Small Business Workshops Oct 3 - Oct 13

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	Upcoming Workshops Oct 3 - Oct 13 There is so much going on the first two weeks of October! Don't miss out on these high-quality workshops given by seasoned small business consultants and experienced lawyers covering the following topics:    ·       Legal Considerations ·       Social Media ·       The Importance of Time Management In Your Business ·       How To Protect Your Business  ·       Why Go Green? Our next Right Start Entrepreneurial Training series starts again too! Read below to learn more about each workshop. Please remember to RSVP 2 days before each workshop.       Legal Considerations Monday, October 3, 2011 / 6:00 -8:00 pm This workshop is offered in partnership with the Economic Justice Project.This is a comprehensive 2-hour overview of legal issues that are important to small business owners. Experienced business attorneys will touch on topics such as which legal entity is right for your business, asset protection, contracts, employment, and leasing/zoning. Audience participation is always encouraged and the workshop is interactive with an opportunity for questions and answers.   COST: no fee   LOCATION:  The Center, 88 Middle St., 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400   Social Media Tuesday, October 4, 2011 / 10:00 am -12:00 pm This workshop is offered in partnership with the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce and Lowell Telecommunications Corporation.“The Times, They Are A-Changin”, and we know that social media marketing now plays a vital role in the success of businesses and organizations. This seminar provides an overview of various online marketing tools including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. If you are a beginner or intermediate user, you will benefit from this workshop taught by Danielle Bergeron, President and CEO of the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce, who has years of experience promoting her own business through social media.   COST: no fee LOCATION:  Lowell Telecommunications Corporation (LTC) studios, 246 Market Street, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400   Why Go Green? Thursday, October 6, 2011 / 6:00 -8:00 pm Businesses today are under a lot of pressure to show that they are environmentally sound and energy efficient.  Some businesses have additional requirements that are important for qualifying for business contracts or to distinguish your business among your competitors. This workshop will provide an overview of green requirements that may apply to your business or may be important for your business. When we refer to green, we are talking about environmental, waste management, sustainability or chemical issues.  There are range of requirements which when managed, can save you money and set your business ahead of your competition. The easiest steps usually start with reducing waste of materials, energy and water. We will cover a range of issues and recommendations on information you may want to gather to show how your business is doing.  If you are a small retailer, a food establishment or a tech company, you will learn ways to reduce your utility costs, learn useful information resources and start improving your business.   This workshop is taught by Stephen Greene of Howland Greene Consultants LLC, an expert in environmental issues, product stewardship and sustainable practice. His experience and expertise can help your business turn environmental challenges into strategic advantages.   COST: $10  LOCATION:  The Center, 88 Middle St., 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400   The Importance of Time Management In Your Business Tuesday, October 11, 2011 / 8:00 -10:00 am Effective time management is a fundamental key to success for business owners and busy professionals.  This workshop will teach you how to develop goals and how to prioritize your activities to achieve those goals.  You will learn to identify and eliminate time wasters and how to focus on your highest value tasks.  Using technology as a time enhancer will also be discussed.  At the end of the session, you will walk away with a specific plan to use your time most effectively, helping you to grow your business. This workshop is taught by Jim “Pouli” Pouliopoulos, The Growth Coach®, a certified Strategic Mindset® business coach with over 25 years experience in a variety of industries including high-tech, medical, government and professional services. He has contributed to the success of large companies including General Electric and IBM as well as a number of successful small businesses as a marketing consultant, product manager, director of marketing and sales, spokesperson, public speaker, trainer, facilitator, market researcher and engineer. Additionally, Jim is an adjunct faculty member at Bentley University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute where he teaches business and marketing courses.   COST: $10   LOCATION:  The Center, 88 Middle St., 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400   Right Start Entrepreneurial Training 6-class series begins October 12 Wednesday nights from 6:00 – 9:00 pm *except for the week of November 23, 2011 The Right Start Entrepreneurship Training Program provides a solid educational foundation on which to build a small business. Practical, flexible, and taught by small business professionals, this six-class series will help you learn the difference between success and failure. Starting August 31st, this series runs continuously throughout the year so that you can either take all six classes in a row or once a month, as needed to fit your schedule. Training provides a firm foundation of practical knowledge to build your business and covers these topics: Intro to Business, Marketing, Sales, Bookkeeping and Taxes, Financing, and Business Law. Get the tools you need for success!   COST: $90 for all 6 classes LOCATION:  Community Teamwork Inc., 155 Merrimack St., (Bon March Building) 3rd Floor, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400     How To Protect Your Business Thursday, October 13, 2011 / 6:00 -8:00 pm This workshop will first focus on different business formations, and their advantages/disadvantages, as well as rights and liabilities of business owners in different business forms: sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and LLCs. Then, the instructor will focus on the strategies and techniques to protect small businesses through a variety of liability insurances and business succession planning.   This workshop is taught by Attorney Ye Huang, who specializes in business law and estate planning law, with 14 years experience in financial protection and business succession planning.  Besides practicing law, he also manages MetLife New England Agency Lowell Branch in Lowell, MA.  Active in his communities, Attorney Ye Huang also serves as Chairman and President of Asian American Association of Quincy.   COST: $10   LOCATION:  The Center, 88 Middle St., 2nd Floor, Lowell, MA 01852  RSVP: shargis@comteam.org, 978-322-8400
	The mission of the Lowell Small Business Assistance Center is to provide entrepreneurs from ethnically and economically diverse groups with the education, tools and resources needed to create, sustain or expand viable small businesses. You must RSVP for all workshops and trainings. Fees may apply and will be due at time of class. A fee waiver may be requested, please inquire when signing up. Checks may be made out to the Small Business Assistance Center. The SBAC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a workshop or class due to insufficient enrollment or weather. Registration fees already collected will be returned or credited towards a future program.   Location: 88 Middle St., 2nd Floor, Downtown Lowell, 01852 Phone: 978-322-8400 Website: Visit Facebook: LSBAC on Facebook Template created by Dominique Elkind

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