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April 2023

Webinar – Increasing Sales – Secrets and Best Practices to Overcome Objections

Apr 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Looking for ways to increase sales?  Experienced a “No” from a potential customer?  Come ready to learn about increasing sales through attracting new customers.  Sales objections will be unlocked.  Tips and techniques to handle objections will be explored. Best practices will be shared, so you are ready to tackle the next “No” from a potential customer with the goal for a “Yes”. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Writing for Fun, Profit and to Promote

Apr 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Victor Benoun is an entrepreneur, speaker and author, having been published by traditional publishers as well as being self-published. He has used his writing as a means to promote his company and business as well as to create an additional revenue source.   We hope you will join us for this content rich webinar. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar: ABCs of Financing

Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Thinking about exploring financing for your business?  Are you prepared for the financing journey?  What documents will be required? Ready to apply for financing?  What is credit worthiness for the business?  Learn the 5 Cs of Credit and tips on preparing for the financing journey.     REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Finding Funding

Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Explore a variety of funding types for your business.  Capital is critical for all businesses.  The type of business, your capital needs, and additional factors may influence what you explore.  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 Funding, etc. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar: Legal Issues in Marketing and Promotion

Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

This webinar will introduce small business owners to legal issues in marketing and promotion, such as “puffery” vs. fraud and misleading advertising; steering clear of copyright infringement and rights of privacy/publicity; marketing by phone, fax, email, and text; using social media; differences in federal and state laws; legal protections in marketing; and legal penalties for noncompliance.   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – WAVE Boot Camp

Apr 20 @ 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm
Free

This boot camp is a comprehensive overview of the free accounting application designed specifically for non-finance people.  This boot camp is delivered in a lecture-style format and covers all the key features and functions.  Participants will learn how to use Wave for managing their finances, creating invoices, track expenses, and generating financial reports.  In two hours, the boot camp will provide a high-level understanding of the application, focusing on the most important aspects that participants need to know in order…

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Webinar – How Your Site Can Rank Well on Google

Apr 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

Why is your site not ranking well with Google, you ask? Whether it's Google or any other search engine, they all have web development rules that need to be followed. If you think your site can rank better, you will want to attend this webinar.  Presented by our SBDC Marketing and Web Design Specialist, Darren Elliott, will walk you through how to follow these rules, so search engines will pay closer attention to your site.   Sign up today, to…

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Webinar – Herramienta de FB e IG en un solo lugar

Apr 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Free

HERRAMIENTA META DE FACEBOOK E INSTAGRAM PARA TU NEGOCIO Nos complace invitarlo a nuestro próximo seminario web en línea sobre Meta Business Suite. Esta poderosa plataforma ofrece un conjunto completo de herramientas para ayudarlo a optimizar sus operaciones comerciales, aumentar la productividad y mejorar sus resultados.   Ya sea que esté buscando optimizar su contabilidad, administrar su flujo de ventas o mejorar sus relaciones con los clientes, Meta Business Suite tiene todo lo que necesita para tener éxito.   En…

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Webinar – How to Understand Google Analytics

Apr 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

As important as site analytics are to a business, there are many business owners unclear what the information means.  Totally understandable!  That is why our SBDC Marketing and Web Design Specialist, Darren Elliott, created this webinar, where you will not only be shown how to read the report, but understand what it means so you can make smart decisions for your website based on fact. Sign up today to reserve your spot to attend this very informative and insightful webinar.…

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Webinar: Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Apr 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? The webinar covers tax considerations for a sole proprietorship, LLC and S-Corporation.  Highlighted topics will include: Special Business Expense Deductions Self-employment Taxes Quarterly Estimated Taxes and More REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Intro to Certifications and Contracting Opportunities for Veterans, Military and Spouses

Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

The session will feature certifications and contracting opportunities as an option for Veteran, Military and Spouse entrepreneurs and business owners who want to diversify and expand their customer base. Participants will be introduced to resources to help with becoming certified to do business with the Federal, State and Local government and an overview of the process. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar: Buying and Selling a Business – What you need to know….

Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Free

This webinar will teach the basics of buying and selling a business, such as conducting “due diligence”- inspecting the financial records, contracts and business assets; determining the value of the business; preparing contracts and related purchase-and-sale documents; tax considerations; and knowing when to “walk away” from a deal. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Campamento de Quickbooks Online

Apr 29 @ 8:00 am - 10:15 am
Free

Este campo de entrenamiento es un programa de capacitación breve e intensivo diseñado para que personas no financieras aprendan a usar QuickBooks en línea. El campo de entrenamiento cubre las características y funciones básicas, incluida la configuración de cuentas, la gestión de facturas y gastos, el seguimiento de ventas e ingresos, la generación de informes financieros y la conciliación de extractos bancarios. El enfoque está en las habilidades prácticas, con el objetivo de brindar a los participantes el conocimiento y…

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May 2023

Webinar: Got Intellectual Property? Strategies to Explore

May 4 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

This webinar will discuss unknown and often underutilized strategies for exploiting the company’s intellectual property (IP), such as understanding IP as an asset; how IP can provide a competitive advantage; licensing for additional revenue streams; enforcement strategies; and sale of company IP. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – WAVE Boot Camp (Spanish)

May 4 @ 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm
Free

Este campo de entrenamiento logra una descripción general completa de la aplicación de contabilidad gratuita diseñada específicamente para personas no financieras.  Este campo de entrenamiento se dicta en formato de conferencia y cubre todas las características y funciones mas importantes.  Los participantes aprenderán a usar Wave para administrar sus finanzas, crear facturas, realizar un seguimiento de los gastos y generar informes financieros.  En dos horas, el entrenamiento brindará una comprensión de alto nivel de la aplicación, centrandose en los aspectos…

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Webinar – Google mi Negocio

May 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Lo invitamos a unirse a nosotros para un seminario en línea sobre cómo maximizar el potencial de Google My Business. Ya sea que esté comenzando o buscando mejorar su presencia en línea, este seminario web le brindará información valiosa y estrategias para ayudarlo a aprovechar al máximo esta poderosa herramienta de marketing.   En este seminario web, aprenderá cómo: Configurar y optimizar su lista de Google My Business Interactuar con los clientes a través de reseñas y mensajes Utilizar las…

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Webinar: Improving Employee Retention, Recruitment and Culture

May 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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 in…

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Webinar – Ways to Impact Your Sales and Increase Customer Engagement

May 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Have customers…are you reaching them?  Want and need customers?  Come ready to learn tips and techniques to help increase engagement and attract potential new customers using social media and other tools. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Tips on Creating Your Marketing Plan

May 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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

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Webinar – Google My Business

May 10 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

We invite you to join us for an informative online webinar on how to maximize the potential of Google My Business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your online presence, this webinar will provide you with valuable insights and strategies to help you make the most of this powerful marketing tool.   In this webinar, you will learn how to: Set up and optimize your Google My Business listing Engage with customers through reviews and messaging Utilize…

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Webinar: I Filed the Articles, Now What? “Next Steps” for Running a Limited Liability Company (LLC)

May 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

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 role, 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

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Webinar – QuickBooks Online Boot Camp

May 13 @ 8:00 am - 10:15 am
Free

This boot camp is a short, intensive training program designed for non-finance people to learn how to use QuickBooks online.  The boot camp covers the basic features and functions, including setting up accounts, managing invoices and expenses, tracking sales and revenue, generating financial reports, and reconciling bank statements.  The focus is on practical skills, with the goal of providing participants with the knowledge and CONFIDENCE to effectively manage their financial data. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – 7 Steps to Maintaining Your WordPress Site

May 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

As much fun as it is to develop a WordPress site, it does take a certain amount of knowledge to properly care for and maintain it.  In this webinar SBDC Digital Marketing Consultant and Web Developer, Darren Elliott will walk you through the key areas of the WordPress dashboard that pose the highest security threats, and require the most attention, to help keep things running smooth.  Maybe you are a DIY web builder, or you want to learn more to better manage…

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

May 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free

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 work life, this introduction will help you move forward towards entrepreneurship! REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – How to Strengthen Keywords Using Content Titles, Image Tags and Page Descriptions

May 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Ever wonder how to strengthen your site’s Keywords?  Ever wonder how search engines bring you up in search results or maybe, why they are not?  This is a good webinar to start with.  You will learn how to write effective Titles, Tags and Descriptions, and understand why this is so essential to strengthening the keywords you want your site to have. REGISTER NOW

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