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Creating a Quick Business Plan in Three Hours
2024-01-22 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Join us and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service and explain the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine tune their Value Statement.
In the second part of the workshop you will use the “Lean Canvas” to begin the process of turning your product/service into a business. In this interactive session, you use the canvas to help guide you in expanding the information in the Unique Value Statement by capturing key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business in the canvas. This creates a basic framework that you can use to complete YOUR full, detailed business plan.
Have paper, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.”
Listen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program:
• It was a great help to have time to work on a plan and get direct feedback from the instructor!
• The hands approach of writing my lean canvas in class really helped me think in detail about my business.
• Really helps simplify the planning process for me!
• Gave me a structured approach to think through my business.
• It was a very positive environment; the instructor and other students provided examples on how to improve my plans.
SCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed. All the workshops are about three hours in length and taught by experienced SCORE Mentors. See more information on these workshops here.
Presenter
This workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor Peter Burkland. Peter’s industry experience includes the functional areas of Information Services, Marketing, Field Sales, Materials Management and Finance in companies such as Lederle Laboratories, American Cyanamid, Bristol Myers, Great Plains Bag and The Continental Group. He earned his MBA in Finance & Banking from Columbia University and has a BA from Brown University. He certified in production and inventory management (CFPIM) by APICS and qualified as a Surface Warfare Officer during five years of service in the U.S Navy. For more information about Peter, visit his LinkedIn profile here: Peter Burkland

Online Workshop: QuickBooks 101
2024-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Learn why record keeping is important! Come away with some small business record keeping rules. QuickBooks is one option for your business when it comes to bookkeeping and accounting. Whether you signed up simply to learn QuickBooks or are a complete newbie to the software does not matter. We will teach you the software from the beginning!
This first session will cover why record keeping is important, an Introduction to QuickBooks Online, how to navigate around in QuickBooks and how to set up a new business in QuickBooks. Learn how to simply set up customers, vendors, inventory items and employees.
Quickbooks 102 will be held on Monday, January 29, 2024.

Introduction to Bookkeeping for Small Business
2024-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Many businesses miss out on opportunities to make more money because they do not fully understand the value of keeping a “good set of books” and analyzing the financial reports their books produce.
In this three-part workshop shop series, we will discuss strong bookkeeping processes; discuss the technology tools that support your back office; review the most important financial reports examine the metrics required to help you make more informed business decisions.
Proper bookkeeping with the right technology and financial analysis provide business owners with more informed business decisions resulting in the business making more money.
Topics will include:

Understanding the foundations for good bookkeeping processes
Learning the basics of bookkeeping
Understanding common bookkeeping mistakes & related poor business practices

Our Presenter Shellie Joyner
Shellie holds a Master of Accountancy from The University of North Florida. She’s worked in various firms large and small and has built her accounting expertise in both the private and public sectors for 20 years. She founded her business Tides Accounting Co. 6 years ago.
When she isn’t buried deep in numbers, she enjoys tutoring students and business owners in accounting & QuickBooks, teaching yoga, live music and sporting events, and hanging at the beach with her family. She loves being involved in the community and especially volunteering at her daughter’s school.

Online Workshop: Business Finance for Beginners
2024-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
The focus of this workshop is on understanding and using those confusing financial terms that all small business owners need to know. We will start at square one and use language that you can understand.
Our goal is to strip away the mystery surrounding business finance. We cover the must-knows.

SmartSTART #1 Should You Start Your Own Business
2024-01-22 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix) | ONLINE
Learn in SmartSTART #1 “Should You Start Your Own Business?”, the In’s & Out’s of owning a business & about testing your business idea and about the key factors that influence business success. Lay the groundwork for taking the full Advanced Series of SmartSTART classes to jump-start & operate your business.
You will receive a Zoom link to the class no later than 24 hours prior to class via your email address given at registration. Therefore, do not block your subscription to SCORE email material. This is one class broken down into two sessions. The first session will be on January 22nd and the second on January 24th. Both sessions begin at 6:30 PM and end at 8:00 PM MT.

