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June – August 2021 Jun – Aug 2021
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Jun
24
Thu
CE- QuickBooks Advance
Tickets
Jun 24 @ 12:26 pm – 1:26 pm
Move your QuickBooks skills to the expert level.

Get more information on www.Collin.edu/CE

 

 

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Reasonable accommodations will be made to those individuals with disabilities, as well as to clients with limited English proficiency, who request such accommodations in advance.
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Categories: CE
SCORE: Increase Leaders from MY Website
Tickets
Jun 24 @ 12:26 pm – 1:26 pm
If you have questions on for to increase leads, this workshop is for you:
  • Why does my website produce few/no leads?
  • Can I improve the design of my website?
  • How to audit my website free?
  • Do I need social media to succeed, which ones?
  • How to avoid advertising PPC (pay per click) charges?
  • What topics should I advertise on PPC? Do I need a blog? 
  • Where on the web must I be listed?
  • What factors do Google/Bing use to decide which sites appear free on page one of a search report?
Here are some of the topics that will be covered: 
  • Analyze your web competition – see why they are beating you!
  • Determine optimum language for each page – what keywords rule!
  • Design each web page to be found – the 5+ repetition rule
  • Track your progress using ranking & other tools
  • Why Google analytics & alerts are critical and how to set up.
  • Monitor your online reviews (which are most important)
  • Set up your web footprint to be found
  • Keep up to date with the constant changes which occur
In addition . . .  Full notes and free tools will be emailed to all participants so you can easily apply the principles covered from home.
 
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Categories: SCORE Tags: financing SCORE
Jul
30
Fri
SCORE: How to Start Your Own Consulting Business
Tickets
Jul 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

What every Consultant should know about starting “your” own Consulting Business

You will receive the Zoom login information after you register for this event.

SCORE Dallas is presenting this Consulting Workshop for people who would like to start a consulting business on their own. Listen to our SCORE Certified Instructor who has done this on their own and can help you with all the details of setting up a consulting business the right way. 

We’ll talk about:

  • In the beginning….
  • Consulting in general
  • Having your own practice
  • Getting started
  • Key strategic elements
  • Major considerations
  • Management tips
  • Some fundamental issues
  • and… 

You don’t want to miss the opportunity during our, Question & Answer Session, for you to interact with the Instructor who can assist you with any inquiries or concerns that you may have pertaining to “your” particular Consulting Business.

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Categories: SCORE Tags: financing SCORE
Jul
31
Sat
SCORE: Funding Your Non Profit
Tickets
Jul 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

This Workshop is where you can learn how to research the various funding options that are available for your non profit organization. In addition, you’ll learn about the Fundraising laws, how to market on social platforms, and so much more! We can give some basic guidance in order to help you make your fundraising journey a success!

We will cover the following funding options:

  • Funding Your Non profit
  • Monetary Donations
  • In-Kind Donations
  • Service Fees
  • Unrelated Income
  • Grants & Grant Writing

Instructor:  Kevin Gilhooly, Certified SCORE Mentor

Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the

U.S. Small Business Administration 

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Categories: SCORE
Aug
4
Wed
SCORE: Buying or Selling a Business
Tickets
Aug 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
It may seem like a crazy time to buy or sell a business, but it’s happening!
 
However, buying/selling a business can be exciting but a daunting process. You’ll need to find prospective buyers or the appropriate business to acquire, prepare the business for sale & complete business valuations. Learn some steps & the important need-to-know basics.
 
You will receive the Webinar login information with your Registration Confirmation. Be sure to keep that information so that you may participate in the Webinar!

Why you should attend this informative Webinar…

For businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19, business owners, buyers and lenders know the initial impact of COVID-19 on the business and better understand how certain businesses can adapt and recover during the pandemic. From a lending perspective, the more months of performance we can review during 2020, the better the chance of obtaining a reasonable business value.

This 3 hour Workshop is designed to educate individuals interested in buying or selling a business. Key topics covered will be: 

·         Deciding to buy or sell a business

·         Finding the right fit

·         Planning for the transaction

·         Building a good team

·         Conducting the first meeting

·         Determining the business value

·         Writing the letter of intent

·         Performing due diligence

·         The final contracts

·         Case study using a real example

Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the

U.S. Small Business Administration.

   

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Aug
7
Sat
SCORE: How to Start a Non Profit -Live Webinar
Tickets
Aug 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

How to Start a Nonprofit

A live & interactive webinar!

YOU WILL RECEIVE THE ZOOM LOGIN INFORMATION THE DAY OF THE EVENT. This link is personal to you and only registrants will be allowed to attend following our Registrant checklist.

This Workshop will include:

  • How to incorporate in the State of TX (a step-by-step process)
  • How to complete the application for 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization through the IRS – Form 1023 EZ
  • How to STAY incorporated and remain a 501(c) tax exempt organization

 

Here is some important information you will need to know before registering for this Workshop:

You MUST have the latest version of POWERPOINT, MS WORD, and ADOBE ACROBAT for pdf to follow the hyperlinked instructions.
It is IMPERATIVE that you know how to use your laptop, all of its programs, and how to navigate through them; the presenter does not have the time or the technical skills to lend IT support and/or allow to disrupt the flow of the Workshop in order to assist you.

 

Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration    

Presenter:  Kevin Gilhooly, Certified SCORE Dallas Mentor

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Aug
11
Wed
SCORE: Advanced Business Plan Writing
Tickets
Aug 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Why a Business Plan is Important…
Writing and updating a Business Plan helps you organize your thoughts and assumptions about your business and write them down in an organized way.
 
You SHOULD use this as a checklist on an ongoing basis in managing your business. By documenting assumptions and milestones you can adjust actions to take to better manage your business. 
 
If you want to get a loan or raise money, the Business Plan is REQUIRED by any lender.
 
A business plan is very specific to each particular business. However, while each business needs a unique plan, the basic elements are the same in all business plans.
 
If you are currently writing and/or updating your business plan but found it to be a little challenging or not sure what to do next, then this webinar can help you move forward. 
 
By using the provided template, that will be illustrated during the live webinar, this will assist you in making sure that you are thinking about all the things you should be doing while managing your business.
At the completion of this module, you should be able to:
  • Describe the importance of a business plan
  • Identify the elements of an effective business plan, and..
  • Write YOUR successful business plan
We encourage you to prepare any questions that you may have ahead of time for the Instructor to address. This way, they will be able to answer your direct concerns that pertain to your particular business.

 

Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the

U.S. Small Business Administration

   

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June – August 2021 Jun – Aug 2021