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March 2025

Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant

Mar 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Are you perfecting recipes?  Have you been told…you should open a restaurant after friends and family taste your creations?  Are you a chef dreaming of opening a restaurant?  “Restaurant 101 – Step by Step Overview on opening a restaurant is the opportunity to explore.  Starting with the menu, a plan, and profitability you can explore your dream before spending money.   Presented by Kevin McVearry, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012, with over 30 years of experience opening…

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Webinar – Contracts: The Basics (with live negotiating activity)

Mar 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will introduce small business owners to contract basics such as pre-contract considerations, basic contract terms to look for/include; typical structure and layout of contracts, “boilerplate” terms, liability and risk shifting; and dispute resolution. Webinar includes a live contract negotiation activity. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Mar 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 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 – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”

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

Come and join the SBDC and City of Santa Clarita for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) and (5/7,5/14, 5/21) and (9/10, 9/17, 9/24) and (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers?  Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips…

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Webinar – Introduction to Financial Basics for Business

Mar 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Free

SBDC & City of Palmdale Description: The webinar is participative and will introduce the importance of keeping accounting records to support and help the business owner strengthen their knowledge. ·                     Importance of Keeping Records of Financial Transactions ·                     An Accounting System ·                     Main Reports of an Accounting System – Balance Sheet and Income Statement ·                     Understanding the Chart of Accounts ·                     Overview of a Bank Reconciliation ·                     What the Financial Statements Tell Us REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Podcasting Mastery for Small Business Owners – Part 3: Marketing Your Podcast for Growth

Mar 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Podcasting Mastery for Small Business Owners - Part 3: Marketing Your Podcast for Growth Creating a podcast is just the beginning—now, let’s get it in front of the right audience! This session is all about growing and monetizing your podcast. You’ll learn how to promote your episodes on social media, repurpose your content into blogs and videos, and even use paid ads to attract new listeners. We’ll also cover monetization strategies, from sponsorships to leveraging your podcast as a business…

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Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”

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

Come and join the SBDC and City of Santa Clarita for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) and (5/7,5/14, 5/21) and (9/10, 9/17, 9/24) and (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers?  Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips…

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Webinar – Protecting Creative Works: Copyright Basics

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

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach small business owners how to protect legal rights in creative materials such as photographs, software, music, videos, website content, educational courses, books, and other publications. Attendees will learn the basics of copyright law; requirements for copyright protection; determining and transferring ownership; the benefits of copyright “registration”; “works made for hire” and important considerations for works created by employees and independent contractors; and how to avoid infringing the copyrights of others. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Rethinking Returns: Strategies for Seamless E-commerce Return Management

Mar 31 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

In today's competitive e-commerce landscape, a smooth return process can be the difference between a one-time shopper and a loyal customer. Dive deep into the world of e-commerce returns with us, as we explore the challenges and opportunities of managing product returns. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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April 2025

Webinar – Funnel Fundamentals: Mastering Top and Bottom Strategies for Effective Marketing

Apr 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

In the bustling digital marketplace, standing out is more crucial than ever. The key? Unique content that not only captures attention but also resonates deeply with your audience. Dive into the world of creative content creation tailored for e-commerce in this insightful webinar. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Introduction to Certifications – State of CA, LA County, City of LA and Federal

Apr 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

This webinar will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the importance and benefits of certifications. Participants will gain insights into certification programs and understanding the certification process in order to do business with State of California, LA County, City of LA and the Federal Government. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – “I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part I)”

Apr 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners the basics of California corporations, such as what is a “corporation,” special types of corporations, director and officer roles, bylaws, required and optional filings, duties and liability of directors and officers, common mistakes, and best practices. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – AI for Ecommerce Email Marketing: Strategies for Higher Open & Click Rates

Apr 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Discover how AI can supercharge your email marketing by creating personalized campaigns, perfect send times, and magnetic subject lines that dramatically lift open and click rates. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Image Mastery: Elevating Your Ecommerce Visuals with AI

