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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February 2023
Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow and how to bring your vision to life. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help you take the next step in starting or growing your business, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business. Featured Topics: Common Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Types of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurship Economic Impact…
Find out more »WEBINAR Recession-Proof Your Business-Marketing Tips to Thrive!
It’s Time To Recession-Proof Your Business: Whether we are experiencing a long or short recession, there are several key steps you can take to achieve your company’s growth. Effective planning is the answer, from cutting unnecessary costs to engaging your customers with the most cost-effective marketing tools available to reach your goals. There are always opportunity in change, so get my 10+ tips on thriving in this environment and pushing your company or organization to the next level while optimizing your…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Yes…. It’s your business! Women’s Ownership Workshop
Join us to learn about Community Property and other topics about the business you already have rights to. How to establish a business that you control and own outright. Marriage does not mean you give up the business you personally built…..learn how to keep it yours alone. Presented by 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 Programs, and Pro Bono service to people wanting to build their futures. Ben has…
Find out more »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 »Something For Everyone Compton Farmers Market
COMPTON Farmer's Market, Come enjoy local small businesses and entertainment LA COUNTY Economic Opportunity Grants: Information and on - site registration for microbusiness grant $2,500 for businesses with revenue under $50K. NHS LA County Build your legacy workshop: On-site training to purchase and preserve a home. Equipment, Connectivity, Internet: $30 home internet subsidy for eligible participants & Computer raffle REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Something For Everyone Compton Farmers Market
COMPTON Farmer’s Market, Come enjoy local small businesses and entertainment LA COUNTY Economic Opportunity Grants: Information and on – site registration for microbusiness grant $2,500 for businesses with revenue under $50K. NHS LA County Build your legacy workshop: On-site training to purchase and preserve a home. Equipment, Connectivity, Internet: $30 home internet subsidy for eligible participants & Computer raffle REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – Shopify Apps – Part 7
Please join us for Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – Shopify Apps, what are they and why do you need them? (Part 7) with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »5 Mistakes to Avoid on Social Media
Have you ever felt like you’re posting on social media, and no one is looking? There is no engagement, you’re not getting followers or new clients. You might be making these 5 common mistakes when using social media to market your business. In this masterclass, I am going to breakdown what those mistakes are and how you can change social media into a powerful marketing tool to get clients aware of your business. You will learn: How to target your…
Find out more »Clearing the Fog of Certification-Grow Your Local Business
The certification process can be very confusing and many times feel very labor-intensive. PCR SBDC presents a webinar to clear the confusion of the application process. During this workshop you will learn: Billions of Public Contracting Dollars are within Los Angeles County Agencies for Certified Small Business How to leverage Statewide Small Business Certification to open may other Local Small Business Public Contracting Opportunities 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 »Financial Fitness: Cash Flow
In financial accounting, a cash flow statement, also known as statement of cash flows, is a financial statement that shows how changes in balance sheet accounts and income affect cash and cash equivalents, and breaks the analysis down to operating, investing and financing activities. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Labor Law Essential for Start Up Restaurants and Small Businesses
Not having a sound understanding of California labor laws is one of the biggest threats to a business. Don’t risk your profits! In this webinar, you will be introduced to most up-to- date California wage and hour laws including breaks and meal periods, overtime, wages, salaries, and termination payouts. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – (Special Part)
Please join us for Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – The financial story behind Shopify Reports and Potential Red Flags (special part) 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 Money Matters: Angel Investment 101 for Start-Ups
Funding and financing your business are extremely important. One of the options that comes up is angel investment. What does angel investment mean? How often does it happen? Is your business a candidate? What steps to take? What do you need? Webinar presenter Tim Berry has been on both sides of this table. He successfully raised investment for his business. And he has been an angel investor for more than a decade. In this webinar, Tim answers key questions…
Find out more »Business Profit Projections
Business Projections 101 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: Improving Employee Retention, Recruitment and Culture
Description: As employers nationwide continue to struggle to find quality employees, employers must focus on their current staff and company culture to attract the best candidates for new available positions. This webinar will touch on ways to improve your current staff morale, offer tips for recruiting the best available candidates, and focus on your overall company culture. Presented by Kevin McVearry, a business advisor for the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience recruiting, training, and retaining employees…
Find out more »WEBINAR Money Matters: How to Finance Your Business
This workshop will provide an overview of available options for financing your business. Equity and debt options as well as crowd funding and the process for raising capital from friends and family will be discussed. Details on what you need to know to apply for a business loan, as well the required documents and paperwork needed for the application process will be provided. The various types of financial institutions and which institutions are currently loaning money and what you will…
Find out more »WEBINAR QUICKBOOKS ONLINE SERIES
2/1/2023 – SETTING UP QBO: Learn how to set up QBO by customizing settings, setting up customers, vendors, chart of accounts, product and service items. Decide which version of QBO works for you. Learn how to set up bank feeds, bank rules and get bank synchronization tips. 2/8/2023 – QBO SALES & EXPENSES: Learn how to customize QBO for your sales and expenses, create sales receipts and invoices, receive customer payments and make payment links. Learn how to correctly enter expenses and…
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 »2022 Taxes Explained by Lili
Join speaker & small business expert Wendi Caplan-Carroll for this 60-minute webinar and leave with your own action plan for filing your taxes. In this tax prep webinar, we'll review the following: - The benefits of working with an accountant. - Checklist of every document you’ll need to file based on your business formation type. - Overview of common business deductions. - Tactical review of how to actually file. Here's to tackling taxes together
Find out more »Webinar – Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – (Special Part)
Please join us for Comprehensive Guide to Starting an E-commerce Business on Shopify – Tips on Inventory Management and Control (Special Part) REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: How to Start Your Business
Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea life. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Psicología del Emprendedor
El SBDC y HBN presenta este taller gratis y en español en donde hablaremos un poco de la parte psicológica del emprendedor y las bases que debe tener cuando está en el camino del emprendimiento. Será un taller interactivo en donde habrá oportunidades de hacer networking e ir a los breakoutroom a escuchar a otros emprendedores.
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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