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SUMMARY:Claude 102: Projects\, Artifacts\, SOPs & Workflows An intermediate hands-on session for small business owners\, and more
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve mastered the basics of AI prompting\, it’s time to take the next step. In this interactive 90-minute workshop\, you’ll learn how to transform Claude from a simple chatbot into a reliable business partner that helps you organize projects\, create reusable business assets\, document processes\, and automate everyday tasks. You’ll discover practical strategies to reduce repetitive work while maintaining consistency across your business. \n  \nDesigned specifically for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals\, this hands-on session will show you how to build AI-powered systems that streamline operations\, improve productivity\, and create scalable workflows. You’ll leave with templates\, frameworks\, and real-world examples you can immediately implement to save time\, enhance customer experiences\, and focus on growing your business. \n  \nBy the end of this session you will:\n\nBuild and organize a Claude Project to manage ongoing business initiatives.\nCreate reusable Artifacts for marketing\, sales\, and operations.\nDraft a professional Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) using AI.\nDesign repeatable AI workflows that automate routine business tasks.\nTrain Claude to understand your writing style\, brand voice\, and business preferences.\nBuild a simple AI-powered dashboard to organize prompts\, templates\, and business resources.\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/claude-102-projects-artifacts-sops-workflows-an-intermediate-hands-on-session-for-small-business-owners-and-more/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T130000
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UID:387318-1787830200-1787835600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Funding Your Growth For Existing and Start-up Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you at a point where you need funding for the continued growth of your business? Are you unsure how to find the right sources of funding? Do you know the exact amount of cash-flow needed to grow your business? \nJoin SBDC advisors Shaila Patankar and Max Ordonez for a workshop that identifies some key questions to ask when considering funding the growth of your business. \nTopics include:  \n\nHow well do you know your business?\nHow to forecast your growth\nHow to fund your growth\nWhat lenders are looking for\nPreparing your loan package\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/funding-your-growth-for-existing-and-start-up-small-businesses-6/
LOCATION:North Long Beach Higher Education Center\, 635 E. South Street\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Loans & Capital
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260604T150332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150332Z
UID:386623-1787832000-1787835600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Protecting the Company’s “Secret Sauce”: Trade Secret Basics
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInstructor: Erica Bristol \n\n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-protecting-the-companys-secret-sauce-trade-secret-basics-13/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260722T090320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T090320Z
UID:387319-1787839200-1787844600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:The Importance of Vision and Mission When Marketing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:If you are a business owner and someone asks you\, “What do you do?” you need to answer with an easy-to-follow story that gets to the heart of the matter\, explaining what you do\, why you do it\, and how people benefit from using your products or services. This workshop examines how to build your story\, focusing on two key components: your Vision and your Mission. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhy Vision and Mission are critical to any business of any size\nHow to define your Vision\nHow to define your Mission\nHow to define what makes you unique\nHow all of this ties in to building a powerful story for your marketing campaigns\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/the-importance-of-vision-and-mission-when-marketing-your-business-5/
LOCATION:North Long Beach Higher Education Center\, 635 E. South Street\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBDC hosted by Long Beach City College":MAILTO:drosenfeld@lbcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170242Z
UID:387392-1788350400-1788354000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Lights\, Camera\, Ranking the Video SEO Breakthrough – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Stop uploading your videos to a “digital graveyard”! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this Two-Part free webinar on Video SEO strategies for maximum visibility. If you aren’t optimizing your video content\, you’re missing out on a massive stream of traffic from both YouTube and Google Search. Learn the “how” and “where” to ensure your videos reach the people you’re trying to serve. \nClaim your spot to this free webinar! \nInstructor: Darren Elliott \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-lights-camera-ranking-the-video-seo-breakthrough-part-1/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170243Z
UID:387393-1788861600-1788867000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-1-12/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170250Z
UID:387394-1788868800-1788872400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Some are entrepreneurs or naturally entrepreneurial. This is an opportunity to explore the “entrepreneur in you”. The featured one-hour session will highlight entrepreneurship as an option to generate income and cash flow\, and provide steps to start a formal business. Participants will also be introduced to resources to help take the next step in starting or growing your business\, or transitioning from current activity into a formal business including the areas below: \n• Learn the Steps from Business Idea to Business Launch \n• Identify Business Structures \n• Discuss Key Marketing\, Sales and Financial Issues \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/introduction-to-entrepreneurship-3/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Launching A New Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170252Z
UID:387395-1788955200-1788958800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Lights\, Camera\, Ranking the Video SEO Breakthrough – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:  \nReady to learn more on how to turn your videos into a high-performance traffic engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for the deep-dive conclusion in Part Two of his Video SEO Masterclass. Now that you know why video matters\, Darren will be showing you exactly how and where to optimize your videos for maximum visibility. \nClaim your spot to this free webinar! \nInstructor: Darren Elliott \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-lights-camera-ranking-the-video-seo-breakthrough-part-2/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170253Z