Apr 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Learn to leverage AI to effortlessly create stunning product photos and engaging marketing visuals to boost conversions, increase customer trust, and set your ecommerce brand apart. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Accelerate Business Growth Through LinkedIn – Part 2

Apr 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

How about exploring LinkedIn to help accelerate business growth?  Come ready to learn tips and techniques: The six most important things to include in your LinkedIn Profile How to create a company page How to use LinkedIn for networking and to help grow your business Powerful LinkedIn marketing tips REGISTER NOW

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

Apr 10 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Free

The Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) certification offers several benefits to veterans with disabilities who are looking to establish or grow their businesses, including a 3% set-aside requirement by the State of California.  Join us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the DVBE designation and other Veteran designations/certifications. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – SB(Small Business) Certification

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

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 25% of contracting dollars being  awarded to certified businesses? REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

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

Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases.  Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening and operating…

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Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Corporation (Part II)

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

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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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: How to Start Your Business

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

Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea life. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series – 1:00 PM – 3:15 PM (including a 15 minute break)

Apr 10 @ 1:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Free

Part 1: How to Start Your Business (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM) Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea life.  Break 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Part 2: Finding Funding (2:15 PM - 3:15 PM) Explore a variety of funding types for your business.  Capital is critical for…

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Webinar – Veterans, Military and Spouses Series: Finding Funding

Apr 10 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 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 – What is SMS Marketing and How to Use it to Grow your E-commerce Sales

Apr 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Discover how SMS marketing can drive explosive ecommerce growth by reaching your customers directly on their phones. Learn proven strategies to boost conversions, reduce abandoned carts, and build lasting customer relationships through targeted, timely text messages. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – SEO Reimagined: How AI is Transforming Ecommerce Search Visibility

Apr 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Unlock the future of SEO for your online store by harnessing AI-driven strategies to outrank competitors, attract targeted traffic, and boost organic sales growth. Plus learn about the AI battle to control what you see on the search engines. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar-LSBE(Local Small Business Enterprise)/SL(Small Local Business) and SLBE(Small Local Business

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

Participants will receive a step by step guide on how to register with Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles vendor registration systems, as well as understanding how to complete the applications. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Demystifying E-commerce Sales Tax

Apr 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Confused about ecommerce sales tax? You're not alone. Join us to simplify sales tax compliance, understand your responsibilities, and gain confidence to navigate taxes effectively as your online store grows. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Chatbots & Customer Care: Enhancing Your Ecommerce Customer Service with AI

Apr 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Transform your customer service with AI-powered chatbots that instantly handle inquiries, improve customer satisfaction, save costs, and turn browsers into loyal buyers. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi   REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – AI Content for Websites & Marketing

Apr 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

  AI Content is being used by business owners to help author social media posts, blogs, articles, and now content for their website.  If you are using AI content to help develop your marketing content or are considering it, ATTEND this free webinar to learn the new guidelines today’s browsers are using to accept or reject AI content.   Presented by our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, this informative webinar is a must for those thinking of integrating AI content to their marketing plan. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Upcoming SEO Trends You Need to Know

Apr 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

You may not know this, but search engines are often changing their "rules" to keep up with trends. Trends like AI content, that have created a handful of new and interesting rules.  These new AI "trends" have search engines scanning and scoring your website content much differently now.  So, please register today, to hear Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott carefully explain these trends, and how you can leverage them to improve the visibility, ranking and credibility of your web content.…

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Webinar – Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

Apr 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?...Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some screening tips to help make it a bit easier? Learn about potential resources to explore, questions to ask for rating/ranking the…

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Webinar – LA County webVEN Registration

Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Description: If you are looking to do business with the County of Los Angeles, this webinar will give a step-by-step guide on how to register with the LA County registration portal, WebVen.  Register today to learn how you can begin your journey in doing business with the County of Los Angeles. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Doing Business Online: Electronic Contracts, Signatures, and Records

Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide small business owners with information for negotiating a stock (equity) purchase agreement such as conducting “due diligence,” determining the proper parties; securities law considerations; negotiating the purchase price, using an escrow company; promissory notes and security agreements, standard contract terms to look out for; and post-closing considerations. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – How to Use Video to Grow your E-commerce Sales

Apr 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Unlock the power of video marketing to boost ecommerce sales! Learn how to create compelling, conversion-driven videos—from product showcases to social media content—that attract customers and drive revenue. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Personalization Power: Winning Customer Loyalty Through AI-driven Experiences

Apr 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Learn how to captivate your customers with hyper-personalized, AI-powered experiences—from tailored recommendations to dynamic loyalty programs—that keep customers coming back for more. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi   REGISTER NOW

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May 2025

Webinar – Have an S Corporation?…Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees

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

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Have an S Corporation?...Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: ·       Reasonable Compensation ·       In compliance or not? ·       Options to Consider REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs – Part 1

May 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Unlock the full potential of your online store with our Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs webinar series (3-parts). Tailored specifically for new ecommerce business owners, this three-part series delves into the most effective digital marketing strategies and tools to boost your online presence and sales. From crafting compelling buyer personas to leveraging SEO, social media, and targeted advertising, learn how to attract, engage, and convert your audience into loyal customers. Each session is designed to equip you with the…

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Webinar – Amplifying Sales Through Social Media: Unveiling the Power of Social Selling

May 5 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

In this 1-hour webinar, learn how to turn likes into leads and followers into customers. Discover smart social selling strategies to boost engagement, build trust, and drive real sales across today’s top platforms. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – 8 Steps to Optimizing Your You Tube Videos Rank & Visibility

May 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

Videos have become an essential marketing tool for many businesses. Too often, it becomes hard to justify the time spent creating videos, because no one is viewing them.  Sound familiar?  Video content must follow certain search engines rules.  Do you know them? If not, you should join our SBDC Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott as he explains what those rules are, and the 8 Steps to Optimizing Your You Tube Videos Rank and Visibility. Best of all, they are steps you can do yourself! REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”

May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come and join the SBDC and City of Santa Clarita for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) and (5/7,5/14, 5/21) and (9/10, 9/17, 9/24) and (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers?  Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips…

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Webinar – Tips and Tricks to Creating a You Tube Channel

May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

    No question, YouTube is one of the most popular video-based social platforms around, and many business owners are using it to educate and establish credibility with their consumers. Are you gearing up to be a YouTube content creator?  Maybe you have been on YouTube for a while and want more traffic checking out your content. Attend this free webinar presented by our Print and Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, who will share key points about building a successful…

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Webinar – Enhance Your Marketing Strategy with SizeUp Santa Clarita

May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Webinar – SBDC Featured Presenter the City of Santa Clarita – Enhance Your Marketing Strategy with SizeUp Santa Clarita Join us for an informative webinar with a featured presenter from the City of Santa Clarita, where we will demonstrate how to use SizeUp Santa Clarita to help strengthen your marketing efforts and help effectively target key demographics. SizeUp Santa Clarita is a free online tool provided by the City of Santa Clarita that helps business owners identify key demographics, analyze consumer spending…

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Webinar – Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs – Part 2

May 7 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free

Unlock the full potential of your online store with our Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs webinar series (3-parts). Tailored specifically for new ecommerce business owners, this three-part series delves into the most effective digital marketing strategies and tools to boost your online presence and sales. From crafting compelling buyer personas to leveraging SEO, social media, and targeted advertising, learn how to attract, engage, and convert your audience into loyal customers. Each session is designed to equip you with the…

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Webinar – DBE(Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) Certification

May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

   Specialty Certification: This webinar will give you a detailed overview of the DBE application as well as the required documents Department of Transportation(DOT) will request.  Be aware of the additional benefit that 25% of all DOT contracts must go to DBE certified companies. Join us and learn how to apply. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Negotiating a Stock (Equity) Purchase Agreement: The Basics

