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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December 2024
Webinar – TikTok Shops: The Next E-commerce Frontier
Please join us for – TikTok Shops: The Next E-commerce Frontier Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT Network & Learn Constant Contact 10 Digital Marketing Tools!
Come network and learn at the Southbay SBDC in Hawthone and Constant Contact. Are you time challenged to use digital media effectively? Learn the 10 digital tools you can start using and how they work together to help you grow your business. Get to know other local business owners while we show you how to use these cost effective tools for your business and answer your questions to apply the tools to your challenge. Seating is limited as this is…
Find out more »Trade Show Triumph: Master These 12 Steps of Success
Are you a small business owner looking to get the most out of your time and resources at trade shows and conferences? Join our interactive workshop designed to help you navigate these events with confidence and maximize your return on investment. Workshop Highlights: Identify Your Style: Are you a Social Butterfly or an Overwhelmed Observer? Discover your natural tendencies and learn how to leverage them for success. Set Clear Goals: Learn how to set specific, measurable objectives for each event you attend.…
Find out more »SBDC As A Resource
Have an existing business? Thinking about starting a business? Come and learn about the SBDC as a resource. The content will be repeated multiple times during the session from 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Virtual Parking Permits https://canyons.thepermitstore.com/ are required to park on campus in all lots seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Student/Visitor permits are valid in spaces painted white in student lots only(Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 (parking structure), 8, 9, 13, 14, and…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: How To Set Up & Register Your Business
This in-depth workshop addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly set up entities in California. Our discussion will cover legal formation for startups, including: • LLC’s, S-Corporations, C-Corporations • DBA’s • Business permits • Resale…
Find out more »Webinar – Grant Writing: Preparation for SBIR Proposal and Beyond
Overview: Grant funding provides a non-dilutive funding option for early-stage technologies. With limited resources, startups bootstraps to maximize their resources Federal grants can serve as great resource not just in terms of financial help but access to many other commercialization resources available through partner offices. This webinar will present brief overview of funding programs – SBIR/STTR programs. We will also cover best practices in developing skillset for grant writing, how to avoid pitfalls of grant writing and resources to develop…
Find out more »WEBINAR Wave Accounting for Startups and Service Businesses
Keeping track of your business income and expenses is crucial to the financial health of your company. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be complicated! This webinar will cover how to use Wave, a free online accounting software program to help keep you on track. Wave is designed for small business owners. No jargon, just an easy accounting software for small business that makes sense. This webinar is not for companies with inventory. Instructor: Maureen Thielen (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Say What? Product Advertising and Labeling
This webinar will introduce small business owners to the basics of California and federal advertising and labeling law. Attendees will learn the difference between truthful vs. fraudulent and misleading advertising; business “puffery”; lawful product comparisons; requirements when using terms such as “organic” and “fat free”; required disclosures for certain ingredients such as nuts and other allergens; and liability for violating advertising and labeling laws. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Mastering Storytelling for Community Building and Sales: Facebook vs. LinkedIn
Optimize storytelling for community building and sales on two prominent social media platforms: Facebook and LinkedIn. In this user-friendly overview, we’ll explore the unique features of both platforms, compare the benefits of sharing text and image updates, and explore real-life examples of personalities, brands, and companies leveraging these platforms to foster engagement and drive sales. Instructor: Chérmelle Edwards (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR The Basics of Starting a Business
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started. We will discuss what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and the important steps that need to be taken to begin your business. Topics of discussion will include: -What it takes to be an entrepreneur -Legal requirements and different legal types including sole proprietorship (DBA), and LLC and S-Corp, -Building your team of experts, including CPA’s, Atty, Bank, Web and marketing experts and industry mentor -Office…
Find out more »WEBINAR Improve Your Personal Credit for Lending Opportunities
The “Improve Your Personal Credit for Lending Opportunities” workshop is designed to help individuals and business owners understand the factors that affect their credit scores and learn strategies to improve them. Whether you are looking to apply for a personal loan, business loan, or credit line, having a strong credit score can significantly increase your chances of approval and favorable terms. During this workshop, participants will learn about the different credit bureaus and how they calculate credit scores, the common…
Find out more »IN PERSON EVENT E-Smarts: Get More Free Traffic to Your Website with These Simple SEO Techniques
Is your website getting all of the traffic it should be? Is it pulling in leads and sales? If not, your target audience may not be able to find you. Google search drives the majority of traffic on the internet. Learn the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) and start growing your search presence organically, using tried and true methods that are 100% free! You will Learn: The difference between on-site and off-site SEO How to optimize your pages…
Find out more »Webinar – How To Optimize Your Etsy Store and Product Listings
Please join us for – How To Optimize Your Etsy Store and Product Listings Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act
As a business owner, you may have heard about the Corporate Transparency Act. Effective 1/1/24, all LLCs and Corporations must file beneficial ownership information reports with the Federal Financial Crimes Network. Failure to comply may result in severe penalties starting at $500 per day. Join us for an introduction to the Corporate Transparency Act to help increase your awareness and move forward with compliance. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business
This informational Webinar, will give you a good overview of what it takes to Start Your Own Home-Based Business. Having this knowledge will nurture your dream of being self-employed and doing what you want to do in life. From selecting a business and getting it registered to how to balance your home life with our work life, this introduction will help you move forward towards entrepreneurship! REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Looking Ahead: Strategic Goal-Setting for 2025
Prepare for the new year by setting clear, actionable goals for your business. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Buying and Selling a Business – What You Need to Know
This webinar will teach the basics of buying and selling a business, such as conducting “due diligence”- inspecting the financial records, contracts and business assets; determining the value of the business; preparing contracts and related purchase-and-sale documents; tax considerations; and knowing when to “walk away” from a deal. REGISTER NOW
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