SCORE: Start 2024 Strong With These Small Business Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has January webinars and live presentations to give you the tools to help your small business.
Small Business Essential Series–Evening Edition (Fee)
This 3-part series was developed to prepare you to make the decisions and plans needed to successfully launch and promote your business.
This live event webinar series begins Jan. 11. You can register for the series or for individual webinars. The series registration fee is $45, or you can sign up for free with a discount code from a SCORE mentor.
Don’t have a mentor? Request one now.
All webinars are taught by experienced certified SCORE Mentors. Webinars start at 7 PM.
• Creating a Quick Business Plan (01/11/2024 7-8:30 pm)
• Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan (01/17/2024 7-8:30 pm)
• Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business (01/18/2024 7-8:30 pm)
Bonus for Series registrants! Receive access to these two previously recorded SBE webinars:
• Setting Up a New Business Entity
• Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business
All registrants will receive access to the recorded webinar following each of the live events. If you must miss a session, you can watch it later.
Click here to register for the series.
Click here to register for individual webinars.
Federal Government Market Series (Fee)
In this 2-part webinar series starting Jan. 16, 12 to 1:30 PM, learn what’s required to be a federal supplier, how to register as a federal small business, where to find opportunities, and how to market your product/service to prime contractors.
If you are not already selling your product or service to the federal government, you may be missing out on a major market opportunity.
In these two webinars, you will learn what’s required to be a federal supplier, how to register as a federal small business, where to find opportunities, and how to market your product/service to prime contractors.
Register one to attend both sessions.
The series registration fee is $40, or you can sign up for free with a discount code from a SCORE mentor.
Don’t have a mentor? Request one now.
-Registering to Sell to the Federal Government Market (01/16/2024 12-1:30 PM)
-Selling to the Federal Government Market (01/23/2024 12-1:30 PM)
Both webinars are taught by SCORE expert business mentor and retired Northrop Grumman executive Karen Williams.
All registrants will receive access to the recorded webinar following each of the live events. If you must miss a session, you can watch it later.
Click here to register for the series.
Click here to register for individual webinars.
Free webinars in January
Small Business Tax Talk
On Jan. 9, from 11:30 to 1 PM, this webinar will provide education and tax tips to help small business owners take advantage of the benefits the tax system offers and minimize tax liability.
Topics covered:
- Key changes in tax law impacting small business owners in 2024
- The most important things to do as a small business owner to take advantage of the benefits the tax system offers.
- The most important pitfall to avoid is minimizing tax liability issues.
- Entity Options and Tax Implications
- Sole Proprietor
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Partnerships and Corporations
- Answer burning tax questions
About the presenters
Shana Holcomb is currently a Senior Tax Analyst and has been with H & R Block for 20 years. She is certified as an Annual Filing Season Preparer by the IRS.
She is Small Business Certified through H & R Block, specializing in Sole Proprietorship and LLCs. She also specializes in military, retirement, and multi-state returns. She does her best to translate the tax code for her clients in a way that makes sense.
Edward Marden has 30 years of experience at H&R Block. He holds an Advanced Small Business Certification and serves as a Senior Tax Analyst.
Alongside his H&R Block career, he is also a small business owner, managing a bustling campground during the summer months.
How To Start an Online Store – An E-commerce Business Guide
Learn how to build a thriving e-commerce business at this free webinar Jan. 9 at 1 PM.
Join up to dive into the essential elements of starting and managing an online store. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to expand online, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge needed to create a thriving e-commerce business.
An expert presenter will help ensure your online store is set up for long-term success by guiding you through building and growing an e-commerce business.
You’ll learn:
- How to research your product idea
- How to select a platform
- How to create a website
- How to get your first sale
- How to measure success (KPIs)
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Amber Jackson is founder and CEO of Hyper Harvest LLC.
How to Sell by Building Relationships
Sales doesn’t have to feel pushy, and you don’t need to be the “sales type” to successfully sell.
Selling is a skill, not a personality type: everyone can learn how to be successful at it. In this free webinar, Jan. 10, 12 to 1:30 PM, SCORE experts teach entrepreneurs how to sell by developing relationships so as to better understand their client’s needs and work with them to craft a solution that meets those needs.
This webinar is targeted to entrepreneurs who sell services to businesses, government clients, or those who sell large consumer products or services where the sales process typically includes a meeting and written proposal.
This webinar walks through specific activities to follow throughout the sales process:
- Steps you need to take before the sales meeting to set you up for success, including how to do your homework on the prospective buyer
- Mechanics of running a successful sales meeting where you build relationships with your buyers and gain the information you need to craft a winning solution
- Activities to follow after the meeting to close the sale
Download the webinar presentation. (Available 12 hours to 24 hours before the webinar)
The Corporate Transparency Act – What Small Businesses Need To Know
Find out the new compliance rules for small businesses in 2024 at this free webinar Jan. 10 at 1 PM.
Whether you’re considering starting a business or are already a business owner, you need to be aware of The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which introduces new compliance requirements for small businesses in 2024.