May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide small business owners with information for negotiating a stock (equity) purchase agreement such as conducting “due diligence,” determining the proper parties; securities law considerations; negotiating the purchase price, using an escrow company; promissory notes and security agreements, standard contract terms to look out for; and post-closing considerations. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – The Power of Branding: Building a Strong Identity for Your Digital Business

May 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Your brand is more than a logo — it’s your story, your promise, and your competitive edge. In this 1-hour session, discover how to create a magnetic brand identity that resonates with customers, builds trust, and sets you apart from the crowd. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs – Part 3

May 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Unlock the full potential of your online store with our Digital Marketing Mastery for Ecommerce Entrepreneurs webinar series (3-parts). Tailored specifically for new ecommerce business owners, this three-part series delves into the most effective digital marketing strategies and tools to boost your online presence and sales. From crafting compelling buyer personas to leveraging SEO, social media, and targeted advertising, learn how to attract, engage, and convert your audience into loyal customers. Each session is designed to equip you with the…

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Webinar – AVTA and SBDC Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Outreach and Training

May 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Free

Come and join the Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to learn about resources available to help your business prepare, explore and pursue Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement opportunities.  The goal is to help the Small Business Community participate in the local economy where local businesses can provide their services and/or supplies to the AVTA for a contract or other procurement opportunity.  Opportunity examples include construction, specialty contractors, manufacturing, digital signage, wholesalers, furniture, architectural services, landscaping…

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Webinar – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”

May 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come and join the SBDC and City of Santa Clarita for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) and (5/7,5/14, 5/21) and (9/10, 9/17, 9/24) and (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers?  Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips…

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Webinar – Niche to Riches: How to Find and Own Your Ecommerce Market

May 14 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free

Success doesn’t come from serving everyone — it comes from dominating your niche. In this 1-hour webinar, learn proven strategies to identify profitable niches, position your brand as the go-to authority, and build a loyal audience eager to buy. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Fundamentals of Food Businesses

May 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Fundamentals of Food Businesses gives an overview on the various food business models. From Cottage Food Law (which allows preparing approved foods at home) to full-service restaurants and everything in between. This webinar will allow attendees to explore their ideas and think about different business models for their food business dream, and show steps to each with easily explained phases.  Presented by Kevin McVearry, Business Advisor with the SBDC since 2012, with over 25 years of experience opening and operating…

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Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

May 15 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – The Art of Conversion: Key Strategies to Turn Visitors Into Shoppers

May 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

In this 1-hour webinar, discover proven tactics to turn more browsers into buyers. Learn how to optimize your site, build instant trust, and guide visitors smoothly to purchase with strategies that boost conversions and revenue. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – The Bundle Blueprint: Crafting Deals Customers Can’t Resist

May 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Want bigger carts and happier customers? This 1-hour webinar shows you how to craft high-value product bundles that increase average order value, move more inventory, and create buying experiences your customers can’t pass up. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Search Engine Optimization – What You Need to Rank Well with Browsers

May 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

If only there was a webinar that would share tips on how to optimize your business site with search engines.  Well, this webinar is designed to do just that and more!  Spend an hour with our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, as he shares the Do's and Don'ts you need to know, to rank well with today's search engines.  This is an easy-to-understand webinar, loaded with SEO tips YOU will be able to do yourself. Register today! REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 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 – “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series”

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Come and join the SBDC and City of Santa Clarita for the “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” on (3/5, 3/19, 3/26) and (5/7,5/14, 5/21) and (9/10, 9/17, 9/24) and (11/12, 11/19, 11/26) from 12:00-1:00 pm. Are you in business, with a local presence and interested in finding out more about how to increase and attract potential new customers?  Are you a newly launched business building brand recognition with some online presence? Attend one or more sessions to learn tips…

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Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? This 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 Come ready with your questions. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Elevating Your E-commerce Success: Building an Effective Rewards Program

