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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November 2022
Webinar –The Rise of Virtual Shopping and how to use it for your E-commerce Business with Ramin Ramhormozi
Please join us for: The Rise of Virtual Shopping and how to use it for your E-commerce Business with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Website E-Smarts Series
11/03/2022 – Website 101 How to Plan Your New Website: This workshop is a starter course for business owners looking to build their first website. We will discuss what makes a good website and look at some things to consider before making an investment in one. We will compare and contrast the various options available in the marketplace for building a website, and cover the basics of search engine optimization, analytics and website security. 11/10/2022 – Website 102 Usability Design…
Find out more »Webinar: Culver City Chamber of Commerce- Let’s Get Funded
Money doesn’t grow on trees. But COVID changed that notion albeit temporarily. Since the beginning of the pandemic along with the EIDL program–the government disbursed a whopping $1.27 trillion in COVID-related relief to small businesses. Due to a convergence of increased consumer demand, the war in Ukraine, ongoing supply shortages, high gas prices and huge influx of government money into our economy–we have the highest inflation levels since 1981. What’s that mean for you? Unlike during the pandemic, there is NO more free or subsidized government money.…
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: The Big Idea and How To Protect It!!!
How do you protect your ideas while using them, developing them, or marketing them to customers? Discussions includes the basics of Copyrights, Patents, Trade Secrets, Trade and Service marks, Masks and Domain Names. Non-disclosure Agreements and Agreements Not to Compete are covered along with how to keep records that prove your idea is your idea and no one else’s. Join 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,…
Find out more »Webinar – WAVE Boot Camp (Spanish)
CAMPAMENTO WAVE Esta será una oportunidad increíble para aprender los conceptos básicos de la contabilidad y ser tu propio tenedor de libros utilizando WAVE en una sola sesión. En estas dos horas, vamos a hacer que le quites el miedo al mundo de la contabilidad. Este Boot Camp está orientado a empresas de servicios. Los inventarios y la nómina no están cubiertos. Entre otros, aprenderás: • Conceptos básicos de contabilidad. • Leer y comprender los dos estados financieros principales. •…
Find out more »Restaurant Academy: Secrets to Being A Superstar Supervisor
You were an outstanding employee and now it’s your turn to be the Supervisor. Shifting from a task focused job position to a team leading position requires a shift in thinking and communicating. In this workshop, we will introduce to you the skills that will make you a successful leader whether you have just been promoted or have been a manager for a while. You will learn and receive tools on: • The behaviors of the great and the worst bosses •…
Find out more »Understanding Contracts for Small Businesses
As a small business you are often faced with critical decisions that revolve around agreements and contracts. We have all had the experience of signing an agreement without “reading the fine print” and then realized the “fine print” contains the most important details that can cause trouble. Understanding agreements and contracts is crucial to prudently and successfully manage your business. In this workshop, we will explain some of the confusing concepts presented in agreements and contracts, resulting in your better…
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 – Finding Funding
Explore a variety of funding types for your business including disaster assistance related. Capital is critical for all businesses. The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore, along with the current climate. There are many types of capital including owner investment, profit reinvestment, loans from a bank, loans from an alternative financial resources(non-banks), equipment financing, tax credits, supplier credit, credit lines, equity lines, Angel Investors, Venture Capital Investors, money invested by family & friends, Crowd…
Find out more »Webinar – E-commerce Battlecard Series: Shopify VS. WordPress/Woo Commerce
Please join us to learn: E-commerce Battlecard Series: Shopify VS. WordPress/Woo Commerce with Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW
Find out more »New Client Orientation
This webinar is to introduce all new clients to the process and services PCR has to offer. In the webinar, you will learn the steps to help advance your business in the areas that are custom to you. We will also cover goal setting to help you meet your objectives. If you are a new client, this webinar is for you. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »WEBINAR Legal Corner: Tips for Consultants; Profit and Protection
This workshop will cover legal issues, accounting basics, marketing, creating opportunities, and management tips. If you’re interested in becoming a consultant, or already are one, this workshop is for you. These are ideas and methods that are low cost or no cost, but improve your survival and your bottom line. Join 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…
Find out more »How To Be Bankable
If you are looking to make your business bankable this webinar is for you! We know that finances can be scary but with the right help, they can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we look at what’s needed to make sure you are bankable and ready to grow your business when applying for a loan. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »How To Be Bankable
If you are looking to make your business bankable this webinar is for you! We know that finances can be scary but with the right help it can be the new best friend of your business. Join us as we look at what’s needs to make sure you are bankable and ready to grow your business when applying for a loan. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar- I Filed the Articles, Now What? “Next Steps” for Running a Limited Liability Company (LLC)
This webinar will teach the “next steps” involved in starting up and running an LLC, such as filing the Statement of Information; “member-managed” vs. “manager-managed” LLCs; determining membership interests; the roles, duties and liability of “members”; preparing and following an LLC operating agreement; selling/transferring membership interests; California LLC statutes to be aware of; “Piercing the Corporate Veil” and other acts creating LLC member personal liability, and dissolving the LLC. REGISTER NOW
Find out more »Webinar: Understanding the Story Behind the Numbers and Potential Red Flags
Learn how to take control of your business through the power of financials. Financials convey a story about a business and can empower the entrepreneur/business owner. Examples will be shared where warning signs were glaring in the financials, but business owners could not spot the warning signs. You will learn how to interpret and understand the financials, define Metrics and develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). You will have the knowledge and tools to apply in your business as you become…
Find out more »Webinar – Tips on Creating Your Marketing Plan
Unlocking the mystery of creating your Marketing Plan… How do I compare with competitors? What makes my business unique? Who is my customer? How will I approach the market? Which paths and strategies should I consider? Register Now
Find out more »WEBINAR Biz Basics: 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. We will also see how you can download your bank activity and use filters to analyze the data, a powerful tool. Basic computer knowledge is required for this class. Instructor: Andrew Strachan (SBDC Advisor) REGISTER…
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: • The 4 areas of Digital Marketing that are essential to a successful business • Why the way people perceive you online makes all the difference • The proper way to…
Find out more »Restaurant Academy: Safe, Clean Kitchens-How to get an “A” on your Health Inspection
Imagine a Health Inspector walking into your restaurant…would you get an “A”? Is your kitchen clean and ready for inspection at any moment? Excellent food safety starts with a clean kitchen. This webinar will cover LA County’s health inspection protocols and what you need to get an A every time an inspector walks through your doors. If you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready! 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 »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 »WEBINAR CROWDFUNDING SERIES: The Newest Way For Startups and Entrepreneurs to Raise Capital
Series Overview: 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…
Find out more »Becoming an Employer in CA Basics
Are you a new employer or planning on becoming one but you don’t know where to start? Then check-out our Becoming an Employer in CA Basics. We will explore how to protect your business from liability and penalties, employer requirements and mandatory benefits for your employees and the correct classification for your workers. See you there! Protecting your business: what type of insurance you need Required Federal & State notices and what do they mean? Mandatory benefits even if you…
Find out more »Planning & Launching Your Holiday Social Media Campaigns
It’s time to start planning and launching your holiday campaigns on social media. The Long Beach SBDC has partnered with the Social Media Goddess to offer you the following tips for successful holiday social media marketing in 2022: Seven must-do social media posts for the holiday season to increase sales How to create gift guides with your products or services as the offerings How to create a holiday greeting video that sizzles How to create a fun holiday-themed challenge…
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