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Every small business relies on people and digital systems to keep running smoothly. This webinar will explore how to plan for unexpected absences so your business can continue without disruption. Learn how to prepare your team, secure access to important information, and ensure critical tasks can be carried out even when key employees are unavailable. […]
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What if you could have dozens of people promoting your products around the clock—and only pay them when they make a sale? In this session, you’ll learn how to launch and manage an affiliate program that turns bloggers, content creators, and even your own customers into a performance-based sales team. We’ll cover how to set […]
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Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) is a structured process intending to help align demand, supply and financials at summary level. This webinar will go through the S&OP Cycle, which is a decision-making process, not just a plan. You will walk away with a good understanding of what S&OP is, but it will be up to […]
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Una guía completa para encontrar el enfoque de alivio de deudas adecuado para su situaciónUna guía completa para encontrar el enfoque de alivio de deudas adecuado para su situación |
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This presentation is a guide to Government and Corporate Procurement for Small Businesses. This presentation offers a clear, beginner-friendly overview of the procurement process, explores special set-asides, and assesses readiness for participation. Ideal for small business owners keen on navigating the complexities of government and corporate contracts. Class Objectives: • Understand the nuances of corporate […]
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Tax Essentials for Entrepreneurs: A 2-Part Workshop Series Starting a business is exciting but staying compliant, tax-smart, and financially confident is what helps it last. In partnership with the Los Angeles Public Library, this two-part workshop series is designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners who want to build a strong foundation and stay […]
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Now that you’ve defined your brand, it’s time to ignite your visibility! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for Part Two of this exclusive three-part series. Darren is diving deep into the high-speed mechanics of search and the art of digital storytelling to ensure your business doesn’t just exist—it dominates. Claim your spot to this free […]
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Advanced AI for Small Business: Why Prompting Is Dead and What Actually Works Now You have heard it everywhere. “Just write better prompts.” “Use this magic sentence.” “Here are 50 prompts to copy.” But something still feels off. You use AI. It gives you content. Yet it does not sound like you. It does not convert. […]
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Come ready to learn the steps on how to register and complete the Small Business Certification with the State of California. Why not be eligible in helping the State of California meet the requirement of 23% of contracting dollars being awarded to certified businesses? Instructor: Paul Mazbanian REGISTER NOW
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Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide small business owners with the basics for entering into co-owner agreements such as pre-contract considerations; restrictions on selling ownership interests to third parties such as rights of first refusal, “drag along” and “tag along” rights, and triggering events such as death, disability, divorce, and lack of participation […]
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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 […]
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Known as the “mother of all financial statements,” the Balance Sheet provides an overview of the company’s assets (what it owns) and liabilities (what it owes). In addition, it can help answer questions such as whether the company has a positive net worth, whether it has enough cash to pay for its financial obligations, and […]
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This workshop provides a foundational overview of artificial intelligence and how it can be applied strategically in a business environment. Participants will learn practical use cases of AI to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support marketing, operations, and customer engagement. The session is designed to help business owners move from curiosity to execution with confidence. […]
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This webinar will provide answers to your questions about sales taxes. Do you need to charge sales tax, how much should you be charging your customers, how do you apply for a sellers permit, what is a marketplace facilitator, when and how should you pay the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration your sales […]
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Bring your digital strategy full circle with the high-octane finale of our series! Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for Part Three, where we move beyond the website to conquer the broader digital landscape. Darren will be focusing on the “Social & Local” engine—turning community engagement into a powerful magnet for new customers. Claim your […]
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Comunica tu negocio con claridad, impacto y propósitoLas oportunidades no siempre avisan y cuando llegan, tienes pocos segundos para captar atención. Este workshop está diseñado para emprendedores que necesitan explicar su negocio de forma clara, profesional y persuasiva, sin rodeos ni confusión. Aprenderás a estructurar un pitch de elevador que conecte, genere interés y deje […] |
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A profit and loss statement provides an overview of the revenues and expenses associated with your small business. When looking at your profit and loss statements, it’s important to look for trends in order to develop a course of action. The bottom line, when you provide this statement to potential investors or financial institutions, they […]
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Are you looking for an alternative to ChatGPT and curious about what Anthropic’s Claude can do for your business? In this practical 90-minute webinar, you’ll get an overview of Claude and learn how small business owners, consultants, coaches, and creatives can use it to save time, improve communication, and streamline workflows. We’ll explore how Claude […]
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WEBINAR How Social Media, Marketing & Webspace Creation Work Together to Build Brand & Promote Sales
WEBINAR How Social Media, Marketing & Webspace Creation Work Together to Build Brand & Promote Sales
A cross-disciplinary workshop showing the relationship between Marketing, Website Design, and Social Media to build, promote and market a small business. This Multichannel workshop presents three advisors who’ll share their expertise of their field and its application to small businesses as they proceed through the SBDC process. At the end of each advisors presentation there will be […]
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How to handle accounting and financial record-keeping is one of the most difficult decisions company owners make. They ask questions such as: “Should we use Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop or some other program?” “What records do we need to keep for tax reporting?” “Should we hire someone to do our bookkeeping?” “What is the difference […]
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Unlock the power of "Leveraging Small Business Certifications" in this dynamic presentation. Small business certifications can be game-changers, but navigating the certification landscape can be daunting. Join us to demystify the process and gain a comprehensive understanding of which certifications are right for your business. We'll guide you through where and why to certify, equipping […]
