. Backed by more than 80 years of powerful thinking.
The Wall Street Journal was founded in July 1889. Ever since, the Journal has led the way in chronicling the rise of industries in America and around the world. In no other period of human history has the planet witnessed changes so dramatic or swift. The Journal has covered the births and deaths of tens of thousands of companies; the creation of new industries such as autos, aerospace, oil and entertainment; two world wars and numerous other conflicts; profound advances in science and technology; revolutionary social movements; the rise of consumer economies in the U.S. and abroad; and the fitful march of globalization.
New Jersey Small Business Manual
New Jersey Small Business Manual | State of New Jersey
This small business manual provides information and guidance on establishing, maintaining and expanding a small business. This information can also be found at the New Jersey Office of Innovation, which provides the website, business.nj.gov.
One-Stop Career Center
Business Services | Mercer County, NJ
The One-Stop Career Center provides a number of services to businesses across Mercer County. Our office aims to connect employers with job seekers. The One-Stop Career Center also works to enhance the skills and training of the Mercer County workforce.
The business services provided by the One-Stop Career Center include:
- Business Resource Center (BRC)
- On the Job Training (OJT)
- Training for your existing workforce
- Direct Access to Qualified Workers
- Recruitment & Job Fairs
- Tax Credits and Federal Bonding