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Virtual Volunteer Open House: Become a SCORE Mentor!
Are you a current or retired business professional looking to give back to your community? You can use your experience and knowledge to help foster the entrepreneurial spirit of... Read more
How to Vet ANY Business Idea Before You Spend Lots of $$$$ - 10/07/2020 - C0688
The SBA reports that 42% of new startups fail because they offer a product that the market doesn't need. In this low-cost webinar, you will learn how a few hours of brainstorming... Read more
How to Vet ANY Business Idea Before You Spend Lots of $$$$
The SBA reports that 42% of new startups fail because they offer a product that the market doesn't need. In this webinar, you will learn how a few hours of brainstorming and due... 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
September 22: Get Your Business Online in a Blink- Stress Free Ways to Find the Right Software
Tips for identifying the challenges with current software, evaluating multiple products, and accurately calculating the total cost of adopting new technology. Read more
September 29: Concrete Strategies to Boost Your Sleep & Double Your Business Impact
When we don't feel rested and energized, it directly impacts our life and our business. If you want to ramp up your impact today, it starts by getting sleep. Read more
October 8: How to Explain Your Products and Services with Infographics
Learn formats and strategies for tackling an infographic’s writing and development so that your customers can move forward with a purchase. Read more
October 14: Women-Owned Startups in Rural America - Learn About Useful Tools & Resources
This lively discussion will delve into the available training and resources for women business owners and entrepreneurs in rural America. Read more
October 15: Where’s The Money NOW? Position Your Business for the Future of Small Business Lending
Identify the crucial factors lenders are evaluating now, and steps you can take to position your business for financing in the coming months and years. Read more
October 20: Increase Your Sales with Online Reviews
Actionable strategies to increase sales and influence customers by increasing online reviews. Read more
October 22: Planning Tips to Make Your E-Commerce Business Thrive During Peak Season
Creative ideas for navigating through peak season and improving consumer experience to make it a prosperous peak season for your E-commerce business. Read more
October 29: Funding Options for Hispanic Owned Businesses in the "Missing Middle" Gap
Access to capital continues to be one of the major factors blocking the progress and growth of Hispanic business owners. Read more