Quick Start Series
Are you early in your business startup?
Been running for a few years and facing unexpected challenges?
Need some direction?
The Quick Start Series is Your Convenient Solution!
Starting a business isn’t easy, but with a little help from your friends at LAEDA, we can get you on the right track. The Quick Start Series is made for busy entrepreneurs like you! This jam-packed series of five workshops, focuses on the challenges faced by budding entrepreneurs as they begin on their journey as well as established businesses who need help overcoming unexpected challenges.
The Quick Start Series is a 5 part series that provides a great opportunity for individuals who wish to learn how to start a business and for more experienced business owners wishing to learn best practices in operating a business. This event is free but you will need to register.
Schedule – The program is typically held one night per week for five weeks from 6PM to 8PM. The program is also offered via webinar. Check our program calendar for upcoming offerings.
CURRICULUM
ATTEND THIS PROGRAM TO LEARN:
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ABC′s of Starting and Building a Business
When starting out, it’s important to have full understanding of all the decisions you’ll need to make.
The first unit of the series, during ABC’s you’ll learn the in and outs of starting and operating a small business, the challenges you’ll face and the resources available to help you get started and grow!
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Creating a Plan of Action - Business Plan I
Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, having a Business Plan to guide your efforts is priceless.
Business Plan I outlines the various parts of the business plan and its role in applying for financing to expand an existing business or to start a new one.
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Creating a Plan of Action-Business Plan II
What are your true operating costs, what are you really selling, do you have a personnel plan?
You’ll be amazed by what you’ll learn about your business by answering these questions and more. Business Plan II takes you through the business plan and what you need to know about your business to be successful.
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Getting the Word Out – Marketing Your Business
Are your marketing efforts communicating your message to your customers?
Are you even fishing in the right pond? Marketing Your Business takes you through the basics of marketing, developing a marketing message and creating a marketing plan that will attract the customers you really want.
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Credit Management for Entrepreneurs
Having good credit can mean the difference between success or failure for a business.
Without it you can’t sign a lease, get terms with your suppliers and of course get a loan. This unit will teach you how your FICO score is calculated, what “events” affect your credit and strategies you can use today to start fixing your credit.
Does This Course Match Your Business Goals?
Consider the following when deciding to register for this course:
Operating a Side Hustle or Part-time Business
To get the most from the Quick Start Series, individuals should already be operating a part-time business of some scale.
Have the Goal of Transitioning to a Full-time Business
The Quick Start is designed to position clients to lay the foundations of a future full-time business.
Start Ups Welcome - But Experience is Important
If you are thinking about starting a business, one critical ingredient is your having direct experience in the industry you are planning to start a business.
Seasoned Business Owners Looking for Best Practices
If you are already in business, but don’t have the time to invest in an intense business course, the Quick Start Series will teach the best practices in strategic planning, marketing and access to capital.