Overview of Procurement Economy
2024-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | REI OKC Conference Center, 218 East Main Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73104, United States
REI OKC Conference Center
318 NW 13th
Oklahoma City, OK
73103
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
January 23rd, 2024
10:00 am
11:30 am

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy. They play a crucial role in creating jobs, generating revenue and promoting innovation. Procurement (through federal, state and local governments as well as corporations) can be a valuable opportunity for small businesses to expand their customer base and grow their business.
Procurement is the process by which the government acquires the goods and services it needs by purchasing from commercial businesses. Since agencies of the government use taxpayer money, there are a number of regulations on how to use it properly and responsibly.
Contrary to popular belief, procurement contracts often go to small businesses.
This session will cover how you assess your business readiness for contracting and market research with an emphasis on competitive analysis before competing.

Is there a need for my product or service? Can my business be competitive against other businesses selling similar products and services?
Ensure contracting is the right option for your business before bidding. Do you have a verifiable track record of delivering goods and services? What’s your business reputation?
When is subcontracting vs contracting right for my business?
Find your NAICS code, business size, and create your capabilities statement.

* This is an in-person workshop.

Price: $0.00

Jan 23: Market Research: Uncovering FREE Research Resources
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
This workshop will teach you how to find the information you need to make better business decisions.
You’ll Learn How To:
1. Collect & analyze information critical to your business plan.
2. Identify the best industry and market segments.
3. Pinpoint the most profitable customers.
4. Analyze & beat the competition.
Free Workshop Tools Include:
• 80 page, easy to follow Workbook with links to free research sites.
• Business plan template
About the presenter- John Rhind, Certified SCORE Mentor

5 years as a SCORE mentor, counseling hundreds of clients & teaching dozens of workshops.
30 years of senior-level corporate & ad agency experience with numerous Fortune 500 companies
Certified Inbound Marketing Professional
Bachelor of Science from the Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University

7 Simple Ways to Protect Yourself Legally When Starting a Business
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
In this webinar, you will learn seven smart steps you can take as an entrepreneur to keep your business on solid legal ground, from building a foundation to maintaining compliance.
Charley Moore, CEO and founder of Rocket Lawyer will break down these simple practices that can help you confidently run your business. Instead of looking back and being weighed down by legal question marks, you can look forward to bringing your dream to life.
Learning Objectives:

How to build the right legal foundation from the start
How to protect yourself and your assets when starting a business
How to ensure you are compliant in your state

Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

How to Choose a Business Legal Structure
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Score, 7777 S. May Ave., Oklahoma City, OK, 73159, United States
The workshop will introduce you to some basic concepts and will provide information to help you select the business structure that is right for you.

Managing Human Resources in 2024
2024-01-23 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
It’s critical to protect your company and yourself as an employer, whether you are about to hire your first employee or have 50 employees, by creating and developing strong human resource procedures.
Whether you are a small business owner, human resources manager or office manager, this seminar will address five critical HR issues that all employers face:

Employee Handbook and Documentation
Onboarding Employees Effectively
Discipline and Termination Safely
Employee Performance and Documentation
2021 Compliance, Safety and OSHA

Responding to RFP/RFQs
2024-01-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | REI Oklahoma Conference Center, 2912 Enterprise Blvd, Durant, OK, 74701, United States
REI OKC Conference Center
318 NW 13th
Oklahoma City, OK
73103
Map and Directions
Date/Time:
January 23rd, 2024
2:00 pm
4:00 pm

This session will cover the ins and outs of a procurement solicitation along with how to respond effectively.

Overview of the different types of solicitations:

NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity): Announces an assistance (grant or cooperative agreement) opportunity.
RFI (Request for Information): Formal process for gathering information from potential suppliers of a good or service.
RFP (Request for Proposal): Announces an acquisition (contract) opportunity.
RFQ (Request for Quote): Solicitation to contractors and suppliers to submit price quotes for a particular good or service.
Sources Sought: A notice to solicit interest in a project under consideration.

How to address each type of solicitation
Capability statement
Scope of work
Past contract performance
Identify any certifications, specialized equipment, or regulations
Management and Financial capabilities
Transition plan

*This is an in-person workshop.

