•How to Write a Business Plan
Know yourself and requirements for business success; goal setting; planning•Business Organization and Record Keeping
Laws; regulations; forms of business organization; financial statements and controls•Risk Management
Factors and coverage for insurable risks that each business owner should consider•Marketing and Sales
Key elements for a marketing plan, and sales techniques•Financial Factors and Sources of Capital
Determining capital needs; obtaining capital•The Library and Other Resources
Helpful hints on using your library, the Internet, SBA, and other business associations•Answers to Your Questions
This overview workshop offers keys to starting and managing business from senior SCORE® counselors and distinguished business professionals. Persons considering starting a business as well as established business owners should find this workshop helpful.
SBA programs and services are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis. Arrangements for persons with disabilities require at least a 30 day notice. For more information call SCORE® at (410) 266-9553 or E-mail us.
Special Workshops
Specific Business Topics
"Let's Prepare a Business Plan"
Everybody says: "do a business plan", but nobody tells you how. This session teaches an accepted approach, and you start developing your plan under the guidance of an expert. You will leave knowing exactly what you have to do to finish. The resulting plan not only will please your banker but will be your roadmap to success.
"Financial Management Basics for the Small Business Owner"
An established financial expert teaches you how to interpret and understand financial statements in order to successfully manage your business and minimize your taxes. Learn from a small business expert how to make your business more profitable.
"Developing a Marketing Strategy"
Improve your marketing and you will improve your revenue. We cover the topic from market research to sales with emphasis on how small businesses can best use tools such as advertising and trade shows.
A special benefit offered to all our workshop attendees is the opportunity to ask questions of SCORE counselors during the lunch break, thus getting a head start on our free counseling services. We have several SCORE counselors present during mid-day just for this purpose.
Please call our SCORE® office at (410) 266-9553 or E-mail us if your have any questions about workshops.
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