Delaware Business Blog

Did you know that SCORE offers low-cost business training workshops for both start-up and in-business entrepreneurs? For new businesses they offer our start-up series of 3 workshops that cover the basic information you need to start a business. Here is what is on coming up in September:

BUSINESS STARTUP WORKSHOPS

This series is for all who want to start a business and increase their chance of success
Series of Three Workshops – $100

How To Succeed In Business
Tuesday, September 09, 2008 5:45 – 8:45 p.m.
Claymont Community Center

Do you have what it takes to success? This workshop prepares the individual by providing a personalized assessment of entrepreneurial skills. It includes information critical to the identification and analysis of customers and competitors.

Thinking of Starting Your Own Business
Tuesday, September 16, 2008 5:45 – 8:45 p.m.
Claymont Community Center

This workshop is a PowerPoint presentation, given by counselors experienced in each of the areas discussed and will give you a clearer understanding of what is required to start a business and be successful. Key topics covered include:

- What business structure is best for you?
- What insurance should I have?
- What licenses and registrations are required?
- What tax issues do I need to address?
- Why is a business plan so important?
- Why is cash flow so important to a small business?
- What�s the best way to get into business? Start from scratch? Franchise? Acquire one?
- Why do so many businesses fail and what can you do to avoid failure?

Effective Business Plan Writing Made Easy
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 5:45 – 8:45 p.m.
Claymont Community Center
(Two sessions on consecutive Tuesdays. Date listed above is the first session).

Every business needs a business plan. This two-session workshop covers the preparation of a business plan including the overall strategy, market planning, and the financial projections required by lenders. An experienced SCORE leader will get you started on your plan. A workbook is included. It is envisioned that you will request a SCORE counselor to assist you in the completion of the plan.

You can register online for any of these Business Startup Series workshops, but seating is limited so hurry!