August 16, 2010
Small Business Workshops
SCORE SE Wisconsin presents a number of workshops specifically designed to address the key areas necessary for a successful business. SCORE workshops are unique in that they are presented by successful business executives who have expertise and experience in many business areas. Join us in a workshop or a workshop series to help you achieve success.
If you do not see your topic of interest listed below, please let us know and we will work to accommodate you.
Upcoming Workshops
| • Saturday Sept 11th | Starting a Business? - Readiness Assessment | |
| • Thursday Sept 16th | Marketing 101 - Creating an Actionable Marketing Plan | |
| • Saturday Sept 25th | Business Planning 101 - How To Write a Business Plan | |
| • Thursday Sept 30th | Loan Seminar - Obtaining a Business Loan |
Catalog of SCORE SE Wisconsin Workshops
Business Basics
- ALL ABOUT FRANCHISING - THE FAST TRACK TO OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
- Business Planning 101 - How To Write a Business Plan
- Business Planning 201 - Preparing an Annual Operating Plan
- How To Prepare Estimates/Bids that Achieve Profitable Results
- The Networking Power of Linkedin
- A Short Course on How to Write a Business Plan
- Starting a Business? - Readiness Assessment
Financial Basics
- Loan Panel - Obtaining a Business Loan in today's Environment
- Manage Your Cash Flow to survive An Economic Downturn
- Loan Seminar - Obtaining a Business Loan
- QuickBooks Basics
- QuickBooks Advanced – Maximizing Your Use Of QuickBooks
- Finance 101 - Introduction to Financial Statements
- Finance 201 - What Are your Financial Statements Telling You?
Marketing
- Marketing 101 - Creating an Actionable Marketing Plan
- Internet Marketing 101 – Building a Web Site on a Budget
- Internet Marketing 201 – Build Your Business Through Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Marketing & Sales In A Down Economy
- Marketing Metrics
Individual Workshop Descriptions, Location & Registration
Business Basics
ALL ABOUT FRANCHISING - THE FAST TRACK TO OWNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Learn all the basics about buying and operating a franchise. Discover if a franchise is right for you. How much they cost and how to finance the purchase.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Business Planning 101 - How To Write a Business Plan
Learn how to prepare a meaningful business plan that will lead you to success. Learn how to "exercise" and "listen" to your business plan, how to tackle the usually illusive and tough marketing portion of the plan, how to do the financial "what ifs" and how to be comfortable and enjoy a rewarding experience. (For additional information....)Date and Time
Saturday September 25, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Location
Milwaukee County Research Park Innovation Center
10437 Innovation Drive Room 121
Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (Click here for map)Cost and Registration
The cost for the first person to register is $35.00 and for each additional person it is $20.00. To register click on the yellow REGISTER HERE below.
REGISTER HERE
Business Planning 201 - Preparing an Annual Operating Plan - Learn how to plan for your growth, implement cost reductions and live within your plan. This workshop is for existing businesses interested in planning their growth regardless of whether they have a business plan or not.
I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
How To Prepare Estimates/Bids that Achieve Profitable Results - Reviewing specifications, costs, and preparing an estimate that puts a price to the work are all required in preparing a bid. This class covers how to estimate to get good results.
I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
The Networking Power of Linkedin
Linkedin is the number one online business social networking site that allows you to make business connections fast. You can find, be introduced to, and collaborate with qualified professionals that you need to work with to accomplish your business goals. Learn how to search Linkedin for new employees, suppliers & customers. The Workshop will show you how to integrate Linkedin into your company and personal branding and marketing efforts.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
A Short Course on How to Write a Business Plan
This workshop is targeted at a start-up business or existing business that has not prepared a business plan. It provides a concise structure to follow for a basic yet essential business plan. It will give you an understanding of what benefits the planning process can provide you as a business owner.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Starting a Business? - Readiness Assessment - This workshop is focused on those who are considering going into business for themselves. We will discuss many of the myths and realities of being an entrepreneur and will go through a number of self evaluation tools to make sure it's right for you. Once you know you are ready to own your own business, we will review a checklist of things to do before investing your money in starting the business. (For additional information....)
Date and Time
Saturday September 11, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Location
Milwaukee County Research Park Innovation Center
10437 Innovation Drive Room 121
Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (Click here for map)Cost and Registration
The cost for the first person to register is $35.00 and for each additional person it is $20.00. To register click on the yellow REGISTER HERE below.
