Tuesday, March 26, 2013

COC Small Business Development Center Training Sched. (3-26-2013)


































Social Media Marketing Made Simple


You’ve probably heard of social media. You may even understand the value social media can bring to your business. Now wondering how to start? In this introductory session, we cover strategies and best practices to get the most out of your social media activities, including:



  • What social media marketing really is and why use it

  • Introduction to social media channels and how to evaluate what’s right for your business or organization

  • How small businesses are using these low-cost tools to gain visibility, develop relationships and drive sales and response

  • How to create good content for your social media marketing campaigns and time management

  • How to balance social media marketing with email marketing and your other marketing efforts


Register online at:  http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=p8kdgpiab&oeidk=a07e72sxsmd81070d85


 


Date:  Wednesday, March 27


Time:  9 am – 11 am


Cost:  FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)








Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 223    


                 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355





























































New Client Orientation – AV


This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business.  You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients.  Register online at:  http://tinyurl.com/New-Client-Orientation-040113


Date:  Monday, April 1


Time:  10 am – 11 am


Cost:  FREE


Location:  University of Antelope Valley


  44055 North Sierra Highway, Lancaster  93534



































































Access to Capital – Finding Funding for Your Business




If you want/need a loan to start or build your business, or if you need some financial help to survive this recession, this workshop is for you.  Learn the 5 C’s of credit so you will know what lenders are looking for when considering lending you money.  You will receive information about available small business loan programs designed to assist businesses during a recession.  Lastly, you will learn about the importance of having a well thought out business plan when asking for credit loan consideration from a bank or other lenders.  Register online at:  http://tinyurl.com/Access-to-Capital-040513


 


 



Date:  Friday, April 5


Time:  10 am – 12 pm


Cost:  FREE


Location:  University of Antelope Valley


  44055 North Sierra Highway, Lancaster  93534



































































How to Successfully Start Your New Business – Citi Sponsored!


This hands-on workshop will help you get started quickly as you learn the steps necessary to successfully launch your new business. Learn to prepare a written plan you can use to build and grow a profitable business. Learn the best way to structure your business as you identify and focus on the key marketing, sales and financial issues of your business and how to bring it all together. This powerful event has helped many entrepreneurs achieve success. Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/Start-New-Bus-040913

Date:  Tuesday, April 9


Time:  9 am – 11 am


Cost:  FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)


Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 222    


                 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355



































































Export Trade Finance & Insurance – Getting Paid!


Topics covered will include:


  • Balancing Risk Between Seller & Buyer

  • Payment Terms

  • Letters of Credit

  • Selecting International Payment Method

  • Protecting Against Buyers Default

  • Financing Your Export Growth

  • Foreign Exchange Risk


This is the sixth in a series of eight International Trade workshops running every two weeks through May 7, 2013.  You are invited to attend the series or any individual training of interest to you.  Register online at:  http://tinyurl.com/Trade-Finance-Insurance-040913


 


Date:  Tuesday, April 9


Time:  9 am – 12 pm


Cost:  FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)


Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 223    


                 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355



































































How to Successfully Start Your New Business

This hands-on workshop will help you get started quickly as you learn the steps necessary to successfully launch your new business. Learn to prepare a written plan you can use to build and grow a profitable business. Learn the best way to structure your business as you identify and focus on the key marketing, sales and financial issues of your business and how to bring it all together. This powerful event has helped many entrepreneurs achieve success.


Date:  Wednesday, April 10


Time:  5 pm - 7 pm


Cost:  $30 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)


Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 222    


                 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355



































































HR Law for Supervisors & Managers


Supervisors and managers are the first line of defense in complying with Human Resources laws.  Adequate knowledge of and training in this area is essential to legal compliance and in preventing complaints, charges, and lawsuits.  Topics covered include how to legally and effectively:


  • Interview and hire

  • Performance manage

  • Coach, counsel, discipline, and terminate

Also covers federal and California laws and regulations in the following areas:


  • Discrimination and harassment

  • Wrongful termination and discrimination

  • Leaves of absence

  • Wage hour laws

  • Labor relations


Date:  Thursday, April 11

Time:  9 am - 1 pm


Cost:  $35 + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)


Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 223   


                 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355



































































New Client Orientation

This orientation will give insight into starting and running a successful small business.  You will learn all about what the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has to offer and how we can assist you in establishing or maintaining your small business through one-on-one consultation and training seminars. We offer the New Client Orientation free of charge to all new clients.  Register online at:  http://tinyurl.com/New-Client-Orientation-41213


Location:  University Center at College of the Canyons, Room 222


         26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita  91355




Date:  Friday, April 12


Time:  10 am – 11 am


Cost:  FREE + $2 parking fee (kiosk located in lot 14)



































COC Small Business Development Center Training Sched. (3-26-2013)