May 21 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free

Loyal customers are your best customers. In this 1-hour session, you’ll learn how to design a rewards program that keeps buyers coming back, boosts customer lifetime value, and turns casual shoppers into brand advocates. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Restaurant 101 Step by Step Overview on Opening a Restaurant

May 22 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Are you perfecting recipes?  Have you been told…you should open a restaurant after friends and family taste your creations?  Are you a chef dreaming of opening a restaurant?  “Restaurant 101 – Step by Step Overview on opening a restaurant is the opportunity to explore.  Starting with the menu, a plan, and profitability you can explore your dream before spending money.   Presented by Kevin McVearry, a Business Advisor for the SBDC since 2012, with over 30 years of experience opening…

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Webinar – Home Improvement Contracts: The Basics

May 22 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will provide the legal requirements for “home improvement contracts” used by roofers, flooring companies and other contractors regulated by the California State License Board (CSLB), such as homeowner 3-day, 5-day and 7-day cancellation rights, using “home improvement salespersons”; and insurance, workers compensation and other mandated disclosures. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Localize to Optimize: Mastering Local SEO for E-commerce Success

May 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Don’t just compete globally — win locally. In this 1-hour webinar, discover how to harness the power of local SEO strategies to attract nearby customers, boost foot traffic (if you have a local presence), and outperform your competition. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Designing for Success: E-commerce Website Layout and Design Essentials for Beginners

May 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Your website is your storefront — and first impressions matter. In this beginner-friendly 1-hour session, learn the key design principles, layout strategies, and UX best practices that turn browsers into buyers. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant

May 28 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Are you potentially liable or financially exposed?...Screening Tips for Exploring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper, Accountant Have you filed a business tax return?  Will you file a business tax return?  Are you potentially liable or financially exposed due to your business tax return? Thinking about hiring a Tax Preparer, Bookkeeper or Accountant and would like some screening tips to help make it a bit easier? Learn about potential resources to explore, questions to ask for rating/ranking the choices,…

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Webinar – Intellectual Property (IP): The Basics

May 29 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most important sources of revenue for businesses. It is also one of the greatest sources of liability and revenue loss. Companies of all sizes must be aware of how to create, protect and enforce their IP and related rights, as well as how to help prevent or help reduce the risk of IP infringement claims and litigation. This presentation will educate small business owners on the basics of intellectual property-copyrights,…

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June 2025

Webinar – 8 Things to Know & Remember About Keyword Strategies

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

  You don’t have to be web savvy to know how to develop good keyword strategies for your website. but you will want to know the 8 key points to keep in mind before you take on the task. Join Darren Elliott for this presentation, where he will show you just how keywords work, and how you can strengthen each keyword to lead the right consumer to your website.  Sign up today and be on your way to putting a…

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Webinar – New Commercial Lease Law Affecting Small Business, Effective 1-1-25

Jun 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Free

Come and learn about SB 1103, California's new commercial lease law effective 1-1-25.  It creates new obligations for commercial landlords leasing to "qualified commercial tenants" such as restrictions on operating costs/tax expenses, mandatory notices for certain rent increases, mandatory language translation in some instances, and notice requirements for certain lease terminations. This webinar will help explain the new rules and provide guidance for commercial landlords and qualified commercial tenants. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – 7 Steps to Maintaining Your WordPress Website

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

WordPress maintenance can be a confusing to some, and expensive to others who may be relying on a developer to maintain their WordPress website.  If this sounds familiar, join Darren Elliott our Digital Marketing Specialist who will show you what you can do yourself, to improve your site performance, your search engine optimization, even your web traffic!  Reserve your spot today! REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Have an S Corporation?…Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees

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

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Have an S Corporation?...Find Out About the Required Reasonable Compensation for Shareholder Employees Wondering about reasonable compensation for the services that you provide as the S Corporation shareholder and employee? Come ready to learn about: ·       Reasonable Compensation ·       In compliance or not? ·       Options to Consider REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Jun 11 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 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 – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Jun 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? This 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 Come ready with your questions. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Are you Sitting on a Goldmine? Discover the Value of Your Company’s IP

Jun 12 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Presenter: Erica Bristol 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 Introducción (español)

Jun 12 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW Este seminario web está dirigido a personas que no tienen experiencia financiera y desean comprender mejor las características de WAVE, junto con los conceptos básicos de contabilidad. Cubriremos cómo navegar por la herramienta, realizar configuraciones e introducir brevemente las opciones del menú principal. Nuestro objetivo principal será generar confianza y ayudarle a sentirse más seguro al utilizar la herramienta.

