Session 4 - Tuesday, January 31th | 3-4:30 PM During this session we will cover: Grow and leverage your business reputation Turn bad reviews into positive interactions for your business Review sites, the art of choosing the right ones for your business
Class Four – Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | 9 AM - 11 AM Understanding the fundamentals of business credit Understanding how lenders view your company from a financial perspective Preparing your company for debt capital – what do you need to do and what information do you need to provide to a potential lender
Are you interested in contracting with the Federal Government, State of CA, or Local Utilities and don't know where to start? This two-day webinar series is for you! By the end of this session, you will have a good understanding of what it means to be certified and how to begin the process of landing […]
Learn the steps you need to take when starting a business, how the legal form of your business affects your time and cost to launch, and discover the sources of funding available to existing and aspiring small business owners.
Session 5 - Tuesday, February 7th | 3-4:30 PM During this session we will cover: Tying it all together into a comprehensive market strategy Develop a buyer persona for VIP customers Create an overall content plan
Are you interested in contracting with the Federal Government, State of CA, or Local Utilities and don't know where to start? This two-day webinar series is for you! By the end of this session, you will have a good understanding of what it means to be certified and how to begin the process of landing […]
A well-written business plan can help focus your planning efforts and give potential lenders or investors a positive picture of your goals. Spend time with an experienced trainer to learn the steps to follow to make the writing process less tedious and gain insights on where to gather the information you need to write a […]
If you are a new or aspiring business owner, this workshop is a must! Learn the steps to starting your own business at the “How to Start a Small Business” workshop, presented by an SBDC Business Consultant. This introductory course will discuss informational topics such as Being an Entrepreneur, Business Planning, Small Business Financing, the […]
This workshop will provide step-by-step instructions to complete Metropolitan’s SBE certification. If your certification has expired or profile needs updating, these topics will also be covered, and the benefits of certification. Participants will need access to a computer, gross tax amounts for the last three years, and tax ID number in order to complete the […]
Helpful time management strategies may be just what you need to bring you a few steps closer to maximizing your productivity. We will cover: Working From Home Proven Time Management Strategies Delegation, Avoiding Burn-Out Accountability and so much more!
Class One - Thrusday, Feb 23, 2023 - 10-11:30 AM Understanding Bid Types: RFI, RFQ, RFP, and IFB Contract Types: FFP, Cost Type, Labor Hours, and more Class Two- Friday, Feb 24 - 10-11:30 AM Demystifying Invitations to Bid Learn how to deconstruct bid package documents Isolate pertinent information prepare a compliant and responsive proposal)\ […]
Class One - Thrusday, Feb 23, 2023 - 10-11:30 AM Understanding Bid Types: RFI, RFQ, RFP, and IFB Contract Types: FFP, Cost Type, Labor Hours, and more Class Two- Friday, Feb 24 - 10-11:30 AM Demystifying Invitations to Bid Learn how to deconstruct bid package documents Isolate pertinent information prepare a compliant and responsive proposal)\ […]
Start your morning off right! Enjoy your favorite morning beverage with information, motivation, and encouragement provided by one of our IEWBC business counselors.
The California state government spends approximately $10 billion annually on goods, services and public works. Do you own or work for a small business? Are you interested in expanding your client base? Perhaps you should look into the government sector. The State of California does business with numerous Small Businesses (SB) throughout the state, buying products […]
Stop sabotaging yourself and your business with your inner critic. Learn how to master the voice inside you that keeps you from succeeding. You'll learn how to overcome being your own worst enemy by silencing it... for good. In this workshop, we will explore how to conquer your inner critic's voice of fear, how to […]
Crear un negocio saludable como propietario de una pequeña empresa no es fácil. Esto es especialmente cierto para los empresarios de color y las mujeres. Únase a Asociación de Emprendedor@s,CalSavers, ConsultrEx y Small Business Majority para una presentación virtual sobre cómo proporcionar un trabajo de calidad a través de su pequeña empresa, para sus empleados y para usted. Discutiremos los […]
