BUSINESS WORKSHOP
One day, one great start!

The BUSINESS 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 necessary to run a business.

Key topics covered:

Entrepreneurship: Is it for you?
Is your business concept reasonable?
What is a business plan and why do one?
How to build a business plan
How to Market your business
Do you need an Operational Plan?
Human Resource elements
Building your Financial Plan
Should you incorporate?
How will you finance your business?
What advisors do you need?
What other resources are available to help you?

There will be course material provided, including a printed copy of the presentation, and Business Planning Worksheets. In addition, there will be roundtable discussions after the PowerPoint presentation

DOWNLOAD A REGISTRATION FORM (PDF file - Adobe Reader needed)



Workshop Dates:

2009

• September 10, 2009
• October 8, 2009
• November 12, 2009
• December 10, 2009

2010

• January 14, 2010
• February 11, 2010
• March 11, 2010
• April 8, 2010
• May 13, 2010
• June 10, 2010
• July 8, 2010
• August 12, 2010
• September 16, 2010

Workshop fee is $45. Register in advance and save $10.

Workshops held at:

Tip O'Neill Building
10 Causeway Street, Boston MA 02222-1093
Phone: 617-565-5591

Directions: The Tip O’Neill building next to North Station and the TD Banknorth Center (formerly the Fleet Center) can be reached by both the Green and Orange MBTA lines. If coming by car there is parking available in the TD Banknorth Garage. North Station is also the last stop for the commuter rail service from the north shore and the west suburban areas.

Morning Presentations (8:45-12:30):
"Introduction to Business Planning for New Enterprises"
(PowerPoint Presentation)

Lunch will be on your own. There is a cafeteria in the building as well as various convenient luncheon locations nearby.

Afternoon (1:15-2:30):
Roundtable Sessions, moderated by SCORE Counselors