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Experienced entrepreneurs offer their most valuable lessons-learned on a variety of essential topics.
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Entrepreneurs share stories about starting & growing their ventures, being an entrepreneur, & more.
You Can Start A Business With No Money
Steven Schain, former president of Spectra3D Technologies in Asheville, talks about how he started his business with no money, how getting feedback from his peers propelled his company, and the importance of keeping a healthy lifestyle as a busy business owner.
As Your Business Expenses Grow, So Should The Value In Your Product
Brandon McKee, Owner of McKee Services gives entrepreneurs advice about money and about just getting started in Cleveland county.
The Best Ways To Define Your Target Market
Aaron Wesley Means, CEO of ACTIVATE Business Solutions in Brevard, sits down to discuss the importance of creating a business plan, the best ways to define your target market, and how to get prepared to launch.
Entrepreneur Advice On Developing Your Strategy
Hear from experienced entrepreneurs on how to develop the strategy for your small business. Do you have a good way to sell your product or service? Do you have a sales plan? Are you aware of what your competitors are doing? Are you able to think quickly on your feet? These are the questions you…
Entrepreneur Advice For Personal Development and Wellness
Listen to these experienced entrepreneurs talk about their best practices and advice on tackling the tricky task of taking care of yourself while taking care of your small business. From making time for exercise to balancing family and work, these small business owners share their stories of struggle when it comes to separating their business…
Entrepreneur Advice For Starting Your Small Business
Listen to these entrepreneurs talk about the challenges, setbacks, and successes they experienced while starting their businesses. From implementing customer policies and procedures to networking and making connections with your community, they give their advice as they look back on when they were just starting out as business owners.
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Webinar – NC Business Registration Basics including DBA
Feb 01 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
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Webinar – Everyone Needs Employees! Discover How to Recruit and Keep Them
Feb 02 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
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Webinar – Business Tax Essentials
Feb 03 @ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
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Webinar – Dynamite Marketing for Small Businesses
Feb 03 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
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Webinar – Dynamite Marketing for Small Businesses
Feb 03 @ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST
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Webinar – Market Research with NC LIVE
Feb 08 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
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Webinar – Marketing Your Business for Success
Feb 09 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST
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Webinar – Financing Your Small Business
Feb 10 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST
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Webinar – Financing Your Small Business
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Webinar – Creating a Winning Business Plan
Feb 17 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
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Webinar – Creating a Winning Business Plan
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Webinar – Business Organization and Recordkeeping with the IRS
Feb 24 @ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST
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Claim Your Marks! Registering Trademarks and Service Marks and More in NC
Mar 01 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
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What’s It Really Take to Be an Entrepreneur?
Mar 02 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
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Sales & Use Tax Basics
Mar 03 @ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
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Using Canva for Your Small Business
Mar 08 @ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST
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Business Expenses and Business Use of Your Home with the IRS
Mar 22 @ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST
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Organization and Time Management for Small Business Owners
Apr 06 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
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Withholding Tax Basics
Apr 07 @ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST
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How To Prepare For A Small Business Loan
Whether you’re just starting or are interested in expanding your business, securing a small business loan can prove extremely beneficial. But how do you make sure your i's are dotted and your t's are crossed when the time comes? From what lenders are looking for on your loan application to why you need a business plan, this training will answer all your burning questions about the small business loan process. Note: This training was pre-recorded and is presented by the A-B Tech Small Business Center and Western Women’s Business Center.
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