In addition to state workshops, please visit the SB/SE Online Classroom where you may view a streaming video of an IRS Small Business Workshop.
If you live near a state line, please look for workshops in nearby cities of the bordering state.
CLAYMONT
Event: Business Startup Workshops
Date(s): Various (September – December 2008)
Time: 5:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Location: Claymont Community Center, 3301 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703-2052
Contact: Thomas Stevens; Phone: (302) 573-6552; E-mail: info@scoredelaware.org
Event Information: This series is for all who want to start a business and increase their chance of success. Series of three workshops - $100.00
1. How to Succeed in Business
Do you have what it takes to succed? 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.
2. Thinking of Starting Your Own Business?
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 include:
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What business structure is best for you?
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What insurance should I have?
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What licenses and registrations are required?
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What tax issues do I need to address?
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Why is a business plan so important?
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Why is cash flow so important to a small business?
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What’s the best way to get into business? Start from scratch? Franchise? Acquire one?
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Why do so many businesses fail and what can you do to avoid failure?
3. Effective Business Plan Writing Made Easy
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.
To register, visit the SCORE Delaware Web site or call New Castle County SCORE at (302) 573-6552.
Sponsored by: Partnering Organization - SCORE Delaware
DOVER
Event: Start Your Business Right
Date(s): Various
Time: Varies by Workshop
Location: Various sites around Dover Delaware
Contact: Carla Withers; Phone: (302) 831-0778; E-mail: carla@udel.edu
Event Information: This three hour presentation by DSBDC staff provides an overview of the fundamentals of starting a business in Delaware. The seminar addresses issues one should consider before starting a business including the business plan, forms of business, and resources available to you. Fee: $ 35.00. To register and pay online, visit the Delaware Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Delaware Small Business Development Center Kent County – Delaware State University
GEORGETOWN
Event: Start Your Business Right
Date(s): Various
Time: Varies by Workshop
Location: Various sites around Georgetown
Contact: Carla Withers; Phone: (302) 831-0778; E-mail: carla@udel.edu
Event Information: This three hour presentation by DSBDC staff provides an overview of the fundamentals of starting a business in Delaware. The seminar addresses issues one should consider before starting a business including the business plan, forms of business, and resources available to you. Fee: $ 35.00. To register and pay online, visit the Delaware Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Georgetown SBDC Sussex County Center, University Of Delaware Georgetown
NEWARK
Event: Business Startup Workshops
Date(s): Various (October – December 2008)
Time: 5:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Location: Newark Senior Center, 200 Whitechapel Drive, Newark, DE 19713-3811
Contact: Thomas Stevens; Phone: (302) 573-6552; E-mail: info@scoredelaware.org
Event Information: This series is for all who want to start a business and increase their chance of success. Series of three workshops - $100.00
1. How to Succeed in Business
Do you have what it takes to succeed? 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.
2. Thinking of Starting Your Own Business?
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 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?
3. Effective Business Plan Writing Made Easy
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.
To register, visit the SCORE Delaware Web site or call New Castle County SCORE at (302) 573-6552.
Sponsored by: Partnering Organization - SCORE Delaware
Event: Business Plan Development Series
Date(s): Various
Time: Varies by Workshop
Location: Various
Contact: Olakunle S. Oludina; Phone: (302) 224-4060; E-mail: ooludina@ywcade.org
Event Information: These 12-week series are designed to provide participants with the tools needed to develop/sharpen the necessary skills to operate a successful business. Both provide an overview of business ownership & entrepreneurship, in addition to the critical elements of business planning.
Feasibility Course - (the basic series) is ideal for those exploring the idea of business ownership, or those in the early stages of business ownership.
Business Work-out - (the more advanced series) is for more highly developed businesses.
All Women's Entrepreneurship workshops are held at:
153 E. Chestnut Hill Road, Suite 102
Newark, Delaware 19713
Sponsored by: YWCA's Department for Economic Advancement
Event: Start Your Business Right
Date(s): Various
Time: Varies by Workshop
Location: Various sites around Newark, Delaware
Contact: Carla Withers; Phone: (302) 831-0778; E-mail: carla@udel.edu
Event Information: This three hour presentation by DSBDC staff provides an overview of the fundamentals of starting a business in Delaware. The seminar addresses issues one should consider before starting a business including the business plan, forms of business, and resources available to you. Fee: $ 35.00. To register and pay online, visit the Delaware Small Business Development Center Web site.
Sponsored by: Newark SBDC New Castle County Center, University of Delaware
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