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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June 2024
Webinar – WAVE Introduction
WAVE Introduction: This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of WAVE’s features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Human Resources Basics and Preparing your Business for Employees
This critical HR training will guide you through the basics of what HR is and how to prepare your business for employees before you hire them. Learning these steps will help protect your business from unintended risks and provide you valuable California based HR knowledge and best practices. Instructor: Sara Nicholson 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 – Boost Your Basket: Essential Upselling & Cross-Selling Techniques for Ecommerce Success
Discover how to significantly increase your e-commerce sales without adding more traffic. Join us for ‘Boost Your Basket: Essential Upselling & Cross-Selling Techniques for E-commerce Success,’ where we’ll explore practical strategies to encourage customers to purchase more. Learn how to effectively suggest related products, premium items, and bundles, turning every transaction into an opportunity for increased revenue. Perfect for emerging e-commerce entrepreneurs, this webinar will equip you with the tools to make more from your existing customer base and grow…
Find out more »Unlocking Profitability: Mastering Small Business Costing & Pricing
Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the intricacies of small business costing and pricing strategies. Discover how to accurately calculate costs, set competitive prices, and maximize profitability for your business. Introduction To Effective Pricing & Terms – Brief overview of the importance of effective costing and pricing for small businesses Understanding Costs – Types of costs: fixed, variable, and semi-variable – Costing methods: absorption costing vs. variable costing – Identifying direct and indirect costs – Case…
Find out more »How To Sell When You’re Not A Salesperson
Business owners and entrepreneurs must promote their business or products to investors, customers or clients. Often, this is something they have never done before, and they lack training to approach the challenge. To address this situation, this workshop has been built to help you learn much of what you need to know. Topics covered include: • The psychological barriers that could be holding you back and the tools required to overcome them. • Understanding the components of an effective…
Find out more »Vanquish the Villians on your Hero’s Journey
As an entrepreneur or executive, you are the hero in your business’ narrative, even though it may not always feel like it. When your energy is low and you’re approaching burnout, it’s hard to feel like the triumphant CEO that has it all together. But, here’s a secret: Even the greatest heroes of all time need help! In this session, Aleya steps into the role of your guide to walk through the stages of the hero’s journey and the common…
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 Using SMS Text Marketing to Grow Your Business!
Are you using SMS (Text) Marketing to Grow Your Business? Today’s consumers rely on their smart phones and many prefer getting information through Text Marketing. However there are rules and best practices that can help you create successful text marketing campaigns and entice your contacts to subscribe. Attend this webinar to learn how to set up and execute SMS Text Marketing campaigns that keep your contacts subscribed and interacting with your company. Learn how to achieve your marketing goals by effectively adding…
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 Legal Corner: Insurance Explained for Small Businesses
What you need to know about Insurance for your small business. Every business has certain risks related to its operation. To protect your business and personal assets, insurance coverage is critical. You will learn about the myriad types of insurance, the rationale for procuring the various insurance types and come away with an understanding of how various types apply to your business. Specific Learning Objectives: Why Small Businesses Need Insurance? Exactly What Kinds of Coverage Are Available? What insurance is needed for…
Find out more »Business Finance Literacy Series (Session 2 of 3)
A simple Excel financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use Excel models to determine if/when a company will be profitable, what is the correct selling price, how many “widgets” need to be sold to be cover cost, and how much money is available to pay expenses. Financial models are used for start-ups and for on-going analysis to make sure the company is operating at an optimal financial performance. This…
Find out more »Workplace Violence Prevention Plan – HR Webinar
As of July 1, 2024, a new mandate in California requires most employers to enact comprehensive workplace violence prevention strategies. But what exactly does this entail for your business? Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the intricate details of this regulation and its implications. Explore in-depth discussions on: Essential components mandated for your workplace violence prevention plan. Understanding exemptions provided within the regulation and how they apply to your organization. Navigating the intricacies of training requirements…
Find out more »Turning Your Dream Into A Business
This class will help you take the first steps to become a new business owner or legitimize a side hustle or hobby. In this class we will help you: • Figure out what you don’t know • Define your basic business model • Outline the basic steps of setting up your entity and bank account • Figure out the appropriate licenses, permits and insurances • Understand available funding strategies • Begin to form your basic business plan REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Tips & Tricks for Service Businesses
This workshop is for service businesses that want to maximize safety and profitability. We will go over: Scopes of Work and other add-ons to contracts Non-competes, NDAs, and other protective agreements Contract terms that are to your advantage How the laws changed being an independent contract Intellectual property ownership guidance Policies that make your business more efficient and better protected Choices of legal structure How to design your business Your web presence and marketing laws Join Attorney Ben Martin who loves helping new and…
Find out more »Webinar – QuickBooks Online Introduction
Webinar – QuickBooks Online Introduction This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of QuickBooks Online’s features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Business Finance Literacy Series (Session 3 of 3)
Business owners struggle with business decisions that affect the financial health of the company. Are we selling at the right price? Are we making money? Can we afford to hire someone? Many times, these decisions are made without a thorough understanding of the financial implications. This does not need to be the case. There are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to answer key business questions. Performance Measurements are simple mathematical calculations that can be used to monitor sales,…
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 – The Power of Live Shopping: Boost Your Ecommerce with Real-Time Engagement
Step into the future of ecommerce with ‘The Power of Live Shopping: Boost Your Ecommerce with Real-Time Engagement.’ Discover how live shopping events can captivate your audience, increase customer interaction, and drive sales. Learn the best practices for hosting live shopping sessions, from engaging storytelling to seamless technology integration. Perfect for ecommerce entrepreneurs looking to innovate, this webinar will provide you with the tools to harness the power of live shopping and transform your online business. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER…
Find out more »Business Plan Essentials: How to Write Your Business Plan
This workshop to help your businesses develop your business plan. You will review the purpose and benefits of a business plan, key components of the plan, and resources to help with research, business plan formats, and putting it all together. Plus get ready for homework, as you will review key components of your plan with the instructor or your advisor in a couple of weeks after the workshop. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Launching a Mobile Food Business in L.A. County-Navigating Regulations, Setup and Success Strategies
COMPACT MOBILE FOOD OPERATION: A CMFO is a mobile food facility in which an individual operates from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized unenclosed conveyance that can be approved to sell prepackaged food or unpackaged food with limited food preparation. This workshop will provide a comprehensive guide for launching a mobile food business and a review of the importance of understanding regulations, setup processes, and business strategies. Instructor: Larry Johnson & Debbie Goldfarb REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses
Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases. Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening and operating…
Find out more »Why Beneficial Ownership Information Is Important For Your Business
As a business owner in the United States, you may well be required to report what is called Beneficial Ownership Information (“BOI”) about your business to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN). This is due to Congress passing a law in 2021 called the “Corporate Transparency Act,” in an effort to make it harder for bad actors to hide their ill-gotten gains through shell companies or other questionable ownership structures. To better understand “BOI” and whether or not you should…
Find out more »Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation
Unlock the true potential of your business with our upcoming webinar, “Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation.” Dive into a comprehensive workshop designed to elevate your business planning process, ensuring that you not only chart a course for success but do so efficiently and effortlessly. In this power-packed session, we will guide you through multiple facets of creating a robust business plan, whether you’re forging an internal roadmap or seeking funding. Discover the art of setting measurable strategies…
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…
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