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March 2022
WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow
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…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »WEBINAR Social Media for Sales 2-Part Series
Part One-March 22nd With COVID-19 and the pandemic, we know now more than ever we need to have our brand visible and active online. Many small business owners are posting online but not seeing sales. Here is how to remedy that. Part One March 22nd During this interactive webinar you will discover: • How to shift your perception of sales to love it • What income-producing activities can you focus on • The 5 P’s of Marketing applied to…
Find out more »WEBINAR Biz Basics: Lean Business Planning
Lean business planning is not what you think. Not a big formal plan. Not just for startups. Quick and practical tool for managing through a crisis. It's as quick and easy as a few simple bullet point lists lists and tables to set down milestones and metrics. Plus powerful tools to manage sales, spending, and cash flow. Make a quick dashboard for getting through a crisis. Join this webinar as Tim Berry, founder of bplans.com and Palo Alto Software, shares the simplicity…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »WEBINAR 2021 Tax Filing and 2022 Tax Planning for Sole Proprietors
Are you ready to file your 2021 Schedule C business return? If not, attend this webinar and you will learn how to quickly and efficiently gather your 2021 financial information and documents you need to file timely and save money. Learn also how to better manage your business finances for 2022. Topics to be discussed are business mileage, the home office deduction, accountable plans, depreciation and much more. Instructor: Maureen Thielen REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR E-Smarts: Making Facebook Ads Work For You
This workshop will uncover the mysteries of using Facebook Ads to grow your business. Regardless of your experience in Facebook Ads, this training will teach you how to set up your campaigns for success and get more from your advertising budget. In this workshop you will learn: • If you're running your Facebook Ads correctly • The 5 pillars of successful Facebook Ads • The one thing that may be holding back your Facebook Ads • Why a marketing funnel is essential in…
Find out more »WEBINAR SERIES- Crowdfunding the Newest Way For Startups and Entrepreneurs to Raise Capital
Series Overview: In the past, when someone wanted to fund something — be it a project, a company, or anything that required capital to start — there were a few ways to raise money. They could take on debt from a loan. They could raise money from friends, family members, and angel or VC investors. They could even take the "bootstrapping" route and scrounge up as much money as possible to fund the project themselves. In the late 2000s, a…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Dealing with Lawyers
Join us for this vital workshop to learn Strategies and Tips for safeguarding yourself, maximizing what you’re paying for, and knowing your rights. This workshop is led by 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 to build their futures. Ben has a reputation for advice that gives business owners confidence and independence. Using plain language, a…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »April 2022
WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Legal Audit Overview
During this essential presentation you will learn: • How to avoid 10 major legal mistakes made by business owners. • How to correct them..... Doing it yourself, Low Cost, or No Cost. 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 to build their futures. Ben has a reputation for advice that gives business owners confidence and independence.…
Find out more »WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to Estimate Startup Costs & Cash Flow
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…
Find out more »WEBINAR SERIES QUICKBOOKS ONLINE
4/7/2022 - SETTING UP QBO: Decide which QBO version is right for you, learn how to set up a company, customize your settings, create customers, vendors, chart of accounts, product and service items, set up bank feeds, bank rules and learn about bank reconciliation. 4/14/2022 - QBO SALES & EXPENSES: Learn about creating estimates, sales receipts, invoices and receiving customer payments in QBO; learn how to create purchase orders, bills and bill payments; find out about the best QBO…
Find out more »WEBINAR Communicating During a Crisis
When a crisis develops, experience has shown that a strategic, well-thought-out communication plan can make or break a business. In this information-filled, interactive workshop, participants will learn best practices for staying ahead of the story and communicating effectively to all stakeholders. Instructor: Saida Pagan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Social Media Solutions: Instagram Reels
Instagram’s take on the ever-popular TikTok (and other new tools like Byte and Triller), Instagram Reels is a completely new format on Instagram that allows you to record and edit multiple 15-60 second videos set to popular songs. • How do Instagram Reels work to grow your small business • How to use the features of Instagram Reels to select the music, speed, and filters • How to shoot your video in storyboards to increase sales • How your reels…
Find out more »WEBINAR Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups
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…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »WEBINAR Win the Inbox Battle – Email Marketing 2022 Latest Action Tools!
Are your Email Marketing efforts paying off? Are your subscribers unsubscribing? Or are they engaging and converting? Email open rates have changed. 2022 email marketers need to learn the latest tools to motivate opens and engagement. Learn proven strategies to help your message rise above a noisy inbox and get results today. Liz Harsch will reveal her 10 Top Tips to achieve the best results in 2022. Plus see the latest in Constant Contact Advanced Features to save time and get…
Find out more »WEBINAR Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business
This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowdfunding 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 need…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
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…
Find out more »WEBINAR E-Smarts: How to Use Technology to Adapt Your Business and Reach New Customers
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…
Find out more »WEBINAR Orientation: What the SBDC Can Do for You!
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,…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Business Survival
This course covers various topics important to the survival of all small businesses: • Legal Structure and Personal Asset Protection • Type of Insurance • Cash Flow Issues • Permits and Licensing • Management styles • An owner’s life choices • The 3 roles you play in your business • Business planning 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…
Find out more »WEBINAR Taking Charge of Your Career through Franchise & Business Ownership
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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