The LA SBDC Network offers no-cost virtual business workshops for small businesses in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.
Events Search and Views Navigation
July 2018
Facebook Live
Facebook has over a billion subscribers. Would you like to learn how to use FaceBook livestreaming to grow your business? At this workshop learn: 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 from your streams. 6) Q&A Register Now Instructor Deborah Deras
Find out more »October 2018
Google Livestream: Drive a Holiday Shopping Rush for Your Business
Kick start your customers’ holiday shopping season by marketing your business. We’ll discuss how to get in front of your customers and showcase what you offer using Google My Business, Google Ads and more. Register Now
Find out more »Google Livestream: Drive a Holiday Shopping Rush for Your Business
Kick start your customers’ holiday shopping season by marketing your business. We’ll discuss how to get in front of your customers and showcase what you offer using Google My Business, Google Ads and more. Register Now
Find out more »November 2018
Podcasting for Small Businesses
According to Edison Research, online radio including podcasts has grown 61% in the past ten years and NPR data reported in last two years has risen from 3.5 to 5.4 million listeners. Deborah Deras, The Social Media Goddess, Professional Speaker, Author, and creator of the Be A Paid Speaker Now Podcast, will share how she got her podcast up and running and how you can too. You'll Learn: - Why Podcasting is a great tool for your business…
Find out more »January 2019
QuickBooks
Learn to use the newest version of QuickBooks accounting software for small and medium size businesses including but not limited to: • Using lists- chart of accounts, customers, vendors, items • Basic Sales- invoicing and recording customer payments • Reporting - balance sheet and profit and loss statements Register Now
Find out more »February 2019
Get Found on Google Search and Maps
The SBDC is pleased to partner with Google to present this workshop on how to “Get Found on Google Search and Maps.” This workshop is optimal for business owners with a physical storefront and/or a local service. Learn how to claim your business listing using Google My Business and how to utilize Google Maps to connect with customers in moments that matter. Register Now
Find out more »Making Facebook Ads Work For You
This workshop will go over the ins and outs of using Facebook Ads to attract new customers. Whether you’re brand new or have tried Facebook Ads before, this training will give you the insight to stand out from your competitors and get more from your advertising budget. In this workshop you will discover: i. The difference between a Facebook Ad and Boosting a Facebook Post ii. The basics of setting up a Facebook Ad iii. The strategy behind setting up a Facebook…
Find out more »March 2019
QuickBooks Level 1
In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business. Topics: – Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online – Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting – Company Set-Up – Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses. – Lists: 1. Vendor Center (Database Set-Up) 2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up) 3. Customer Center…
Find out more »QuickBooks Level 1
In this hands-on beginners, detailed workshop you will learn the Quickbooks basics that will allow you to begin using Quickbooks for your business. Topics: – Introduction to Quickbooks: Desktop and Online – Accounting Basics: Profit and Loss Report, Balance Sheet Report, Assets and Liabilities, Cash v. Accrual Accounting – Company Set-Up – Chart of Accounts: Banks, Equity, Credit Cards, Income, Cost of Goods Sold, Expenses. – Lists: 1. Vendor Center (Database Set-Up) 2. Items/Products and Services (Set-Up) 3. Customer Center…
Find out more »Webinar – Picking the Right E-Commerce Platform for Your Business
Need help deciding where you should do your business online? Come tune into this webinar to get an overview of hosted vs self-hosted platforms and learn about writing site requirements necessary to get your e-commerce business going. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »April 2019
How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel
Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss statement. For maximum learning you may bring your laptop to follow along, but it is not required. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. Instructor Andrew Strachan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Build Your Business Website
Websites are a key component of every small business’s digital marketing strategy. But you don’t have to break the bank or know how to code in order to create an attractive and effective website for your business! This two-hour, hands-on workshop will teach you how to build your own business website–including creating your core content–with step-by-step, in-class exercises. You’ll leave with your own free WordPress.com website and a strong foundation for your website that will help your business grow for years to come. Bring…
Find out more »Nuevas Tecnologias Para Mejorar Las Ventas
El SBDC, Hub Cities, La ciudad de South Gate, Google y Latina Nerds, tienen el gusto de invitarlos a este evento de mercadeo para pequeños negocios, totalmente en español y lo mejor, GRATIS. Alcance clientes en linea con Google! - Por que es importante un logo profesional para aumentar las ventas? - Cómo identificar un buen logo para su negocio? - Herramientas para ayudar al mercadeo digital. - Cómo asegurar que sea facil encontrar su negocio en linea. REGISTER…
Find out more »May 2019
How to Start Your Business Financials in Excel