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Webinar – Monetizing Your You Tube Channel

Jun 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Do you want to monetize your You Tube Channel? If so, reserve your spot for this webinar today, to join our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott as he discusses You Tube's monetization programs and their requirements. This informative webinar will help you decide which monetization program would be best for you.  This webinar will discuss YouTube's AdSense program, their Sponsorships and Brand Deals, as well as their Affiliate Marketing and Fan Funding programs. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Roadmap to Unlock Taxation for Corporations and LLCs

Jun 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Instructor: Charles Yacoobian LLCs, S-Corps and C-Corps each have their own income tax implications and compliance requirements. Learn how it impacts you as a member of an LLC or shareholder in a corporation (S or C ). REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Business Planning #1

Jun 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          Marketing Plans          Advertising Strategies          Financials – Overview REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – How to Start Your Business

Jun 25 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Learn to start, run and grow your business. This workshop covers critical topics such as business development, market research, business entities and so much more. Don’t waste another minute, join us in learning how to bring your entrepreneurial idea to life. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – I Filed the Articles, Now What? Next Step for Running a Limited Liability Company

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

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will teach business owners the basics of owning and running a California limited liability company or “LLC,” such as what is an “LLC,” management, operating agreement basics, required and optional filings, member duties and liability, common mistakes, and best practices. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – WAVE Introduction

Jun 26 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

WAVE Introduction: This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of WAVE's features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool. REGISTER NOW

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July 2025

Webinar – Business Planning #2

Jul 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

REGISTER NOW Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          Marketing Plans          Advertising Strategies          Financials – Overview

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Webinar – Live Shopping 2025: Turning TikTok, IG, and Amazon Live into Revenue Streams

Jul 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

The future of ecommerce is live. Discover how small shops are cashing in with TikTok Live, Instagram Live, and Amazon Live — no fancy studio needed. Get scripts, simple tech setups, and proven hooks to boost real-time sales and repurpose your live streams for repeat revenue. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Finding Funding

Jul 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW 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…

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Webinar – Claims and Lawsuits: Litigation Basics

Jul 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

  Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will explain various aspects of litigation small business owners should know, such as determining legal rights, sending “cease and desist” and other demand letters, stages of litigation such as the summons and complaint, discovery, motions, trial, judgement, and appeals, hiring a litigator, barriers to litigation such as “statutes of limitation,” litigation costs, and settling lawsuits before trial. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – WAVE Transacciones Comunes (español)

Jul 3 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW Este seminario web está diseñado para aquellos que no tienen experiencia financiera pero han asistido a nuestro seminario web introductorio. Utilizaremos ejemplos sencillos para demostrar cómo gestionar transacciones comerciales básicas, como facturación, compras, importación y conciliacion de transacciones bancarias. Nuestro principal objetivo es ayudarle a sentirse mas comodo y seguro al utilizar la herramienta generando confianza.

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Webinar – AI-Powered Content Engine: How to Repurpose, Personalize & Scale Your Ecommerce Marketing

Jul 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Stop writing from scratch every time! Learn how to turn one piece of content into emails, product blurbs, social posts, and ads using AI. This session shows you simple workflows and free tools to multiply your reach — without multiplying your workload. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Legal Issues in Marketing and Promotion

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

Presenter: Erica Bristol 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 Common Transactions

Jul 10 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW This webinar is designed for those who do not have a financial background but have attended our introductory webinar. We will use simple examples to demonstrate how to manage basic business transactions such as invoicing, purchasing, importing, and reconciling bank transactions. Our main goal is to help you feel more comfortable and confident when using the tool by building trust.