UID:387396-1789466400-1789471800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Model #2
DESCRIPTION:This is the ideal workshop where business owners at all levels will learn how to build\, design\, and define a business model. A business model is what defines a business and its practice. In this workshop attendees will learn how to first define their business model. They will be introduced to a business model canvas as a tool.  Topics are below: \n· Building Blocks for the Business Model\n· Introduction to Business Model Tool \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-model-2-10/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170255Z
UID:387397-1789473600-1789477200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools
DESCRIPTION:Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time. \nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-entrepreneur-business-owner-tools-20/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260719T153219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T153219Z
UID:387290-1789556400-1789561800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Elevate Your Business Plan with Software Powered Innovation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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 and tactics\, key elements that propel businesses towards their goals. \nWhat makes this webinar stand out? We’re introducing a cutting-edge business plan software\, a revolutionary tool designed to streamline the planning process and make it more intuitive than ever before. Say goodbye to complexity and welcome a seamless experience that empowers you to focus on what truly matters – the growth and success of your business. \nJoin us as we revolutionize your approach to business planning. It’s not just a webinar; it’s your gateway to strategic excellence and a future of unprecedented success. Don’t miss out on this transformative event – secure your spot today! \nPresented by: Business Advisor\, Craig Cappai \n*The WEBINAR will be conducted via ZOOM. Instructions to connect via ZOOM will be sent out to all registrants the day before and the day of the webinar.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/elevate-your-business-plan-with-software-powered-innovation-27/
LOCATION:Webinar – PCC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170257Z
UID:387398-1790071200-1790076600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-1-14/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260728T170304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T170304Z
UID:387399-1790078400-1790082000@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Business Planning #1
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business!\nIt’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. \nHighlighted Topics: \n\n         Creating a Business Plan\n         Goal Development\n         Business Development\n         Marketing Plans\n         Advertising Strategies\n         Financials – Overview\n\nInstructor: Connie Sparks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-business-planning-1-15/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260625T151815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T151815Z
UID:386888-1790164800-1790168400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Increasing Sales – Secrets and Best Practices to Overcome Objections
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to increase sales?  Experienced a “No” from a potential customer?  Come ready to learn about increasing sales\nthrough attracting new customers.  Sales objections will be unlocked.  Tips and techniques to handle objections will be explored.\nBest practices will be shared\, so you are ready to tackle the next “No” from a potential customer with the goal for a “Yes”. \nInstructor: Anngel Benoun \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-increasing-sales-secrets-and-best-practices-to-overcome-objections-10/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260621T090219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T090219Z
UID:386822-1791892800-1791896400@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Cómo Alcanzar la Libertad Financiera sin Aumentar la Deuda
DESCRIPTION:En este seminario online aprenderá:\n\n\n\nCómo obtener una trjeta de crédito incluso si no tienes crédito\nCómo mejorar tu puntaje de crédito en pocos minutos y sin costo alguno\nDónde obtener ayuda professional para pagar deudas
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/como-alcanzar-la-libertad-financiera-sin-aumentar-la-deuda/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260723T164718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T164718Z
UID:387340-1792584000-1792587600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Sales Strategy Tips for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Come ready to learn Sales Strategies Tips for Your Business as you explore the following: \n\n\n\nSkill Set vs. Style\nPricing\nCompetitive Advantage\nValue Proposition\n\n\n\nInstructor: Anngel Benoun \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/webinar-sales-strategy-tips-for-your-business-16/
LOCATION:Webinar – COC
CATEGORIES:Business Development & Operations,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260621T090219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T090219Z
UID:386823-1794312000-1794315600@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Celebre con Inteligencia: Su Plan de Gastos para las Fiestas
DESCRIPTION:En este seminario online aprenderá:\n\n\n\nCómo establecer y cumplir un presupuesto navideño con categorías y límites\nSobre ofertas\, cupones y estrategias de compras anticipadas para que su presupuesto rinda más\nFormas de prevenir deudas posteriores a las fiestas mediante ahorros sistemáticos
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/celebre-con-inteligencia-su-plan-de-gastos-para-las-fiestas/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260621T090220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T090220Z
UID:386824-1795521600-1795525200@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Presupuesto a su manera
DESCRIPTION:En este seminario online aprenderá:
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/presupuesto-a-su-manera/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T234045
CREATED:20260621T090220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T090220Z
UID:386825-1796731200-1796734800@smallbizla.org
SUMMARY:Conozca su Personalidad Financiera – ¿Cuál es su ADN Financiero?
DESCRIPTION:En este seminario online aprenderá:\n\n\n\nCuáles son sus rasgos de personalidad financiera y cómo influyen en sus gastos\nCómo alinear su estilo natural con sus metas financieras\nEstrategias de presupuesto que se adapten a su perfil financiero y conduzca al éxito a largo plazo
URL:https://smallbizla.org/workshop/conozca-su-personalidad-financiera-cual-es-su-adn-financiero/
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