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SUMMARY:Get It In Writing: Contract Basics
DESCRIPTION:This class includes an in-class negotiation and drafting activity. A laptop or tablet is strongly recommended. \nThis class will provide information on contracts every small business should know\, including: the basic elements of contracts; how contracts are created (and breached); drafting considerations; “boilerplate” clauses and what they mean\, typical contracts most small businesses will encounter in day-to-day operations\, such as NDA’s\, Term Sheets\, licenses and independent contractor agreements; and dispute resolution clauses. \nRegister Now \nInstructor\nErica Bristol
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/get-writing-contract-basics/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal
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SUMMARY:Marketing Basics
DESCRIPTION:If you are getting ready to start your won small business or have been operating for a short time\, this workshop is designed for you! Come ready to learn the sales and marketing basics for a new business so you can avoid common mistakes and maximize the power of your limited budget of time and money. \nWe begin with a presentation and discussion of how to create and execute a marketing and selling program for your specific business idea and then its your turn to ask your questions from a marketing and sales expert with more than 35 years of successful business experience. \nRegister Now \nInstructor\nBenn Tenn
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/marketing-basics-3/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171010T100000
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SUMMARY:Take Control of Your Business - The Power of Financials
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to take control of your business through the power of financials. Financials can be used to empower you and positively impact your business. Examples will be shared where warning signs were glaring in the financials\, but business owners could not spot the warning signs. \nYou will have the knowledge and tools to apply in your business. Financial statements convey a story about a business. You will learn how to interpret and understand the financials\, define Metrics and set-up Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). \nRegister Now \nInstructor\nCharles G. Yacoobian
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/take-control-business-power-financials/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170822T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T115225
CREATED:20170707T054515Z
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SUMMARY:Raise Your Prices and Earn More Money
DESCRIPTION:This energetic and informative 90 minute workshop will help you figure out if the prices of your products or services are too low and then how and why you should raise your prices now.  \nLearn proven ways to grow your business and earn more profits from a marketing and sales expert with more than 35 years of successful business experience. We begin with a presentation and then it is your turn – you ask the questions and get answers customized to your business situation. Ideal for both existing business owners and those just getting started. \nRegister Now \n  \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/raise-prices-earn-money-3/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cash Flow Management,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170627T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170627T120000
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting - Are There Customers You Haven't Reached?
DESCRIPTION:The session will feature government contracting as an option for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the government and an overview of the process. \n\nREGISTER NOW \nInstructed by: \nTora Brown \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/government-contracting-customers-havent-reached/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170523T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T115225
CREATED:20170428T005815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170428T005815Z
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SUMMARY:Monster Marketing Mistakes
DESCRIPTION:Yes\, it is almost certainly true – you are making mistakes when marketing your business products and services. Come prepared to listen\, learn and discuss what you can and should do to fix those mistakes. Bring your business cards and flyers to have them challenged by your peers and a 35-year expert marketing executive – first\, as a corporate executive at Disney\, Activision\, and Panasonic and then as a small business owner just like you. Led by an SBDC Senior Business Advisor. This event can make a powerful and profitable difference for your business\, whether you are an experienced pro or just getting started. Limited to 25 attendees so register early. \nREGISTER NOW \nInstructed by: \nBen Tenn \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/monster-marketing-mistakes-coc-10132016-copy-copy/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170425T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T115226
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SUMMARY:Finding Funding for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The session will highlight financing options for small business including alternative lenders\, crowdfunding\, merchant services\, suppliers\, investors\, etc. \n  \nRegister Now \nInstructed by: \nConnie Sparks
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/finding-funding-business/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Finances
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170328T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170328T120000
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SUMMARY:Branding - How Is Your Business Perceived?
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you the tools to disrupt the way you think about your brand.  It will allow you the opportunity to imagine or reimagine it through the lens of those you seek to influence! \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nInstructed by: \nTora Brown \n \n 
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/branding-business-perceived/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161115T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T115226
CREATED:20161001T061212Z
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SUMMARY:Negotiation Basics-COC-11/15/2016
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever felt frustrated that you entered into a “bad deal”? Do you feel intimidated or out of your comfort zone when negotiating? Would you like to feel comfortable\, confident and in control when you negotiate?\nThis course will teach the basic skills you need to be a successful negotiator. Learn how to:\n• Prepare for the negotiation\n• Get the terms you need/bargain for what you want\n• Know the difference between “positions” vs. “interests”\n• Handle aggressive\, intimidating and unethical people\n• Address language barriers\, cultural differences and emotions\n• Overcome “impasse” and get back on track\n• Know when to walk away from a deal\n• Successfully “close” the deal.\nThis course includes 1 hour of live lecture and 1 hour of mock negotiation activity. \nInstructed by: \nErica Bristol\, Esq
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/negotiation-basics-coc-11152016/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160927T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160927T120000
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SUMMARY:Intellectual Property (IP) Basics-COC-9/27/2016
DESCRIPTION:Intellectual Property (IP) is increasingly becoming one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also becoming one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Startups\, entrepreneurs\, and companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create\, protect and enforce their IP and related rights\, as well as how to prevent or reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate you on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights\, trademarks\, trade secrets and patents. You will learn how to identify and track IP created by founders\, employees and independent contractors (and who actually owns it); how to prevent employees from taking the company’s IP when they leave; the importance of having a company IP policy and management plan; how to protect and enforce the company’s IP rights; and how to reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. \nInstructed by: \nErica Bristol\, Esq
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/intellectual-property-ip-basics-coc-9272016/
LOCATION:OfficeSlice\, 15165 Ventura Blvd Suite# 245\, Sherman Oaks\, CA\, 91403\, United States
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