The Small Business Development Center at USF offers free consulting and low-cost training in industry-specific areas to help your business grow and succeed.
Ultimate Business Plan
When: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Find out what kind of licenses you need, how to market your business, and why you need a business plan. Learn the research techniques behind identifying target markets, start assembling a marketing plan, develop financial projections using your marketing analysis to determine the economic viability of your business venture, and have your questions answered. This seminar includes a copy of “Ultimate Business Planner” software.
Business Taxes
When: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Learn what taxes are pertinent to sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations and the requirements for filing those taxes.
Internet Marketing: Optimizing for Results
When: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Nearly all consumers research products online before buying and the majority of the population uses some form of social media on a daily basis. Are you present at these potential consumer touch-points or are you leaving it all for your competition? Can you measure the success of your web marketing efforts? This interactive course covers a comprehensive range of options on the web, including websites, content management, search engine optimization, local optimization, paid advertising, email marketing, social media, tools & metrics, & more! You’ll gain insight to an extraordinary pool of resources & ideas to meet your business goals, delivered in easy-to-follow sections & steps. The knowledge & tools you gain from this course will allow you to start taking action immediately! If you have or want to optimize an online presence, this information is an absolute must for success. Attendees also receive a free copy of “The Small Business Owner’s Handbook to Search Engine Optimization – In Just 15 Steps,” and a comprehensive list of crucial website resources.
Credit Strategies For You and Your Business
When: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Attend this seminar and learn how to obtain and understand your personal credit report. Discover the importance of your personal credit scores and how they are determined. Learn how to improve your scores and correct errors that usually occur. Finally learn the importance of good credit and how it affects your daily personal and business affairs.
Starting Your Business
When: Tuesday, May 31, 2011 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Find out what kind of licenses you need, how to market your business, and why you need a business plan.
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