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June 2022

WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

Jun 28, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Free

This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…

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July 2022

WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

Jul 5, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free

This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…

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WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow

Jul 6, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

How much will it cost to start your business? What are the different categories of costs I need to be concerned about? Financial preparation is key so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: • Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses • Calculating the first 90 days projected monthly costs • Ongoing expenses • Conducting a margin analysis and a break-even analysis • Initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on…

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WEBINAR Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business

Jul 6, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowd funding and the process for raising capital from friends and family will be discussed. Details on what you need to know to apply for a business loan, as well the required documents and paperwork needed for the application process will be provided. The various types of financial institutions and which institutions are currently loaning money and what you will…

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WEBINAR Legal Corner: Succession Planning–Business Passing to the Next Generation

Jul 7, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free

Are you thinking about passing the business you have built on to your family? Are you giving them ownership? Are you passing on your role as the manager?  This may be the most important decision you make for your family. What are the lessons to learn about this from Covid 19 pandemic? Join Attorney Ben Martin who loves helping new and small businesses, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs, and Pro Bono service to…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Get More Free Traffic to Your Website with These Simple SEO Techniques

Jul 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

Is your website getting all of the traffic it should be? Is it pulling in leads and sales? If not, your target audience may not be able to find you. Google search drives the majority of traffic on the internet. Learn the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) and start growing your search presence organically, using tried and true methods that are 100% free! You will Learn: • The difference between on-site and off-site SEO • How to optimize your…

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WEBINAR Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups

Jul 12, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Free

Funding and financing your business are extremely important. One of the options that comes up is angel investment. What does angel investment mean? How often does it happen? Is your business a candidate? What steps to take? What do you need? Webinar presenter Tim Berry has been on both sides of this table. He successfully raised investment for his business. And he has been an angel investor for more than a decade.   In this webinar, Tim answers key questions…

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WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

Jul 12, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free

This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…

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WEBINAR Taking Charge of Your Career through Franchise & Business Ownership

Jul 13, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

Are you looking to get into business ownership but don’t know where to start? Discover what type of business could leverage your professional acumen and have a team to support you build a successful company. During our webinar learn what type of businesses excelled through Covid and are Recession Resistant. Additional topics we will be covering:  • Buying into a Franchise & Running your New Business • The Surprisingly low upfront cost • The different types of Franchise Models •…

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WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business

Jul 13, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free

This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…

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WEBINAR Wave Accounting for Startups and Service Businesses

Jul 14, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free

Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track. Wave is designed for small business owners. No jargon, just an easy accounting software for small businesses that makes sense Instructor: Maureen Thielen  REGISTER NOW

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WEBINAR Legal Corner: Products and Services

Jul 14, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free

Learn what your business needs to consider in selling a product or service. Product liability laws will be reviewed. Legal issues associated with consumer protection laws and customer service is also covered. Warranties and Guaranties, advertisement pitfalls, and the need for written contracts to protect your business. Join Attorney Ben Martin who loves helping new and small businesses, survive and thrive. With over 20 years of experience working for SBDCs, Non-profit Entrepreneurship Programs, and Pro Bono service to people wanting…

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WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

Jul 19, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Free

This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…

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WEBINAR Fast Track Start-Up Crash Course

Jul 19, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Free

This course was developed by industry professionals to provide a wealth of knowledge in an expedited 2-class manner. This is ideal for prospective businesses with little to no time but a willingness and desire to learn the language of business, determine whether starting a business makes sense and if so, specific steps to start the business. This is an intensive two-day class created to highlight pertinent information and tools needed to start your business in a very expedited manner. Little to no fluff—just hard-core…

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WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel

Jul 20, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss statement. We will also see how you can download your bank activity and use filters to analyze the data, a powerful tool. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. Instructor: Andrew Strachan (SBDC Advisor)  REGISTER…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: Digital Marketing Automation-Leverage Your Business Growth

