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Space is Limited!
ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Online $20 per class
At the door $25 per class (first come first served)
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TIME: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
LOCATION: 4510 South Michigan Avenue - Chicago , IL 60653 |
May 2010
| TUES 5/4 |
Are you Ready to be an Entrepreneur? |
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Owning a business can be extremely exciting. It is often the result of months or even years of planning and dreaming. The exuberance of business ownership can often be met by months of uncertainty, anxiety and low wages. These realities and more must be considered before taking the plunge into business ownership. This class is an exciting reality-check that every potential business owner should take. |
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| THU 5/6 |
Passion, Purpose and Profit |
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One of the primary reasons that businesses fail is because they have failed to either 1. Build their business around their passion, 2. Have a purpose for existence, beyond merely making money or 3. Not insure that they have established a plan of profitability for the area in which they are passionate. Passion, Purpose and Profit…Finding the Right Business Venture for You is designed to prevent those who are thinking of making the decision to start a business from making error in one of these critical areas. |
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| TUE 5/11 |
Untangling the Legal Web of Running a Business |
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Do you understand the legal aspects of starting and running your business? Are you aware of concerns that are particularly relevant in your industry? Do you know what your lawyer should be doing to help minimize your exposure to potential legal problems? In this session, attorneys will provide an overview of many of the legal concerns of owning a business, such as zoning laws, permits, employee issues, and more.
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| THUR 5/13 |
Understanding Insurance for Small Businesses |
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Learn the purpose of insurance, why do we need it, who needs it, what are its' benefits, and the risk management. Understanding the types of insurance: Life, Health, Business, Workers Compensation, Liability, Umbrella, Auto, Homeowners, Renters, to name a few. |
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| TUE 5/18 |
How to Start a Business |
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This workshop is designed to instruct pre-venture and startup business owners on the step-by-step process of starting a business and workshop participants will receive a business startup kit and a step-by-step guide that includes other valuable counseling and financial resources that can be utilized for their entrepreneurial endeavors.
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| THUR 5/20 |
Register Your Small Business |
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Registering your business with the State of Illinois may be easier than you think. We are bringing expert instructions to you. Get the business registration facts: How do I register my business? Are there any fees associated with registering my business? Is my certificate renewable? Is my certificate of registration transferable? And many more. |
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| TUE 5/25 |
Marketing Research |
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To succeed in business, you must understand the marketing landscape, competitive environment, target audience, industry trends, and the feasibility of entering and succeeding in your business. This session will provide the tools and knowledge for conducting primary and secondary research; and how to use the information to build a sound business plan and business. |
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| THUR 5/27 |
Developing a Solid Marketing Strategy for Your Business |
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Marketing is everything you do to get your products or services into the hands of your customers. Becoming an expert on your target audience and the factors that drive your industry are keys to business success. In this session, you will also learn about core marketing principles, and tips for developing your marketing plan. Marketing has many dimensions; preparing and implementing a strong marketing plan will generate excellent returns. |
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