In this webinar, we’ll break down the key provisions of the CTA, the purpose of this new law and how it might impact your business. We’ll also guide you through the compliance requirements and reporting procedures to ensure you meet the deadlines.
Learning objectives:
- What is the Corporate Transparency Act, and who must comply
- What, how and when is Information to be Reported?
- Preparing for compliance and penalties for non-compliance
- What is the impact on Small Businesses
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
Latest Bank Fraud Trends Affecting Business Customers4
Don’t let the ever-present threat of bank fraud endanger your business’s financial health. On Jan. 11, 12 to 1 PM, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and strategies necessary to guard your assets against the latest bank fraud trends. Join up for an enlightening presentation on:
- Up-to-date Threat Intelligence: Stay informed about the most recent bank fraud trends threatening businesses today. Knowledge is your best defense.
- Unmasking Fraud Techniques: Learn about the methods employed by fraudsters to compromise business assets and discover how to detect and prevent these attacks.
- Safeguarding Your Assets: Gain practical strategies and cybersecurity insights to fortify your business against bank fraud, plus essential fraud prevention measures.
- Expert Guidance: Benefit from the wisdom of industry experts who will share their insights and experience.
How To Start A Business Using A Free SCORE Mentor
On Jan. 11, at 1 PM, hear real success stories from SCORE Mentors as well as the clients that they helped.
Starting a small business is always challenging, especially if you lack business experience. At SCORE, there are free expert business mentors who can help you start, grow, and succeed in your dream of small business ownership.
You’ll learn about:
- How a SCORE mentor can help you start and grow your business.
- How to find the right mentor for your business using SCORE’s extensive, nationwide network of business experts.
- How SCORE mentorship works and how having a SCORE mentor on your side sets your new business up for success.
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenters
Mark Krosse and Cynthia Rhodes are both SCORE Mentors.
A Due Diligence Check List for Starting a Business
On Jan. 16, from 12 to 1 PM, Steve Lauterback, a Certified Northwest NJ Mentor, will present all the components you will need to successfully start and run a new business. This in-depth webinar will cover:
- What you can expect in the first 12 months.
- Business profiles,
- Financial Information & Projections
- Marketing, Sales & Distribution
As well as many more topics. Join up and come prepared to ask questions of this business leader in real time!
The Basics of Money Management
Learn how to improve your financial management skills at this free webinar Jan. 16 at 1 PM.
Whether you are looking to start a business or existing small business owner, understanding how to manage your finances is the foundation for making sound business decisions and reaching your goals.
In this webinar, an expert presenter will help you enhance your financial management skills so you can chart your course into the future, adjust your direction when needed, and reach your business goals.
Learning objectives include:
- The benefits of financial management
- Budgeting
- Bookkeeping
- Financial statements
- Business Financing
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Will Meikle is a SCORE mentor.
Sponsored by the National Bankers Association Foundation.
2024 Hottest Business Ideas, Trends and Markets
See what is trending in business for 2024 so you can be ready for success this year in this free webinar Jan. 18 at 1 PM.
Don’t get left behind! 2024 is looking to be a strong year for America’s small businesses. To take advantage of these opportunities, you need to keep up with the latest business trends, startup ideas, and consumer behaviors or risk getting left behind.
In this webinar, we’ll talk about breakthrough small business ideas and industries that are exciting entrepreneurs in 2024 and how existing businesses can update their offerings to appeal to today’s new consumers.
You will learn about:
- America’s still-changing demographics
- Booming businesses
- Changing consumer behaviors and how to react
- Embracing all the “commerces:” e-commerce, m-commerce, and re-commerce
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Rieva Lesonsky is CEO of GrowBiz Media.
In-Person Event: Entrepreneurship–Is It for You?
Whether you are considering starting a new business, turning your side gig into a full-time job, or trying to earn an income from your hobby, this workshop on Jan. 22, 10 to 11 AM, at CareerLink PA Chester County, is for you!
Small business ownership comes in many forms. From starting a business, purchasing a franchise, or buying an existing business, there are some things you should consider; and some questions to answer.
This presentation is designed to introduce you to various aspects of business ownership to help you answer:
- Do I have the personality to “build my dream business”?
- How do I get started?
- What should I know before “jumping” in?
- Where can I go for support?
About the Presenter
David Callan is a SCORE mentor who spent nearly four decades in the Information Technology (IT) industry in various executive leadership roles, both in sales and operations, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to venture capital-backed start-up companies. As a business mentor, he assists clients in developing business ideas and enhancing existing companies to become a thriving small and growing business.
CareerLink PA Chester County is located at 479 Thomas Jones Way 500 in Exton.
How to Navigate the SBA to Obtain Financing
The Small Business Administration offers potential borrowers direction in finding a lender, and guidance on what their responsibilities may be.
In this webinar on Jan. 23, 11:30 to 1 PM, potential borrowers will learn:
- Which SBA Lenders are right for you (Lender Match, and how about your current financial institution)
- What are Micro Lenders, and what do they offer?
- What’s the difference between 7a and 504 loans?
- Other SBA resources are available online to prepare for meeting with a lender – a great place to begin your homework.