REGISTER HERE
Financial Basics
Loan Panel - Obtaining a business loan in today's environment
In this workshop a panel of experts will explain what one must do to obtain business financing today. The panel members are: Sherry Saiki, Assistant Vice President Commercial Lending, Layton State Bank; Mary Trimmier, Business Development Specialist, Wisconsin SBA and Joan Burke, SCORE SE Wisconsin.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Manage Your Cash Flow to survive An Economic Downturn - Managing cash, costs and preserving profit margins are critical to surviving an economic downturn. This class explains cash flow management, cost control, debt consolidation, and banking relationships, all critical in times of fluctuating sales.
I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Loan Seminar - Obtaining a Business Loan
A discussion of the types of business loans and the requirements for eligibility, preparation of information needed to obtain a loan, and the process of asking for a loan. (For additional information....)Date and Time
Thursday September 30, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Location
Milwaukee County Research Park Innovation Center
10437 Innovation Drive Room 121
Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (Click here for map)Cost and Registration
The cost for the first person to register is $35.00 and for each additional person it is $20.00.
Registration will open approximately 30 days before the date of the workshop.
QuickBooks Basics
The main objective is to introduce you to the mostly used features in QuickBooks. You will learn how to enter transactions relating to Account Receivables, Receiving Payments, Accounts Payable and how to make deposits and get the reports that you need. By the end of the workshop, you will have a good idea of how an accounting software package can save time and help organize business finances.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
QuickBooks Advanced – Maximizing Your Use Of QuickBooks
Take your bookkeeping to the next level and learn advanced applications for customizing forms, job costing, job profitability, summary postings and customized reports.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Finance 101 - Introduction to Financial Statements
A workshop designed for those looking for an introduction to financial statements or just a refresher on how to use the statements. This workshop will focus on understanding and using financial information to plan and operate a small business.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Finance 201 - What Are your Financial Statements Telling You?
Get the most from your financial statements. Increase your financial acumen and business performance by using your financial statements for understanding costs, price setting, contributing margins, breakeven, and why a business can be profitable and run out of cash.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Marketing
Marketing 101 - Creating an Actionable Marketing Plan
The development of a comprehensive Marketing Plan will help you focus on the only two sources of business revenue: Selling more to existing customers or attracting new customers. Which is best for you? (For additional information....)Date and Time
Thursday September 16, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Location
Milwaukee County Research Park Innovation Center
10437 Innovation Drive Room 121
Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (Click here for map)Cost and Registration
The cost for the first person to register is $35.00 and for each additional person it is $20.00. To register click on the yellow REGISTER HERE below.
REGISTER HERE
Internet Marketing 101 – Building a Web Site on a Budget
In this Workshop we will review all the steps in creating a web site including pre-web site planning, picking a name, hosting your site, accepting money on your site, designing your site, developing and uploading your site and finally, marketing your site.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Internet Marketing 201 – Build Your Business Through Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Having a web site means nothing if it is not designed properly and your customers cannot find you online. Developed for both new and existing businesses, you will learn the basics of SEO -- how to enhance your Webster's rankings in the search engines so you will be one of the top choices.I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Marketing Metrics
Participants will learn how to:
- Measure marketing results
- Implement testing techniques
- Take advantage of the shift from mass media to direct marketing
- Implement integrated marketing campaigns
- Utilize the web to maximize sales and more.
I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Marketing & Sales In A Down Economy - In an economic recession, company management tends to be reactive and cut costs in most areas including Marketing & Sales. This in itself can cause business contraction. A better way to address the downturn is to be proactive by re-examining the Marketing Plan and taking advantage of the one plentiful resource, time.
I am interested in this workshop. Send me information about its next scheduled date.
Special Event
American Express Open & SCORE Speed Coaching Event
Half day event of free speed coaching, workshops, keynote speech, success stories and networking opportunities specifically for the owner or key manager of an existing business. Great opportunity to obtain mentoring and ideas to help your business. The workshop topics are: "Social Media - A Marketing Must" and "How to be Profitable and Still Run Out of Cash". Network with other succesfull business owners. Registration is required and space is limited. (For more information....)Date and Time:
Friday September 10th 8:00 am to 12:30 pm.
Location:
Italian Community Center
631 E. Chicago Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202.Cost:
The event is free and a complimentary contintental breakfast is provided.
Registration:
To register click on the yellow REGISTER HERE below.