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Webinar – Visual & Voice Search: How to Future-Proof Your Ecommerce SEO

Jul 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

Shopping isn’t just typing anymore — it’s snapping photos and asking Siri. This session breaks down how to prep your store for visual and voice search so you show up when people say, “Where do I buy this?” Easy SEO tweaks, real demos, and a peek at tools like Google Lens. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – The Difference Between Local SEO vs Small Business SEO

Jul 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Free

Are you like many business owners wanting to know how to increase your search engine ranking and visibility, in your local area? If so, here is a helpful and informative webinar, made just for you. Our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, will explain the difference between Local and Small Business SEO, and what it takes to develop a solid search engine presence within your local target area.  After attending Darren's easy-to-follow webinar, you will be able make these improvements yourself. …

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Webinar – 8 Steps to Improving Your Business’ Local SEO

Jul 16 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

Local SEO (Search Engine Optimization) has become an essential marketing strategy for those who draw most of their business from a local area or community. Local SEO, when done correctly, can bolster online visibility significantly in a select area. Thus, making it easier to connect local consumers to the local business. Sound like a strategy you want for your business?  Then, join our Digital Marketing Specialist, Darren Elliott, as he shares ethical Local SEO methods that will increase search engine visibility, in and around your market area.  Best of all, these…

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Webinar – Privacy Policies and Terms of Use: The Basics

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

Presenter: Erica Bristol This webinar will discuss the importance of privacy policies and terms of use in ecommerce; relevant state, federal and international privacy laws; drafting a privacy policy and terms of use; and how privacy policy and terms of use clauses can reduce liability. REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – QuickBooks Online Introducción (español)

Jul 17 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW Este seminario web está dirigido a personas que no tienen experiencia financiera y desean comprender mejor las características de QuickBooks In línea, junto con los conceptos básicos de conta bilidad. Cubriremos cómo navegar por la herramienta, realizar configuraciones e introducir brevemente las opciones del menú principal. Nuestro objetivo principal será generar confianza y ayudarle a sentirse más seguro al utilizar la herramienta.

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Webinar – Business Model #1

Jul 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

REGISTER NOW 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: · Business Idea to Business Model · Introduction to the Business Models · Steps to Define, Design…

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Webinar – Easy AI Product Photos: Create, Edit & Upgrade Your Images Without a Pro

Jul 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Free

    Bad photos kill sales — but pro shoots cost $$$. Learn how to use AI tools to remove cluttered backgrounds, add lifestyle scenes, and even generate new images that wow shoppers. Perfect for side hustlers on a budget. Instructor: Ramin Ramhormozi REGISTER NOW

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Webinar – Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Jul 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW 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: • Learn the Steps from Business…

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Webinar – QuickBooks Online Introduction

Jul 24 @ 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW This webinar is aimed at individuals who are not from a financial background and wish to gain some understanding of QuickBooks Online's features, along with basic accounting concepts. We will cover how to navigate the tool, make configurations, and briefly introduce the main menu options. Our primary focus will be to build trust and help you feel more confident while using the tool.

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Webinar – Business Model #2

Jul 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free

REGISTER NOW Come ready to work on your business in this two-part training.  Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics:          Creating a Business Plan          Goal Development          Business Development          Marketing Plans          Advertising Strategies          Financials – Overview

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Webinar – Explore Starting Your Home Based Business

Jul 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 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 – Entrepreneur/Business Owner Tools

Jul 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free

REGISTER NOW Lots to do and not enough time?  Come ready to explore tools and resources to help improve your business and maximize your time.

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Webinar – Tax Considerations for Home-based Small Businesses

Jul 30 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free

Instructor: Charles Yacoobian Operating a home-based small business and need some tax related tips/guidelines? This 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 Come ready with your questions. REGISTER NOW

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