7 Simple Ways to Protect Yourself Legally When Starting a Business
Learn seven steps you can take to keep your business on solid legal ground in this free webinar Jan. 23 at 1 PM.
In this webinar, you will learn seven smart steps you can take as an entrepreneur to keep your business on solid legal ground, from building a foundation to maintaining compliance.
Charley Moore, CEO and founder of Rocket Lawyer will break down these simple practices that can help you confidently run your business. Instead of looking back and being weighed down by legal question marks, you can look forward to bringing your dream to life.
Learning Objectives:
- How to build the right legal foundation from the start
- How to protect yourself and your assets when starting a business
- How to ensure you are compliant in your state
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Charley Moore is founder and CEO of Rocket Lawyer.
Sponsored by Rocket Lawyer.
How to Create a Financial Plan – Financial Planning Basics
See the critical elements of financial planning so you can understand your business finances with this free webinar Jan. 25 at 1 PM.
Starting a business can be daunting, but creating a financial plan can help you make confident and informed decisions, giving you a better chance at long-term business success.
Join this educational webinar, where our expert presenter Phyllis Johnson, will break down the critical elements of business financial planning into simple terms so you are more informed, understand your numbers and can make better financial decisions.
You will learn:
- What is a Financial Plan and why it’s Necessary
- Benefits of Financial Planning for Your Business
- Financial Tools
- Basics of Financial Planning/Reports
- Steps to Creating a Financial Plan for Your Small Business
- Common Financial Planning Mistakes
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
Sponsored by the National Bankers Association Foundation.
About the Presenter
Phylis Johnson is owner and CEO of PKJ Consulting.
Using Blogs to Reach Your Target Audience
How does your business connect with ideal customers and turn them into loyal, forever clients? How does your business also stay engaged with them and promote good content? Through blogs!
Through this Jan. 25, 11:30 to 1 PM, learn the critical components of creating a successful blog and how you, the business owner, can utilize it to reach, retain, and grow your target market.
Key Learning Points:
(1) refine your purpose statement
(2) write killer headlines (select a blog engine/portal)
(3) structure a blog
(4) create eye-catching images.
Download the webinar presentation. (Available 12 hours to 24 hours before the webinar)
How to Gain Customers with a LinkedIn Company Page
Do you:
- Need to know how to build your LinkedIn company page?
- Want details on how to create your banner and logo images?
- Understand the differences from your personal profile?
- Want to learn about special features you can use?
- Need strategies and tips to leverage your company page to:
- Build awareness?
- Gain authority?
- Grow your business?
- Love free analytics?
- Know how to engage your employees?
If so, join this Jan. 30, 11:30 to 1 PM webinar with live demos so you leave with takeaways and actionable items whether you are a solopreneur, consultant, small business owner, side gigger, or are thinking about becoming one.
Download the webinar presentation. (Available 12 hours to 24 hours before the webinar)
How to Use Artificial Intelligence in Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
Understand different artificial intelligence tools you can use in your business in this free webinar Jan. 30 at 1 PM.
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a revolutionary tool for start-ups and small businesses. However, using AI successfully requires strategy and a good understanding of the AI tool’s applications, challenges and best practices.
In this webinar, our expert presenter will break down the different AI tools available to you and guide you through a six-step process for effectively deploying AI into your business operations.
You will learn:
- How AI functions and potential applications
- A six-step process for implementing AI tools in your business
- Actionable strategies for using AI in prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals to drive business growth and success
Whether you are an executive, a manager or an aspiring entrepreneur, this webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI’s transformative capabilities.
Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.
About the Presenter
Robyn Anderson is CEO of Jam AI.
Focused Networking for Business Success
On Jan. 31, 12 to 1:30 PM, elevate your professional connections and expand your business opportunities!
In today’s dynamic business landscape, networking has become an indispensable tool for success. Join up for an insightful webinar on business networking, where we’ll delve into proven strategies to cultivate meaningful connections and propel your business growth.
Webinar Highlights:
- Master the art of networking: Discover effective techniques to initiate and build rapport with potential clients, partners, and industry peers.
- Strategies for successful networking events: Equip yourself with the skills to navigate networking events confidently and make impactful connections.
- Building a strong personal brand: Enhance your visibility and credibility by crafting a compelling personal brand that resonates with your target audience.
Who Should Attend:
- Business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to expand their reach and generate new business opportunities.
- Professionals seeking to advance their careers and build a strong professional network.
- Individuals interested in learning effective networking strategies and techniques.
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your business networking skills and gain valuable insights to drive your business forward. Register for the webinar today!
About SCORE
SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer business experts. It is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow, and achieve their goals with a variety of SCORE New Year tools like webinars and workshops.
Make a difference as a SCORE volunteer.
Since 1964, it has provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs nationwide.
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has been operating since 1985. It has 100 dedicated volunteers today. They provide confidential mentoring at no charge. They offer business seminars, workshops, and SCORE webinars to benefit the local community.
SCORE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Find out more about January SCORE webinars and other small business workshops and webinars.
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