Jul 20, 2022 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free

This workshop will go over how you can set up an automated Digital Marketing system to grow your business by leverage your time using systems. Regardless of your business, you will learn how to take advantage of automation to beat your competitors and free up your valuable time. In this workshop you will discover: • How to find and attract potential customers • How to take interested leads and turn them into paying customers • How to increase the lifetime value of…

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WEBINAR Social Media Sells: Facebook Ads, Instagram, Pinterest & More

Jul 21, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Social Media Marketing sells products, services and non-profits as well as enhancing your brand and PR. The key is to combine organic posts, social selling and paid advertising that targets past customers and prospects similar to them. Find out the demographics of popular social media platforms for selling along with the latest strategy to achieve your marketing goals. Let's strategize to achieve your marketing goals for your business or non-profit. Did you know that sales teams that use social selling achieve…

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WEBINAR E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers

Jul 26, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

As consumers get younger and more tech-savvy, businesses need to pivot to find and appeal to new customers. We will investigate the strategies used by successful companies, and look at the various areas that you can adapt your business in the Digital age. Keeping up with the times is vitally important to keep your edge in a competitive marketplace. You will learn how to use technology to: • Find new customers • Improve your customer communications • Get more leads…

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WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!

Jul 26, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Free

This workshop will provide attendees with information about the program requirements and the different services and training offered by the SBDC. The key fundamentals essential for starting and maintaining a successful business will be reviewed. As capital is the life blood of any business, your questions concerning capital and how the SBDC can assist in this effort will be addressed. And as a special bonus, the critical reasons why products/services sell will also be discussed. Attendance is required for existing,…

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WEBINAR DBA Practicum—Join Us Today to File Your DBA!

Jul 27, 2022 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Free

A California business operates under a DBA (short for "doing business as") when it uses a legal name other than its own to conduct operations. DBAs are sometimes known as "trade names" or "fictitious names," and businesses must register with the California Secretary of State before conducting operations using a DBA. California law requires any sole proprietors, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLCs), or corporations that want to conduct their operations and sign legal documents under a name other than their own…

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WEBINAR How to Increase Profitability

Jul 28, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

Do you know the numbers that matter for your business? In this workshop, learn how to review your profit and loss and balance sheet and how to compare your business performance with industry competitors. In conjunction with your advisor, you will be able to access reports customized for your business that shows where you are excelling and where improvement is needed in the company’s profitability. You will also see how to quickly and easily create an online pitch or business plan to present…

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WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to go from Handyman to Construction

Jul 28, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free

Join us for this insightful presentation to gain knowledge on how you can go from Handyman to starting a Construction company. This essential workshop is for any individual who is looking to obtain a contractor’s license and start a Construction business. Presented by our advisor, Michael Williams who has 30 years of experience helping people pass the CSLB exam. Topics we will cover: • Business Organization • Business Finances • Employment Requirements • Bonds, Insurance and Liens • Contract Reuirements…

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August 2022

WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow

Aug 3, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

How much will it cost to start your business? What are the different categories of costs I need to be concerned about? Financial preparation is key so that you can plan ahead in starting your new venture. Topics include: • Steps needed to calculate start-up expenses • Calculating the first 90 days' projected monthly costs • Ongoing expenses • Conducting a margin analysis and a break-even analysis • Initial cash flow projection will be reviewed and presented in this hands-on…

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WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business

Aug 3, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free

This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…

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WEBINAR The Metaverse, NFT, Block Chain and Crypto Crash Course

Aug 4, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Have you ever wondered how your business can take advantage of the latest digital technologies? Do you want to understand why billions of dollars are spent in the technologies on goods and services? Are you seeking to initiate or improve your presences in virtual worlds and marketplaces? Are you curious as to why the Metaverse, NFTs, Crypto Currencies and Blockchain are changing the way customers and clients interact with businesses? Do you want to know what is in it for…

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