AdVentures - Creating a Path for Small Business
 ZSBD 1063
Ad-Ventures is a half-day program which will bring together, small business managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, educational institutions and State and local government. This program will explore resources to develop an environment to:
- Create jobs for small business
- Prepare aspiring entrepreneurs for success
- Improve the quality of life in our region
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AdVentures - Creating a Path for Small Business Speaker Series
ZSBD 1074
Entrepreneurship can be a wonderful way to build wealth and do something one loves without answering to somebody else. But a path to entrepreneurship is not an easy one. Visionary leadership, strategic thinking, ability to overcome adversity, frugality, sacrifice, creativity, and discipline are critical to the success of an entrepreneur.
There are many different paths that entrepreneurs have taken to become business owners. The first annual “Ad-Ventures—Creating a Path to Small Business” Lecture Series will highlight this wide range of different paths that small business owners took to start their businesses. Join us as the local accomplished entrepreneurs from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences share their stories of their paths to business success.
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Business Plan Writing - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 6011
Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. Committing your idea to paper in the form of a business plan not only increases your chances of obtaining financing, but also in keeping your business strategically focused. With the support of your instructor and a network of like-minded students, you'll work through all of the major components of a business plan and emerge with your first draft in hand. And most importantly, you will have completed the first-and most difficult-step on the path to small business success.
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Caterers, Secrets of - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 6014
Do you love to cook and plan parties? Then start your own catering business and make money doing what you love! In this course, you learn how to become an effective and reputable caterer. Learn the business and the tricks of the trade, including many delicious catering recipes!
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eBay, Learn to Buy and Sell - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 6013
Online auctions match buyers with sellers in a global marketplace for almost any item. If you've ever dreamed of working from home or just earning extra income by buying and selling goods online, our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way. You'll learn how to create titles that get noticed, how to craft advertising copy that sells items quickly and for top dollar, and how to create and upload photos of the items you are selling. You'll also learn how to safely conduct financial transactions, how to accept credit card payments, and how to pack and ship any item hassle-free. If you're a buyer, you'll learn how to value almost any item up for auction, how to get the best possible price, how to protect yourself against fraud, and how to compete effectively against other bidders.
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Employing Yourself
 ZSBD 1067
The day job has been left behind and the future of self employment seems wide open. Self employment isn't just about finding jobs, it's about making a career happen. The "Employing Yourself" Seminar provides an insight into a variety of small business opportunities such as becoming a contract employee, purchasing a business, opening a consulting practice, purchasing a low-cost non food franchise, opening a home-based business and etc. In addition, attendees will learn about funding opportunities from representatives from WECO Fund and SBA. Learn to employ and yourself and everything that it involves.
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Entrepreneur and Small Business Outlook for Veterans
ZSBD 1066
Informative two hour session on programs and resources available for veterans looking to start their own business.
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Exploring Entrepreneurship
ZSBD 1014
Starting a business can be a rewarding experience but you need to understand what it takes. In this 2 hour interactive program, you will learn the pros and cons of entrepreneurship; and how to answer the question, "should I be an entrepreneur." You will get lots of useful tips and information about additional resources that can help you start right. The program is taught by the Business Advisors of Cleveland, a group of successful entrepreneurs who offer a broad spectrum of business knowledge, such as the business plan process, marketing, strategic planning, selection of advisers (such as lawyers and accountants); and guidance in securing financing.
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Is Franchising for You
ZSBD 1024
The franchise business model is a dominant force in our economy. If you want to learn what a franchise really is, Joel Libava, local franchise expert and consultant, will share his expertise of the franchise industry. Topics will include franchise myths, facts, different types, investment amounts, loans, legalities, and proper research techniques all designed to help you lower your risk.
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Marketing Crash Course
ZSBD 1071
With competition increasing every day, along with the mounting pressures that characterize tough economic times, you need proven marketing techniques you can use to generate demand for your existing products and services. You also need an effective product development process to create new offerings. And, you need a marketing communications strategy that will penetrate your markets and open up profitable opportunities.
If you’re new to marketing and need a basic—yet thorough—overview, this course is for you. In just 4 sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals behind successful marketing. You’ll get a complete grounding in the essentials and begin to develop the skills and techniques necessary to become a marketer who can help their company develop a marketing orientation to enhance the bottom line.
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Publish It Yourself: How to Start and Operate Your Own Publishing Business - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 7021
Convert manuscripts into extra income by starting your own publishing company. Avoid common pitfalls that can slow the growth of your publishing enterprise. Learn how to format your works in a way that will save you hundreds of dollars. Find out everything you need to know to profit from your own publishing company: how to plan and design a cover, select paper, register your works, choose a printer, price your products, acquire barcodes, market your books, establish distribution channels, fulfill orders, and more.
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Social Networking Breakfast
ZSBD 1073
These days, it’s hard to ignore the growth of Social Networking and its effect on businesses and organizations. Yet so many entrepreneurs are having a difficult time navigating the landscape and achieving quantifiable results from their usage of Social Media. Several experts from around the region will be onsite to share best practices and tips on getting started (or being more successful if you’re already online) with social networking.
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Start Your Own Consulting Practice - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 6005
Do you have training or knowledge that could be useful to others? Have you ever considered becoming a consultant? This course is designed to help those who wish to set up a consulting practice get started.
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Start Your Own Small Business - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 1415
Learn how to take your dream of starting a business and put it into action. In this class, you'll learn everything you need to know about starting a business including start-up options, proven marketing techniques, unique financing options, and easy employee-management tips. You'll discover the secrets that separate the successful entrepreneurs from the struggling ones.
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Start/Operate a Home-Based Business - Ed2Go Online
ZONL 6002
Home-based businesses are the hottest business trend of the decade! Learn how to be your own boss and eliminate the stress of having a job. The benefits of working from home are endless! Earn what you deserve, and be independent.
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Starting Your Business - What You REALLY Need to Know
ZSBD 1065
This is a five hour primer on starting a small business. It is presented in modules covering all of the basic areas involved in a small business startup. Areas covered include, business structure, financial planning, cash flow, marketing, and financing. It is designed so that the perspective entrepreneur comes away with a good understanding of what they need to be doing in order to get their business off on a strong footing. The information presented is intended for all types of small businesses, service, manufacturing, and retail.
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