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may 20, 2009
Seminar: Business & Legal Issues
A free Finance and Business Legal Issues seminar will take place Wednesday, May 20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Huron Area Tech Center in Bad Axe.
This blended course is an introduction to legal and finance issues small businesses face on a day to day basis. It is designed to guide prospective business owners in setting up the organizational structure that will help protect them from unnecessary legal challenges. Content covers the different types of legal entities that are appropriate for structuring and starting a new business. Tax and liability issues, along with basic elements of a contract, collections, licenses, registrations, employment and property issues, leasing and insurance are covered. In addition, this course introduces the basics of financial management, including how to start an accounting system and how to apply the information from key financial statements to help you manage your business. Accounting language including debits and credits, preparation of the balance sheet and profit and loss statement are explained. Cash flow analysis and breakeven are also covered with specific small business examples.
Pre-registration is required online at www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Events’ or call (989) 686-9597.
apr 28, 2009
Seminar: E Commerce – Introduction to Online Selling
A free E Commerce – Introduction to Online Selling seminar, offered by Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC), will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Sandusky District Library in Sandusky on Tuesday, April 28, 2009.
The basics of online selling are covered in this seminar, including the purpose and goals of a web site, understanding online shopping behavior, and key considerations for optimizing online operations. Web site development options, operating costs, policies and procedures, and search engines are key components. This course is not meant to demonstrate how to build a web site, but rather as a guide to the decisions that will ensure a productive online selling vehicle for small business owners.
Pre-registration is required online at www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Events’ or call (989) 686-9597.
apr 21, 2009
Seminar: Effective Customer Service and Communications
A free Effective Customer Service and Communications seminar is being offered by Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) Tuesday, April 21, 2009, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Delta College.
Even though this is the communications age, too many communications leave the recipient making assumptions that lead to poor productivity, low morale, and worse. Be clear, concise, and consistent in your message to internal and external customers of your business through proper and effective use of meetings, letters, memos, faxes, e-mails plus other activities and documents in communicating your business.
Pre-registration is required online at www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Events’ or call (989) 686-9597. Registration is limited.
apr 8, 2009
Seminar: How to be in Business for Yourself, But not by Yourself
A franchise seminar, "How to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself" is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 8th, at Saginaw Valley State University's Curtiss Hall.
The $20 cost includes a breakfast, lunch and materials. Attendees may pay cash at the door, but registration is required. To register and pay online, visit misbtdc.org.
apr 2, 2009
Free Seminar: Fundamentals of Starting a Business
A free Fundamentals of Starting a Business seminar will take place on the following dates and times:
Apr 2 -- Midland, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grace A Dow Memorial Library
Apr 16 -- Saginaw, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hoyt Main Library
Apr 22 -- Standish, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Michigan Works!
Apr 29 -- Bay City, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Michigan Works!
The seminar is for those who would like to start a small business or for those who would like to become acquainted with community and business resources. Topics include what it takes to start a business, where to go for information and assistance, the business plan and why you need one, licenses and permits, funding and the myth of “free money,” and resources available to help set up your business.
For more information about attending one of the free seminars at a location near you, other seminars, resources or to register online www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Event’ or call (989) 686-9597. Pre-registration is required.
mar 25, 2009
New Websites With a Small Business Focus
Five new websites have been added to the Resources page of our Roadmap. Each of these are focused on business.
Newssift.com is a new search engine that focuses on business information and finance.
Entrepreneur Connect, Marzar, Xing and Konnects are web sites for connecting with other entrepreneurs.
For more information about attending one of the free seminars at a location near you, other seminars, resources or to register online www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Event’ or call (989) 686-9597. Pre-registration is required.
mar 5, 2009
Free Seminar: Fundamentals of Starting a Business
A free Fundamentals of Starting a Business seminar will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grace A Dow Memorial Library in Midland on Thursday, March 5; at the Hoyt Main Library in Saginaw on Thursday, March 19; and at the Delta College Planetarium in Bay City on Tuesday, March 24, 2009.
The seminar is for those who would like to start a small business or for those who would like to become acquainted with community and business resources. Topics include what it takes to start a business, where to go for information and assistance, the business plan and why you need one, licenses and permits, funding and the myth of “free money,” and resources available to help set up your business.
For more information about attending one of the free seminars at a location near you, other seminars, resources or to register online www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Event’ or call (989) 686-9597. Pre-registration is required.
feb 5, Feb 19 and Feb 25, 2009
Free Seminar: Fundamentals of Starting a Business
A free Fundamentals of Starting a Business seminar will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grace A Dow Memorial Library in Midland on Thursday, February 5; at the Hoyt Main Library in Saginaw on Thursday, February 19; and from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Michigan Works! in Bay City on Wednesday, February 25, 2009.
The seminar is for those who would like to start a small business or for those who would like to become acquainted with community and business resources. Topics include what it takes to start a business, where to go for information and assistance, the business plan and why you need one, licenses and permits, funding and the myth of “free money,” and resources available to help set up your business.
For more information about attending one of the free seminars at a location near you, other seminars, resources or to register online www.misbtdc.org click ‘Training Event’ or call (989) 686-9597. Pre-registration is required.
jan 22, 2009
Course: Starting a Home-based or Small Business
The next 10-week program will begin January 22, 2008, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. The program teaches the basics of starting and running a small business. instructors include Kathleen Tenwolde and guest instructors form the professional community.
Classes are at the Hoyt Main Library, 505 Janes Avenue in Saginaw. Cost of the class is $100. Partial scholarships, based upon need, are available as well as flexible payment plan. Class size is limited so register early. For more information please call Kathy at 989.754.2486.
To download the flyer (Word document), see below:
New Spring 2008 Brochure
New Starting Homebased Biz Info
jan 16, 2009
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center at Delta College is pleased to present a three part workshop designed to help you build your business plan. The sessions are designed to discuss and develop an in-depth Business Plan for entrepreneurial ventures. The workshop is appropriate for both the expansion of an existing business and the start of a new enterprise. The workshop provides information and thoughts on the details necessary to develop a business plan that will help focus your attention and provide guidance in starting, expanding and maintaining a small business.
A workbook is included in the cost of the workshop that includes copies of materials to be presented, and reference materials covering considerations for starting up a business and preparing a business plan. In addition, a business plan template is provided in hard copy and electronic format for participant use.
Class size is limited, pre-registration is required and full payment deadline is Monday, Jan 12, 2008. Register online at www.gvsu.edu/misbtdc/region5, Training or MI-SBTDC 989.686.9597.
Three Sessions
Session One, Jan 16: Business/marketing strategies and focus
Session Two, Jan 30: Translation into financial projections
Session Three, Feb 13: Discussion and review of the business plan draft
Each session runs from 1pm to 4:30 pm.
Where: Delta College, H113
Cost: $79.00. Class size is limited.
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