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Entrepreneur Success Series (ESS) - Starting August 21, 2008
Entrepreneur Success Series (ESS) - Starting September 23, 2008
Entrepreneur Success Series (ESS) - Starting October 9, 2008

ESS Series run seven consecutive weeks. Date substitutions between
ESS Series allowed. Bring a spouse, partner or friend for 1/2 price.

Entrepreneur Success Series (ESS)
Planning and knowledge provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace, and this popular series of programs provides the foundation for entrepreneurial success. The seven-part ESS includes valuable recommendations, research ideas, and an overview of the important areas of business operation from a practical perspective. The ESS series focuses on the needs of aspiring entrepreneurs and owners of new businesses. A certificate of completion is awarded after attending all seven classes, which may be taken separately. Take the complete series for the discounted price of $349 and save!
Location: Room 464, KSU Center - 3333 Busbee Drive, Room 464

Starting a Business - $69.00
Attending this class may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business, since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail. Topics for discussion include: personal, market and financial feasibility; legal obligations for your business; estimating start-up cost and cash flow projections; financing alternatives; failure factors; and business planning. Presented by an experienced business professional, the course includes a detailed business start-up guide and other valuable handouts.
Aug. 21, 2008 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (ESS SERIES)
Sept. 23, 2008 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (ESS SERIES)
Oct. 9, 2008 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (ESS SERIES)
Nov. 11, 2008 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Dec. 4, 2008 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Small Business Legal Issues - $69.00
This class presents information regarding the different legal structures, advantages and disadvantages of each structure, formation and ongoing requirements, liability issues and tax implications, and other statutory requirements including licensing, trade name registrations, service marks and trademarks. This class is taught by a local attorney who specializes in small businesses.
Aug. 28, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Sept. 30, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 16, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Tax Tips for the Small Business - - $69.00
All aspects of federal and state taxes will be covered in this 3 hour class, including registration requirements for each legal form of business, tax obligations for employees and independent contractors, computation of employee payroll taxes and filing periodic returns, and issues relating to specific deductible business expenses such as entertainment, the use of a personal automobile and the home. This class is taught by a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Sept. 4, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 7, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 23, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Marketing Your Small Business - $69.00
Successful, high-impact marketing relies less on money and more on knowing how to use time, energy, and imagination. Increase sales and profits with unique and effective marketing strategies designed especially for small businesses. Learn how to maximize your marketing dollars and build your business profitability by incorporating secrets of effective marketing in the areas of public relations, advertising, branding and market research. Attend this seminar and learn what’s hot, how to position yourself in the marketplace and write an effective marketing plan, what gets customers in the door, how to make the sale, and keep them coming back – without spending a small fortune!
Sept. 11, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 14, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 30, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Setting Up Business Records - $69.00
Launching a business requires a setup of records and systems in the areas of accounting, personnel, and organizational documents. Learn how to expedite the process. Start with the setup of accounting records and produce basic financial statements, including internal controls. See forms that must be forwarded to regulators and others that must be retained when employees are hired. Participants receive templates and guidelines that list various accounting tasks and essential policies to safeguard business assets, as well as checklists to insure that personnel and company files include regulatory documents.
Sept. 18, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 21, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Nov. 6, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Writing an Effective Business Plan - $69.00
The business plan is a road map, focusing business activities on the best use of resources—time and money. An effective business plan is critical to the success of a company, especially if the company requires loan or investor financing. This seminar will explain the sections of a business plan, show what information is required for each section and demonstrate how to assemble a financial projection. A detailed outline and sample business plan will be provided to attendees.
Sept. 25, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Oct. 28, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Nov. 13, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Financing the Business - $69.00
See step-by-step how to finance a start-up or growing business and how to prepare a winning package for any type of financial assistance. Topics include different financing options, such as bank loans, SBA guaranteed loans, non-bank lenders, private investors, and the myths and realties of grant funding. Learn how successful borrowers pick the right financing options and make their proposals attractive to funding sources. Learn how to calculate financing needs and to present your proposal in the most professional and effective way.
Oct. 2, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Nov. 4, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Nov. 20, 2008 - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Sign up for all 7 courses in the Entrepreneur Success Series and receive a discount and an Entrepreneur Success Series Certificate

The prestigious Entrepreneur Success Series is only $349.00
(that's two free courses discounted from the regular price)

Bring a spouse or a partner for 1/2 price!

The SBDC holds these courses in Room 464 at the KSU Center 3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw.

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