Business Plan Template for a Startup Business
Writing a business plan is an opportunity to carefully think through every step of starting your company so you can prepare for success. Read more
Start-Up Expenses
Nearly everyone who has ever started a business has underestimated the costs, and then faced the danger of running with inadequate capital reserves. Read more
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Module 1 - Startup Basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this module will teach you the basics. Read more
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Marketing for Your Business: slides from 2/18/16 at the Westlake Library
December 31: 2020’s Hottest Businesses, Markets & Trends
Discover the hottest new small businesses and industries, how to target different generations of consumers, the newest consumers, business trends and more. Read more
December 19: Quick Wins and Great Tools for Your Business to Gain Traction in 2020
This presentation will demonstrate a few short processes and give you insights on fast wins across multiple channels for any business. Read more
December 10: Technical Strategies for Your Non-Profit’s Success
The 4 C’s for a non-profit’s success will be shared, specifically as it relates to finding a software solution that meets your needs. Read more
December 5: Fun is Powerful - Transform Your Creative Ideas Into Innovation and Profit
Discover how every business under the sun can derive new energy—and create new innovative possibilities—by tapping into the principles of creativity. Read more
November 21: 7 Ways For Your Small Business To Make Money on Amazon
This webinar will share the 7 key ways your business can use Amazon as a channel to grow your revenue as a product or service provider. Read more
November 14: Year-End Tax Planning for Your Business
This webinar will discuss the continuously changing tax law landscape, from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to other legislation and IRS pronouncements. Read more
Startup Success Virtual Conference
The Startup Success Virtual Conference offered 9 webinars, one-on-one mentoring sessions, networking chat rooms, exhibitor booths, prizes and resources. Read more
The Startup Roadmap: Starting Your Journey
Congratulations on taking the first step towards starting your business! Even though many steps lie ahead, our Startup Roadmap can guide you along the journey. Read more
Developing a Business Plan
For a business to be successful and profitable, the owners and the managing directors must have a clear understanding of the firm's customers, strengths and competition. Read more
Determining Your Company's Legal Structure
This business workshop will provide an overview of different legal structures and help you decide which is best for your company. Read more