The LA SBDC Regional Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses.

We serve Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

  • Networking 101 – 15 Second Elevator Pitch (INGLEWOOD)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Would you like to improve your ability to communicate what you do to increase clients and customers? Do you have your 15 second pitch? NEWSFLASH: With the internet info overload attention spans have decreased and now we have less than 15 seconds to engage potential customers attention. Deborah Deras, SBDC Marketing Consultant with give you […]

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  • Facebook Live for Business

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Now is the time to learn how to use Facebook livestreaming to grow your business. This event will cover: 1) How to set up your account 2) Where to stream to get the most impact 3) What to stream to drive business/sales 4) How often to stream 5) 5 […]

    Free
  • How to Create a 2020 Content Calendar-Inglewood

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Do you struggle to come up with relevant content that is worth posting? Are you aware of how to to monetize your social media to increase your revenue through online sales and visibility? Having a solid content calendar is highly recommended so you can capitalize on all the holidays, events and sales opportunities available to […]

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  • Sales Strategies for the New Online Age (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    As we see classic stores like Toys R Us, Sears close down and Macy’s reduce stores we see the brick and mortar world having a tremendous shift as more consumers feel comfortable buying online. In the past we would place ad in the paper or do a mailing and a numbers game we would convert […]

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  • Podcasting for Small Businesses (INGLEWOOD)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    With more time in the car stuck in traffic commuting and the decline of good music on the radio we are forced with a dilemma of what to do in the car? Like any productive entrepreneur we want to do something that will grow our business? According to Edison Research, online radio including podcasts has […]

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  • Instagram 101

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Topics to be cover includes: – How to set up your profile – How to get followers – Choosing the right hashtags – Creatively designing pictures – Plus all participants will get an ebook how to go from likes to sales. Instructor Deborah Deras   REGISTER NOW

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  • Social Media 101

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    What you’ll learn: You’ve started using social networks for your organization and now you want to use them more effectively in 2019. This seminar will give you a closer look at these popular social media networks and what they can achieve: Look closer at Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Google+ & Instagram. Learn the market for each […]

    Free
  • LinkedIn for Business- Inglewood Library

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Social Media Gurus say, LinkedIn is THE Platform of 2019. It is the platform for Business to Business development. You can connect with C-Suite Executives that you may not be able to connect with on any other platform. If you use it strategically you can build your sales funnel without ever leaving your office. During […]

    Free
  • Facebook Live for Business

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Now is the time to learn how to use Facebook livestreaming to grow your business. 1)  How to set up your account. 2)  Where to stream to get the most impact. 3)  What to stream to drive business/sales. 4)  How often to stream. 5)  5 C’s to increase more […]

  • Social Media 101 – Inglewood Library

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    You’ve started using social networks for your organization and now you want to use them more effectively in 2019. This seminar will give you a closer look at these popular social media networks and what they can achieve: Look closer at Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Google+ & Instagram. Learn the market for each platform and how […]

    Free
  • Networking 101 – 15 Second Elevator Pitch (INGLEWOOD)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Would you like to improve your ability to communicate what you do to increase clients and customers? Do you have your 15 second pitch? NEWSFLASH: With the internet info overload attention spans have decreased and now we have less than 15 seconds to engage potential customers attention. Deborah Deras, SBDC Marketing Consultant with give you […]

    Free
  • Facebook Live for Business- Inglewood

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Would you like to learn how to use Facebook livestreaming to grow your business? 1) How to set up your account. 2) Where to stream to get the most impact. 3) What to stream to drive business/sales. 4) How often to stream. 5) 5 C's to increase more sales […]

    Free
  • Do’s and Don’ts of SBA Financing- Tips To Know Before You Apply

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    This workshop will clarify the lending options available to small businesses. Increase the likelihood of obtaining funding for your project by knowing the best way to present your request and choose a lender. Whether you have been in business for a long time, are just getting started, or are considering purchasing an existing business this […]

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  • How to Create a 2019 Content Calendar- Inglewood

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Do you struggle to come up with relevant content that is worth posting? Are you aware of how to to monetize your social media to increase your revenue through online sales and visibility? Having a solid content calendar is highly recommended so you can capitalize on all the holidays, events and sales opportunities available to […]

    Free
  • How to Create Compelling Content (Inglewood Library)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    So you set up your Social Media Platform for your business, now what. You need content, but what should you share? Join Deborah Deras, The Social Media Goddess to discover: * How to create compelling content that your ideal target market will share * The key elements to designing branded content * How to design […]

    Free
  • Instagram 101 for Business (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    At this workshop, you will learn: * How to set up your profile * How to get followers * Choosing the right hashtags * Creatively designing pictures Plus all participants will get an ebook on how to go from likes to sales.   Register Now Instructor Deborah Deras

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  • Social Media 101-(Inglewood Library)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    You’ve started using social networks for your organization and now you want to use them more effectively in 2018. This seminar will give you a closer look at these popular social media networks and what they can achieve: Look closer at Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Google+ & Instagram. Learn the market for each platform and how […]

    Free
  • YouTube 101 for Business-Inglewood

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    YOUTUBE: -Understanding Youtube as a Social Media Marketing platform -What content can you put on Youtube -How to optimize and monetize Youtube videos -Simple steps you can do to increase Subscribers -How to integrate with Social Media to increase revenue -How to use Youtube as a Marketing Strategy. Register Now

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  • Fear of Live Streaming (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Would you like to start live streaming but don't know where to begin? Does the idea of pressing RECORD scare you? Do you need a strategy of what to say and how to convert it to sales? Attend this workshop to figure out: * What do I talk about * The equipment you need to […]

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  • LinkedIn for Business Part 2 (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    This high content workshop is designed for those who already have a LinkedIn profile and/or business page and would like to learn how to find prospects, position your brand and turn contacts into clients and customers. This is not a basic/beginner class so those that want to learn basic setup should take the LinkedIn class.  During […]

    Free
  • LinkedIn for Business (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Social Media Gurus say, LinkedIn is THE Platform of 2018. It is the platform for Business-to-Business business development. You can connect with C-Suite Executives that you may not be able to connect with on any other platform. If you use it strategically, you can build your sales funnel without ever leaving your office. Also at […]

    Free
  • Facebook Live for Business (Inglewood)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Would you like to learn how to use Facebook livestreaming to grow your business? How to set up your account Where to stream to get the most impact What to stream to drive business/sales How often to stream 5 C's to increase more sales from your streams Q&A Register […]

    Free
  • 8 Social Media Marketing Strategies (Inglewood Library)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    Are you ready to crush your business in the New Year? Don't know where to put your time and energy in social? Frustrated for putting time and money and not seeing results?  This is a must-attend workshop for any small business that wants to learn: - What platform is hot and which one is out […]

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  • Social Media 101 – (Inglewood Library)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    What you'll learn: You've starting using social networks for your organization and now you want to use them more effectively in 2016. This seminar will give you a closer look at these popular social media networks and what they can achieve: Look closer at Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Google+ and Instagram. Learn the market for […]

    Free
  • How to Create Your Social Media Content (Inglewood Library)

    Inglewood Public Library 101 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA, United States

    So you set up your Social Media Platform for your business, now what? You need content, but what should you share? Join Deborah Deras, The Social Media Goddess to discover: How to create compelling content that you ideal target market will share The key elements to designing branded content How to design graphics at no […]

    Free