Price: $0.00

From Concept to Launch: A Step-by-Step Overview for Building Your Own Website
2024-01-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Has building a website felt like an uphill battle?
You might have tried to build your own website or one for a business or organization before. Perhaps you’ve faced roadblocks, spent precious time and resources, and maybe even felt a tad overwhelmed or you have been left unsatisfied with the outcome. Or maybe you’re unsure where to even begin.
We’ve been there too, and we are here to help you!
And here’s the good news: mistakes can be costly, both in time and resources, but they don’t have to be inevitable.
Join Jennifer DeRosa of Toto Coaching for an information-packed webinar where she will provide you with a step-by-step guide to building your own website, steering clear of all the hassle and confusion. Specifically designed for small business owners, non-profit champions, and dedicated organization members, Jennifer will break down the process of building a website into clear, manageable steps.
You’re not just saving time and money; you’re investing in creating an online space that truly resonates with your vision. Your effective and perfect website is just a webinar away! Let’s create something that grows your business together without the stress.

ESTABLISH A PROFESSIONAL DOMAIN, WEBSITE AND EMAIL
2024-01-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Online
Facilitated by Oklahoma Small Business Development Center

Topic: Marketing and Sales

This is a collaborated event between OKSBDC and Google If you’re curious about bringing your existing business online, or you’re just starting a business and want to know where to begin, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web. In this session we will cover: • The benefits of owning a domain • Helpful web terms to know • How to get the most out of your domain Attendees will have the chance to get their questions by a certified Google Trainer and will receive a copy of the presentation.
Speaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer & Digital Coach
Co-Sponsor(s):
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals with appropriate advance notice. Please contact OKSBDC Training Manager Cindy Ruminer by email at cindy.ruminer@oksbdc.org or call 580-745-2877. All SBDC programs and services are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. “Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.”

Fee: No Cost
Register Online

Calling All Farmers and Ranchers
2024-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Free presentation of the USDA, Services Farm Service Agency offer’s current, new farmers and some of the resources available to them, helpful web sites to research your plans, the amounts and terms of our loans and current interest rates.
Our presenter is Amy Neale.
Amy is a Florida native with a passion for agriculture. She attended the College of Central Florida where she obtained her Ag Business degree. She showed horses and worked in the equine industry throughout Florida during her time in college. After graduating, she owned and operated a small cow/calf operation in Okeechobee before accepting a position at the USDA Farm Service Agency in Gainesville, Florida. She has been with the agency now for four years, serving farmers as a loan officer for North Central Florida counties.

Creating a Quick Business Plan in Three Hours
2024-01-25 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
Join us and other entrepreneurs in this hands-on workshop where you will write your “Unique Value Statement” for your new product or service. This is a concise description of your product or service and explain the unique value your product or service provides to your customers. As part of the workshop, participants will receive real-time feedback from a SCORE mentor to help them fine tune their Value Statement.
In the second part of the workshop you will use the “Lean Canvas” to begin the process of turning your product/service into a business. In this interactive session, you use the canvas to help guide you in expanding the information in the Unique Value Statement by capturing key ideas, concepts and strategies about your business in the canvas. This creates a basic framework that you can use to complete YOUR full, detailed business plan.
Have paper, a pencil or a pen ready as the goal of this workshop is for all participants to leave with a draft of their “Unique Value Statement” and “Lean Canvas.”
Listen to what others who have attended this workshop have to say about the instructors and the program:
• It was a great help to have time to work on a plan and get direct feedback from the instructor!
• The hands approach of writing my lean canvas in class really helped me think in detail about my business.
• Really helps simplify the planning process for me!
• Gave me a structured approach to think through my business.
• It was a very positive environment; the instructor and other students provided examples on how to improve my plans.
SCORE’s Small Business Essentials Workshops prepares individuals to make the right decisions and create actionable plans when starting a small business. Whether you are starting a business on your own (one-person business) or a business with employees, we have the right set of workshops to help you succeed. All the workshops are about three hours in length and taught by experienced SCORE Mentors. See more information on these workshops here.
Presenter
This workshop is presented by SCORE Business Mentor, Mike Tarino. Mike began his healthcare career by building the consumer experience for the first members of Definity Health, the pioneering consumer-driven health plan. He helped Definity create a new market segment and later served as CEO after the company’s acquisition by UnitedHealth Group. Next, he led DSM Personalized Nutrition, refocusing the business on the corporate wellness marketplace and selling it to a strategic acquirer. Then he spearheaded growth initiatives for Geisinger Health System’s health insurance company by developing population health and performance-based partnerships with innovative health systems. Mike holds a BA from Macalester College and an MBA from Cornell University. For more information about Mike, visit his LinkedIn profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miketarino/

