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We are delighted to highlight free business development training resources for our community in our monthly newsletter. These free online workshops are offered by reputable organizations, such as SCORE, SBDC, and Google.
Please see below for a list of upcoming free online workshops that offer the knowledge you need to help you grow and maintain your business:
Small Business Tax Workshop
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
David and Rita will cover tax structure, state and federal taxes for small businesses, and home-based businesses. Your business structure can be the difference between a little or a lot of tax due!
Thurs., Feb. 1, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Selling on Amazon
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
Join us for an insider's guide to launching and scaling an Amazon business. You will get tips and strategies on many secrets from successful Amazon sellers.
Tues., Feb. 6, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Becoming Grant-ready
Improve your odds of winning grants! Learn to position your nonprofit for grant funding opportunities by initiating a series of deliberate steps.
Wed., Feb. 7, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
2023 Tax Filing Explained
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
Make tax time much less stressful. Wendi will share the benefits of working with an accountant who cares, a checklist of tax documents you will need before filing, an overview of business expenses and deductions, and tactical review of how to file your taxes.
Tues., Feb. 13, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Get Found on Search and Thrive Online
(from Google)
Get Found, Got Growth is a training program designed to help businesses improve their online presence and increase their visibility on search engines. Learn practical strategies to optimize your online presence and attract more customers.
Wed., Feb. 14, 11:00 AM - Noon
IRS 2024 Tax Updates
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
Become informed about changes for the 2024 Federal Tax year. Included will be information on how to handle SBA Disaster Loan proceeds, tax implications of loan forgiveness, working from home deductions, and much more.
Thurs., Feb. 15, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Exploring Government Contracting - What's it all about?
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
This is a basic introduction and orientation to the world of government contracting. Learn more about whether expanding or diversifying your business in this sector is a good strategic move for you, and what it is going to take to make a go of it. Learn what to expect and what it takes to do business with local, state, and federal government agencies.
Tues., Feb. 20, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Marketing Plan 101
Don’t be overwhelmed by all the choices for marketing your business and where your time and money would be well spent. Without a plan in place, you could waste thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours trying to grow your business.
Thurs., Feb. 22, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
A Beginner’s Guide to Beautiful Websites
Transform your website experience from daunting to delightful in just one interactive session!
Tues., Feb. 27, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Build and Leverage Credit to Get Financing & Grow Your Business
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
A strong credit score can help you qualify for a business credit card, an SBA loan, or other types of funding that take the owner’s personal credit into account. But if you’re not careful, your business can hurt your credit scores.
Tues., Feb. 27, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Mastering WordPress for Small Business Owners
(Sponsored by Cedar Park Library)
Unlock Digital Success by learning to use WordPress, a web content management system, and a leading tool for creating and editing websites. Elevate your online presence and empower your business.
Wed., Feb. 28, 6:30-8:00 PM
Contract Basics for Business Owners
Contracts protect businesses from all types of risks. Jennifer Ward will discuss concepts and vocabulary every business owner should know as they review and enter contracts.
Thurs., Feb. 29, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Demystifying Taxes for Small Businesses
(from Texas South-West SBDCs)
Learn the core tools and information that make tackling taxes and saving real dollars easier than ever. Registrants will receive a copy of "Small Business," which includes everything you need to know about managing your business.
Thurs., Feb. 29, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
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