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A business planning canvas is a business model tool. 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: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design and […]
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Ready to unlock the secrets to the world’s most powerful search engine? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this essential free webinar: “How to Have Your Site Rank Well on Google.” Darren moves past the “magic tricks” and focusing more on the proven, data-driven strategies that Google uses to determine who gets the top spot and […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Are you a business owner or entrepreneur ready to take control of your marketing but not sure where to start? This hands-on workshop is designed to help you understand and implement the core marketing strategies every business needs to grow. In this session, we’ll break down the essentials and help you build a solid foundation to boost […]
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The right influencer can put your product in front of thousands of potential buyers. The wrong one wastes your money and time. In this session, you’ll learn how to find influencers who actually reach your target customers, vet them for authenticity and engagement quality, and structure partnerships that protect your budget. We’ll walk through influencer […]
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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 […]
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This in-depth webinar addresses a multitude of important topics regarding legal entities and other important decisions you will need to make as a business owner. One of the first decisions will include how the company will be structured. Because of this, we will cover the basics of regulatory filings that permit new owners to properly […]
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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 […]
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Faire has quietly become one of the most important platforms in wholesale, connecting thousands of independent brands with boutique retailers. In this session, you’ll learn how to succeed on both sides of the marketplace. For brands: how to set up a compelling storefront, optimize listings, and get discovered by buyers. For retailers: how to find […]
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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 […]
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9 workshops,
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This presentation is a guide to Government and Corporate Procurement for Small Businesses. This presentation offers a clear, beginner-friendly overview of the procurement process, explores special set-asides, and assesses readiness for participation. Ideal for small business owners keen on navigating the complexities of government and corporate contracts. Class Objectives: • Understand the nuances of corporate […]
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Are you looking to get into business ownership but don’t know where to start? Discover what type of business could leverage your professional acumen and have a team to support you build a successful company. During our webinar learn what type of businesses excelled through Covid and are Recession Resistant. Additional topics we will be […]
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IN – PERSON BMO and PCR SBDC: Budgeting for Start-Ups and Existing Businesses Startup Workshop Series – Compton Focus PART 2 BMO and PCR SBDC invite you to the launch of Budgeting for Start Ups and Existing Businesses a new in-person workshop series designed to connect entrepreneurs with practical startup guidance and direct access to local banking […]
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Join the Long Beach SBDC for our Live Marketing Q&A addressing questions on how to effectively market and grow your business. SBDC advisor and Business Growth Strategist David Mitroff Ph.D. and Brad Pollak, Director of the Long Beach SBDC, will interact live with the audience via Zoom and answer questions covering a broad range of […]
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A simple financial model can be created using your company’s financial data (historical and/or forecasted). CFOs and financial analysts use financial 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 costs and how much money is available to pay […]
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New Hire Onboarding teaches you the many various mandatory new hire paperwork requirements and processes to successfully bring a new employee into your business in California. Doing it correctly from the beginning minimizes your risk of unintentional violations of the many State and Federal HR mandates. Instructor: Sara Nicholson (SBDC Advisor) brings over 25 years of HR […]
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6 workshops,
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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 […]
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AI chatbots have moved from clunky scripts to intelligent assistants that can answer customer questions, recommend products, and support sales around the clock. In this session, you’ll learn exactly what AI chatbots are, how they work, and what they can do for your business. We’ll cover the full spectrum of options: done-for-you platforms […]
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In this session, we'll explore the vital role marketing materials play in the procurement space. Learn website best practices and pitfalls to avoid, master the art of crafting tailored capability statements, and gain insights into crafting compelling intro emails and effective follow-ups after networking events. Refine your elevator pitch to leave a lasting impression. Equip […] |
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The New Rules of Social Media Presence: From SEO to AEO, From Algorithms to AI You are posting consistently. You are using hashtags. You are making reels. You are trying trends. Yet reach is unpredictable. Engagement feels random. Growth feels slow. Here is what changed: Social media is no longer just about search engines. It […]
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Is your website a dream or a nightmare for mobile users? Join SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant Darren Elliott for this high-impact free webinar: “10 Ways to Improve Your Site’s Mobile User Experience (UEx).” With over 60% of web traffic now happening on smartphones, a “desktop-only” mindset is costing you customers. Darren’s breaking down the essential […]
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Looking for an alternative to ChatGPT and curious about what Anthropic’s Claude can do for your business? In this practical 90-minute webinar, you’ll get an overview of Claude and learn how small business owners, consultants, coaches, and creatives can use it to save time, improve communication, and streamline workflows. We’ll explore how Claude can help […]
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Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners how to prepare basic corporate documents such as statements of information; holding director and shareholder meetings, preparing motions and minutes, voting requirements; and other corporate formalities required by the company’s bylaws, operating agreement or by law. REGISTER NOW
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A brief overview of Instagram. We will compare the benefits of the use of image, sliders, and video including reels and on grid posts. We will discuss real life examples – personalities, brands, and companies – who are using the native functionalities of this platform with Threads to build community, create engagement and increase sales. […]
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