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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March 2024
Webinar – SEO Tips & Tricks for Your WordPress Website
If you are using WordPress, and you feel your site’s keywords are not working for you, hold on! This webinar, SEO Tips and Tricks for Your WordPress Website, presented by our SBDC Marketing and Web Development Specialist, Darren Elliott, will show you simple SEO tips that will improve how search engines are indexing your site. Sign up today, to learn what SEO improvements you can be making to your site quickly and easily, that are in line with today’s search engine…
Find out more »Webinar – Digital Marketing #3
Come ready to learn a few more topics to enhance your digital marketing journey, building upon parts 1 and 2. Easy to apply tips will be shared. The instructor is ready to answer any questions you may have. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR E-Smarts: Dominating Your Local Market Online
This workshop will go over methods and strategies to leverage online marketing and social media to dominate your local market. If you’re looking for ways to attract new customers then this training will show you how to avoid common pitfalls and get ahead of your competition. In this workshop you will discover: i. The 4 areas of Digital Marketing that are essential to a successful business ii. Why the way people perceive you online makes all the difference iii. The proper way to…
Find out more »WEBINAR CROWDFUNDING SERIES: The Newest Way For Startups & Entrepreneurs to Raise Capital
In the past, when someone wanted to fund something — be it a project, a company, or anything that required capital to start — there were a few ways to raise money. They could take on debt from a loan. They could raise money from friends, family members, and angel or VC investors. They could even take the “bootstrapping” route and scrounge up as much money as possible to fund the project themselves. In the late 2000s, a fourth option…
Find out more »Social Media 101
Are you confused where and how to start? We at PCR SBDC, know exactly what you are going through. You are not alone and we offer a big part of the solution through our workshops and one on one consultations Our Social Media workshop, will save a lot of time, effort and mainly lots of trials and errors. Many businesses are on social media because of FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) but they have no plan or strategy and are…
Find out more »Commercial Leasing Checklist For Businesses
Commercial Lease checklist will point out provisions to which a prospective small business tenant should pay particular attention. The terms lessor and landlord will be used interchangeably. Commercial leases come in many sizes and shapes, from the three- or four-page mom and pop simple lease to the 40 to 50-page complicated lease with multiple addendum and attachments that are usually attendant to high rises, malls, or popular upscale areas. The small business owner will frequently be presented with a form lease…
Find out more »Webinar – Protecting the Company’s “Secret Sauce”: Trade Secret Basics
This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect the company’s inventions, ideas and secrets. Attendees will learn the basics of trade secret law; the kinds of information that can be protected as a trade secret; confidentiality requirements; ownership issues; how to avoid losing trade secret protection; and how to avoid violating the trade secret rights of others. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Developing An Actionable Business Plan
You can’t get there if you don’t know what or where “there” is. This class is intended to assist both startups and expanding or scaling businesses in developing an actionable and measurable plan for the next steps in growing a profitable business. In this class we will actively work on: • Defining your business model • Identifying your place in the market • Identifying your customers and revenue channels • Identifying expansion opportunities • Costing and pricing • Revenue and…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: How to Make Your Contract Choices
Learn what choices you can have in contracts for your business. When we go to a restaurant…. they have menus to let us know what is possible for us to order. You pick your item…they ask “how would you like that” cooked? or seasoned? or a special version? Learn what is available to ask for in contracts and tips about “how would you like that” to benefit your business. Contracts in business are like hamburgers at In & Out Burger. Know what you want… you…
Find out more »Metrics that Matter – A Spring Refresh on Small Business Financials
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to give your small business finance a spring refresh. In this session, we will delve into the key metrics that truly matter for small businesses, providing you with the tools and knowledge to navigate the financial landscape effectively. Join us and empower your financial decision-making for a successful and prosperous future. Presented by Financial Advisor: Eric Quick *The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Transacciones Comunes (español)
WAVE- Transacciones Comunes Este seminario web está diseñado para aquellos que no tienen experiencia financiera pero han asistido a nuestro seminario web introductorio. Utilizaremos ejemplos sencillos para demostrar cómo gestionar transacciones comerciales básicas, como facturación, compras, importación y conciliacion de transacciones bancarias. Nuestro principal objetivo es ayudarle a sentirse mas comodo y seguro al utilizar la herramienta generando confianza. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Podcasting Essentials: Setting Up Your Show for Success – Podcast Setup – Part 1 eCommerce
In the first installment of our three-part webinar series, “Podcasting Essentials: Setting Up Your Show for Success,” we will guide you through the fundamental steps of starting your own podcast from scratch. Whether you’re an aspiring podcaster or a content creator looking to explore new avenues, this session is perfect for you. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Financial Fitness: Smart Credit Strategies for Entrepreneurs
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 »Financial Fitness: Cash Flow
Cash Flow vs Profit. What’s more important? Learn how to analyze your Cash Flow and be able to better manage your business. Cash Flow illustrates if the operations of the business are generating enough funds to pay for its financial obligations like bills, taxes, or operating expenses. Along the same lines, it can indicate if a small business needs to take on a loan or if the small business can service a loan. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Podcasting Essentials: Setting Up Your Show for Success – Podcast Distribution – Part 2
In the second installment of our three-part webinar series, “Podcasting Essentials: Setting Up Your Show for Success,” we will guide you through distributing your podcast. Whether you’re an aspiring podcaster or a content creator looking to explore new avenues, this session is perfect for you. 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 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 ease…
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 – QuickBooks Online – Transacciones Comunes (español)
QUICKBOOKS ONLINE – Transacciones Comunes Este seminario web está diseñado para aquellos que no tienen experiencia financiera pero han asistido a nuestro seminario web introductorio. Utilizaremos ejemplos sencillos para demostrar cómo gestionar transacciones comerciales básicas, como facturación, compras, importación y conciliación de transacciones bancarias. Nuestro principal objetivo es ayudarle a sentirse más cómodo y seguro al utilizar la herramienta generando confianza. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
Lots to do and not enough time? Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses
Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation. Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More Come ready with your questions. 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 CROWDFUNDING SERIES: The Newest Way For Startups & Entrepreneurs to Raise Capital
In the past, when someone wanted to fund something — be it a project, a company, or anything that required capital to start — there were a few ways to raise money. They could take on debt from a loan. They could raise money from friends, family members, and angel or VC investors. They could even take the “bootstrapping” route and scrounge up as much money as possible to fund the project themselves. In the late 2000s, a fourth option…
Find out more »WEBINAR CROWDFUNDING SERIES: The Newest Way For Startups & Entrepreneurs to Raise Capital
In the past, when someone wanted to fund something — be it a project, a company, or anything that required capital to start — there were a few ways to raise money. They could take on debt from a loan. They could raise money from friends, family members, and angel or VC investors. They could even take the “bootstrapping” route and scrounge up as much money as possible to fund the project themselves. In the late 2000s, a fourth option…
Find out more »How to Use Artificial Intelligence to Launch, Grow & Scale Your Small Business
Join us for an exciting and informative webinar that explores the benefits of harnessing artificial intelligence for small business marketing. In an era defined by technological advancements, AI has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing the way businesses connect with customers and drive growth. During this engaging session, we will delve into the advantages that AI brings to the table for small businesses. Discover how AI-powered marketing tools and strategies can help you enhance customer engagement, optimize campaigns, and maximize your…
Find out more »Webinar – Screening Your Business Ideas
Have lots of business ideas and trying to decide which one to move forward with? Come ready to learn an easy to apply process for prioritizing and evaluating business ideas with next steps to take. REGISTER NOW
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