Accessing Capital to Start or Grow Your Business
2024-01-25 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Capital is vital to any business whether it’s just getting started or looking to grow. How you fund your
business can have a huge impact on your operations and ability to take advantage of new opportunities.

The good news is that there are many choices for business owners seeking funding today. Determining
the best options for your unique circumstances can be a critical step in moving your business forward.

Huntington has helped many small business owners identify funding options for their businesses. Join SCORE and Huntington Bank for a presentation on funding options, including the Lift Local Program, for starting or growing your business!

Financial Literacy: Getting Your Business Funded
2024-01-25 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Every business needs financial stability and every business owner needs financial knowledge. If you are a business owner and you want to enhance your knowledge of what businesses need to do to remain financially strong, then this webinar is for you. We will also give you information on how to obtain a possible SBA loan.

How to Create a Financial Plan - Financial Planning Basics
2024-01-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Starting a business can be daunting, but creating a financial plan can help you make confident and informed decisions, giving you a better chance at long-term business success.
Join this educational webinar, where our expert presenter Phyllis Johnson, will break down the critical elements of business financial planning into simple terms so you are more informed, understand your numbers and can make better financial decisions.
You will learn:

What is a Financial Plan and why it’s Necessary
Benefits of Financial Planning for Your Business
Financial Tools
Basics of Financial Planning/Reports
Steps to Creating a Financial Plan for Your Small Business
Common Financial Planning Mistakes

Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

Simple Steps 4 Financial Plan for Your Business
2024-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
This is the fourth workshop of the 5-part Simple Steps Series. The workshop uses exercises to help you better understand financial concepts. This session reviews sales and prices, financial risks and rewards, true start-up costs, ongoing operating expenses, setting benchmarks for tracking progress and the organization of all your financial information. Using a hands-on approach, you will learn how to use a financial model to forecast sales revenue and build solid pro-forma financial forecasts.

WordPress: Top 10 Tips for Success
2024-01-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
WordPress now powers 44% of websites and it’s one of the most popular, powerful and flexible website platforms for all levels of business. Its user-friendly content management system makes WordPress a top choice for Fortune 500 companies, non-profits and thousands of small businesses. WordPress is saleable and a great investment.
Join us to learn why WordPress is such an amazing resource for Small Businesses and the Top 10 Tips for Success.
• Easy-to-use Content Management System
• Website Hosting for Optimal Performance
• How to Choose a Quality Theme
• “Must Have” WordPress Plugins
• Lead Generation Tools
• Search Engine Friendly Resources
• E-commerce Solutions
• WordPress Security & Maintenance
• Case Studies
Presenter:
Victoria Byrne is the founder of Creative Marketing Services, Inc. She’s worked in corporate and small business marketing for over 20 years, helping clients achieve optimal results through a combination of creative and cost-effective marketing initiatives. Victoria is a Certified Constant Contact Solution Provider and regularly presents for national organizations on a variety of digital marketing & website topics.

Financial Projections Made Easy
2024-01-26 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
If you don’t feel confident forecasting your business’ finances, regardless of how long you’ve run your company, this workshop is the answer. It is especially useful for start-ups, which don’t have a financial history.
Financial Projections Made Easy explains the specific steps to complete the entire forecasting process, focusing on the user-friendly template created by SCORE LA to help determine the financial viability of your business.
This workshop shows how to determine and manage the month-by-month cash flow and provides attendees examples of financial projections tailored to their own companies. Attendees are shown how to calculate the amount of cash they need to run their companies.
What You Will Learn

How to forecast with or without historical data
What you can do inside your company to better manage cash flow
How to operate with suppliers, lenders and customers to improve cash flow
A painless process for creating financial projections, a must for any business plan

