The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
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May 2022
Branding For Success
Can you define your brand proposition in less than one minute? Are you struggling with defining your brand? Can you differentiate yourself from your competition and stand out? Do you know what is your uniqueness as an entrepreneur and as a business (It is not your prices, experience, or customer service)? Are you intentional on how your clients see you, and the promise you make to them? We at PCR SBDC, know exactly what you are going through. You are not alone, and we…
Find out more »Small Business Q&A and other Funding Updates, Tax Credits & More – Offered through the Community Navigator Pilot Program and the USPAACC
This weekly event is offered through the Community Navigator Pilot Program and the United States Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce (USPAACC) In this weekly webinar, tax and financial experts GB Bajaj and Mike DeDonato will cover current funding trends, tax credits and more! GB, joined by Mike DeDonato, will cover: - Overview of Small Business Taxes - Business Tax Credits (federal and state) - And more! REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Website E-Smarts Series
5/12/2022 – Website 101 How to Plan Your New Website: This workshop is a starter course for business owners looking to build their first website. We will discuss what makes a good website and look at some things to consider before making an investment in one. We will compare and contrast the various options available in the marketplace for building a website, and cover the basics of search engine optimization, analytics and website security. 5/19/2022 – Website 102 Usability Design…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Level 2 (Spanish)
WAVE es un sistema de contabilidad simple y fácil de usar que es gratuito si no utiliza sus pagos automatizados y nómina. Ahora que usted ya asistió al primer seminario, aprenda cómo conectar su cuenta bancaria y reconciliarla. Además, aprenda cómo crear un asiento de diario y registrar la depreciación de sus activos fijos. El aplicativo es en Ingles, pero se traduciran al Español. • Conectar tu Cuenta Bancaria • Reconciliar tu Banco • Diseñar el aspecto de mi Factura…
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Level 2 (Spanish)
Ahora que usted ya asistió al primer seminario en Quickbooks, aprenda cómo conectar su cuenta bancaria y reconciliarla. Además, aprenda cómo crear un asiento de diario y registrar la depreciación de sus activos fijos. El aplicativo es en Ingles, pero se traduciran al Español. • Conectar tu Cuenta Bancaria • Reconciliar tu Banco • Diseñar el aspecto de mi Factura • Crear una Entrada Contable • Registrar la Depreciación de Activos Fijos • Registrar mis Préstamos y los Pagos •…
Find out more »Webinar – Goal Setting Tools for Small Business
Small Businesses struggle with limited financial and workforce resources. Therefore, it is important to understand the importance of setting goals and objectives to provide a targeted vision. This webinar will highlight the role of goals, the process of setting goals, resources to implement and improvise the goals and objectives both short term and long term. REGISTER NOW
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 – Business Planning – Part 2
Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: • Creating a Business Plan • Goal Development • Business Development • Marketing Plans • Advertising Strategies • Financials – Overview REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps To A Successful Startup
Disciplined Entrepreneurship will change the way you think about starting (or growing) a company. Many believe that entrepreneurship cannot be taught, but great entrepreneurs aren’t born with something special – they simply make great products. Yes, entrepreneurship can be taught, provided that you are coachable. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Financial Fitness: Balance Sheet
The Balance Sheet is known as the “mother of all financial statements”. It provides a summary of the company’s position during a specific timeframe. It is broken down into three major categories and tracks what is known as the company’s assets, liabilities and owners’ equities. REGISTER NOW
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 and…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: WHERE DO I OPEN MY BUSINESS? Post Pandemic Pivot
Do’s and Don’ts – We hear that in real estate the three most important things are “location, location, location.” Small Businesses need to know the legal issues related to where to open for business. Strategies and lessons learned from the Pandemic. Leases, landlords, Assessing risks of a location, competition, zoning, permits and licensing will be covered. 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…
Find out more »WEBINAR How to Increase Profitability
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…
Find out more »SmallBiz Talk: Solutions for Your Small Business
This is SmallBiz Talk with small business expert and LA SBDC business advisor Lori Williams. Join her as she covers key business topics through instructional information, real life situations, guest speakers and interviews. At the end of the show, participants can engage in a Live Q&A with questions pertaining to their specific business situation. Join us live every Wednesday at 10 a.m. or check out our YouTube Playlist to see previous shows and to gain information/ helpful insights for your…
Find out more »Business Profit Projections
If you are looking to make a profit in your business this webinar is for you! We know that numbers can be scary but with the right help it can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we take an honest look at what needs must be met to start, grow and keep you in the green. The only thing that can make you cents is MONEY! Let us help! REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Sales Strategy Tips for Your Business
Come ready to learn Sales Strategies Tips for Your Business as you explore the following: • Skill Set vs. Style • Pricing • Competitive Advantage • Value Proposition REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Tips for Importing
Learn tips for importing into the U.S. Do you want to start or expand an import business? It’s important to follow all laws and regulations to avoid an import business nightmare. The following will be covered: • Do I need an import license? • What are the necessary documents? • Classifying the merchandise • What is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)? • Tips about shipments • Licensed Customs Brokers • Duties, tariffs, and what’s next? REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Writing for Fun, Profit and to Promote
Victor Benoun is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author, having been published by traditional publishers as well as being self-published. He has used his writing as a means to promote his company and business as well as to create an additional revenue source. In this webinar you will learn: • The number one roadblock that stops new authors in their tracks from achieving their dreams of writing a book and how to overcome it. • How to easily and logically write…
Find out more »Webinar – Market Research and Marketing Strategy: Role in Creating a Sustainable Business
Market research and understanding market trends is crucial for establishing a commercially viable and financially sustainable business. The webinar will provide the basics of conducting market research and using it to develop a marketing strategy for products, processes and services. We will also review tips, pitfalls and resources in conducting market research. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Safe, Clean Kitchens-How to get an “A” on your Health Inspection
Imagine a Health Inspector walking into your restaurant…would you get an “A”? Is your kitchen clean and ready for inspection at any moment? Excellent food safety starts with a clean kitchen. This webinar will cover LA County’s health inspection protocols and what you need to get an A every time an inspector walks through your doors. If you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready! REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Biz Basics: How to go from Handyman to Construction
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 Requirements and Execution Licensing Requirements Safety…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Level 1
WAVE is a simple and easy accounting system that is free if you don’t use its automated payments and payroll. Join us to learn how to start doing your accounting in this cloud-based software, track your business success and have the peace of mind of your books being recorded appropriately. • Creating your account in WAVE • Initial basic settings • Creating the basic Chart of Accounts • Recording your capital contributions • Recording your first purchase • Recording your…
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Level 1
Join us to learn how to start doing your accounting in this cloud-based software, track your business success and have the peace of mind of your books being recorded appropriately. • Initial basic settings • Creating the basic Chart of Accounts • Recording your capital contributions • Recording your first purchase • Recording your first sale • Recording your first expense • Reading your first financial statements REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Social Media Q&A in time of Covid 19
Are you overwhelmed by Social Media marketing? Are you posting but not seeing likes convert to sales? Join the Southbay SBDC for our Live interactive Social Media Q&A, addressing questions on how to effectively use social media to grow your business. SBDC Marketing and Social Media advisor Deborah Deras, will interact live with the audience via Zoom and answer questions covering a broad range of social media topics including: How to create content Where to post How to schedule posts…
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,…
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