Overcome your fear of starting with an empty Excel spreadsheet and become proficient to create your own Profit and Loss statement for your business. This workshop will cover the basic Excel functions necessary to develop your financials and then build a basic Profit and Loss statement. For maximum learning you may bring your laptop to follow along, but it is not required. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. Instructor Andrew Strachan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »August 2019
Google My Business
The SBDC is pleased to present this workshop on how to “Get Found on Google Search and Maps.” This workshop is optimal for business owners with a physical storefront and/or a local service. Learn how to claim your business listing using Google My Business and fill out the information that matters. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Encuentra tu negocio en Google
El SBDC tiene el gusto de darte esta presentación de Google My Business, una herramienta gratuita para administrar la información de su negocio en Google. Es la forma más fácil de ayudar a encontrarlo en línea. Le enseñaremos información importante que debe tener y como montarla. Debe tener cuenta de Gmail. REGISTRESE ACA
Find out more »Google My Business Setup
The SBDC is pleased to present this workshop on how to “Get Found on Google Search and Maps.” This workshop is optimal for business owners with a physical storefront and/or a local service. Learn how to claim your business listing using Google My Business and fill out the information that matters. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »July 2020
YouTube for Small Business – presented by Deborah Deras
More than any other social media platform, YouTube is a crucial component of your social media strategy. This is because Google owns the world of “search”, and Google owns YouTube, so by having a presence on YouTube, your business will show in search results - in other words, potential customers are more likely to find your business when conducting searches. Participants in this webinar will have a better understanding of: -YouTube as a social media marketing platform -What content can…
Find out more »August 2020
Lose Your Fear of Livestreaming
Livestreaming is here to stay and is taking over popular platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Join social media expert and professional coach Deborah Deras to learn how to overcome your fear of being on camera, and how to position your brand and business through livestreaming. You'll learn: - The one mindset shift to get you on camera - What equipment do you need to get started - How to generate sales without being sales-y - A simple livestream script that…
Find out more »How to Launch Your Podcast
Now, more than ever, it's important to stay top of mind with our potential clients and customers. People are home, burned out on the news, looking for information to consume that will help them grow personally and professionally. If we can create a Podcast that will impact the lives of our target market by solving their pain or problem, we can expand our reach, build our brand and ultimately increase the sales of our products and services. According to Edison…
Find out more »How to SEO Your YouTube
We all know when people are looking for products and services they go to Google. But did you know when people search on Google a YouTube channel that is titled with the proper keywords can also come up on the first page in Google? That is because Google owns YouTube and earns ad revenue off every video, so when your videos perform well on YouTube, Google rewards you with higher visibility. All of this without paying for costing Google or…
Find out more »October 2020
Leveraging Reports and Analytics 101
In this workshop, you will learn how to leverage Shopify reports to make sense of your customers’ behavior. We’ll explore data analysis fundamentals and will touch on some analysis platforms like Google Analytics and session recording apps that can help you draw valuable insights to shape your sale strategies for success in the months ahead. Register Now
Find out more »December 2020
How to Launch Your Podcast
Now, more than ever during Covid-19 and with Curfews to stay top of mind with our potential clients and customers. People are home burned out on the news looking for information to consume that will help them grow personally and professionally. If we can create a Podcast that will impact the lives of our target market by solving their pain or problem we can expand our reach, build our brand and ultimately increase the sales of our products and services.…
Find out more »March 2021
How to Launch Your Podcast
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, and now with curfews in place, there is a unique opportunity to stay top-of-mind with potential clients and customers by offering them information that will help them grow personally and professionally. Creating a podcast that impacts the lives of your target market can be a powerful way to expand your reach, build your brand and ultimately increase the sales of your products and services. Deborah Deras will share with you how she started her podcast from scratch…
Find out more »December 2022
Smart Tax Tools for Freelancers and Small Business Owners with Lili Banking for Your Business
We're proud to be working with Lili Banking for Your Business to bring you a highly informative and educational webinar on managing your taxes as a Small Business or Solo Business Owner. Join us for a 1-hour session where we walk you through the core tools and information that make tackling taxes easier than ever. Your instructor will cover self-employment tax calculations and organizing finances to avoid penalties. All registrants will also receive a copy of "Solo Business/Small Business Guide",…
Find out more »