Instructor: John Doyle
For more than 40 years, John Doyle worked in commercial banking, starting as a branch manager and advancing to division manager. Through this position, he grew to know the operations of small and medium-size companies that did business at more than 100 branches throughout California and Wisconsin. During his lengthy financial career, Mr. Doyle also created the first variable-rate, check-secured line of credit in the United States.
Under Antonio Villaraigosa’s tenure as mayor of Los Angeles, Mr. Doyle served on the city’s Small Business Advisory Committee. On this panel, he helped create a portal to help small businesses navigate L.A.’s permitting and regulatory environment.

Unleash the Power of Corporate Credit
2024-01-26 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Which came first- the chicken or the egg? Does your business need more money to make more money? Are you finding it difficult to get over the hump of expansion? Tired of giving your DNA to any financial institution that is offering to help? If you could learn how to leverage corporate credit, with revolving lines of credit, all untethered from your personal finances, would you invest an hour of your time to learn more?

In this webinar you will learn:

How to leverage corporate credit to build a robust business credit portfolio
How to increase your borrowing power
How to remove the risk of personal assets
How to keep that corporate veil intact
How to leverage one company’s corporate credit to begin anew adventure.

Instructor: Josh Love

Josh is an experienced business leader, entrepreneur, and has a masters in business administration. As the Regional Managing Partner of J. Galt, he guides small businesses to avoid common financial pitfalls and thrive in our competitive economy.

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION: NO Registration after 1/25/2024 at 11:59 pm.**

Registered attendees will be notified of any changes or cancellations.

Any workshop materials will be sent within 48 hours following the event.

Outstanding Ai Tools for Your Business
2024-01-27 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Ai has taken the world by storm, and in this webinar, we will show you free advanced Ai tools that could save you hours of work and resources.
The goal of this webinar is to go into detail about some of the free tools that can help you accelerate your work and business performance, some of the highlights of this course:

ChatGPT – we will demonstrate prompts and possible uses for your marketing, E-mail marketing, and tips so you can have the best experience.
Ai tools to review and track competitors’ performance in an ethical and efficient way.
Client demographics: would you like to know and/or verify who is your ideal client in your business? we will reveal some interesting tools to get you started on the right path.
Ai for Graphics and Design: there are hundreds of options so we have hand-picked the tools that you may benefit from, and expedite your creative side.

We look forward to seeing you in this webinar and share with you the exciting tools Ai has to offer.
Fee: Free
Copy of the recording will be sent to all attendees.

Online Workshop: QuickBooks 102
2024-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Learn how to connect Online Banking to QuickBooks Online and process customer and vendor transactions. Learn about month-end accounting procedures and how to generate the most important financial reports. Know exactly how your business is doing!
Process customer transactions including customer invoices, sales receipts, entering customer payments and making bank deposits. Process vendor invoices and paying vendor bills. Learn how to reconcile your bank account at month-end and how to generate, review and understand the basic Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports.

Online Workshop: Digital Marketing 1
2024-01-29 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for a while, this workshop will help you create an effective website for your small business. You’ll learn key factors for a successful website that will enhance your company’s image and help convince potential customers to choose your products or services. You’ll also learn how to do search engine optimization on your website to bring in more potential customers.

Getting Your Financial House in Order
2024-01-29 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Free Score Webinar Series
As a business owner, you wear many hats, starting with creating a product or service that resonates with your customers. What about everything else? That’s where this series comes in.
Each month we deliver 4 workshops on a topic; from marketing to accounting, and everything in between. Each 1-hour session has plenty of time to discuss your business challenges with the group.
P.S., You’ll get more out of it if you come to all four. We’ve even given you sign-ups below for all of them to make it easier.
This Month’s Module: Driving Success – Business Organization for the New Year
Get ready to hit the accelerator on your business success in the new year with our exclusive workshop series: “Driving Success: Business Organization for the New Year.” Designed to help you start the year off strong, this transformative 4-part series will guide you through proven strategies and techniques to elevate your business to new heights. We’ll teach you how to create healthy habits to achieve your goals, get your financial house in order, refresh your business and marketing plans, and protect your business against cyber risks. Don’t let disorganization hold you back – join us on this journey to unleash your business’s full potential and pave the way to a prosperous year ahead. Buckle up and get ready to accelerate towards success! Secure your spot today!
All sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Pre-registration is required to attend.
This session: Getting your Financial House in Order
Are you the type of business owner who knows it’s important to manage their finances, but doesn’t know where to start? Do you wish you could start the year off on the right foot to be an expert in knowing your numbers this year? Well, look no further than this webinar where we will share the best tips to get your financial house in order to start 2024. We’ll teach you how to get your books in order, how to stay on top of financial filings, how to budget like a pro, and tips for getting ready for tax season.
Key takeaways:

Tips for getting your books up to date
Key tips to get ready for tax season
How to budget like a pro and use your budget to make more effective business decisions each month.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the best financial tips to help make 2024 the best year yet for your business. Register today!
Series Presenters:
Presenter: Steve Mahoney, SCORE mentor
Steve Mahoney is a certified mentor with SCORE Greater Hartford. He has over twenty years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis, strategic planning, accounting and auditing. He has experience with large and small organizations, working across multiple disciplines including Finance, Legal, HR, Communications, and Business Operations.
Social media links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-mahoney-0a46a112
Presenter: Kathleen Thompson, SCORE mentor
Kathleen Thompson is a professionally trained singer and public speaker. She gained experience leading through change and communicating in difficult situations with 7 mergers and acquisitions. Kathleen now writes and produces her own music. She’s been a Score volunteer for 5 years. Kathleen also coaches people to develop their story and voice so that what others hear is what they intended to say. Her unique blend of story crafting and voice techniques help you not only tell a better story, but also tell a story better. You can find her at https://kathleenannthompson.com/

What to expect when applying for a SBA loan- Tips to Know Before you Apply
2024-01-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | ONLINE
This workshop will clarify the lending review process. Increase the likelihood of obtaining funding for your project by understanding what lenders look for when reviewing your application. Whether you have been in business for a long time, are just getting started, or are considering purchasing an existing business this workshop has something for you.
* What not to say to your lender
* How to find the right lender for your project
* Completing the application
* Know your rights as a borrower
* Learn key financial terms
Presented by Stacey Sanchez.
Stacey Sanchez, Senior Loan Officer with CDC Small Business Finance, is a 20+-year veteran of SBA lending. SBA Financial Services Champion of the Year 2014, Latina of Influence 2017, and Community Advantage Lender of the Year 2017, Stacey has created significant contributions for economic development in and around Orange County over the last 20 years.

How to Use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
2024-01-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | ONLINE
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a revolutionary tool for start-ups and small businesses. However, using AI successfully requires strategy and a good understanding of the AI tool’s applications, challenges and best practices.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will break down the different AI tools available to you and guide you through a six-step process for effectively deploying AI into your business operations.
You will learn:

How AI functions and potential applications
A six-step process for implementing AI tools in your business
Actionable strategies for using AI in prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals to drive business growth and success

Whether you are an executive, a manager or an aspiring entrepreneur, this webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI’s transformative capabilities.
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

Managing Stress and Setting Work Boundaries for Small Business Owners
2024-01-30 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | ONLINE
Many people want to be their own boss to attain more flexibility. Yet as an entrepreneur, you know that having your own business requires that you do it all and are plugged into work all the time. Staying motivated is not easy when there are so many responsibilities. Unless you can set boundaries and find time to rest, relax and recharge, managing your business will lead to burn-out that will overshadow your dreams.
In this webinar, you will learn about:

The number one misconception of “life-work” balance.
Setting up your schedule to allow you to rest, relax and recharge.
The art of saying “no.”
The first steps to put into practice with your newfound boundaries.

Presenter: Ivonne Zucco
Ivonne’s mission is to support individuals and companies in their development efforts and help unlock the potential everyone has within. As a People and Culture Consultant, she works with individuals searching for fulfillment and balance in their careers and with companies working towards intentional culture change by using a pragmatic approach to help them advance from where they are to where they want to be with clarity and purpose.
This Webinar is Sponsored by The Greater Norwalk Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

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