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Exploring Entrepreneurship

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An event to help you determine whether entrepreneurship is right for you Examine your business concept and learn what you need to get started Free webinar About This regular offering from the Women's Business Development Council helps you determine whether entrepreneurship is right for you. The session helps you examine your business concept and learn…

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How You Can Benefit From a Mentor’s Help as You Start Up, Grow, or Pivot

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Perspectives on the SCORE mentoring program The benefits to business owners who become SCORE mentors Free webinar About Whether you're just getting started in business, trying to grow an existing company, or pivoting to meet changing circumstances, getting help from an experienced professional can make a big difference. This webinar offers perspectives on the SCORE…

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WBDC Business Concept Clinic

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A six-part course to help aspiring entrepreneurs develop their business idea Gain a clear understanding of business fundamentals and meet with industry experts Admission required About This course helps entrepreneurs build on their business idea by developing a plan for the future. Attendees get a clear understanding of business fundamentals, meet virtually with industry experts,…

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Making Cents of Your Idea

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For those looking to evaluate a business idea Find out whether an idea is feasible or can be revised Free webinar About A regular offering from the Women's Business Development Council, this session helps entrepreneurs to evaluate their business ideas. Find out whether your idea is viable or whether it can be revised to launch…

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Small Business Loan Issues and Options

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Learn the basics of borrowing money for a small business A panel discussion with banking and business professionals Free webinar About Looking for financing for your small business but don't know where to start? This panel discussion with representatives from Chelsea Groton Bank, the Community Investment Corporation, the Small Business Administration, and the Southeastern Connecticut…

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Entrepreneurship for Veterans

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Veterans looking to start their own business can benefit from transferable military skills A discussion of entrepreneurship and whether it might be right for you Free webinar About Veterans interested in starting a business can leverage their transferable military skills to find success. This webinar, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration's Veterans Business Outreach…

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How to Start and Run a Successful Nonprofit

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How to start a nonprofit organization and ensure its long-term success Recruiting volunteers, securing sponsorships, and more Free webinar About This webinar is geared to entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a nonprofit organization. Topics covered include management tips for long-term success, recruiting volunteers, managing staff, and securing sponsorships. About the presenter Bob Potter is…

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Steps for Starting a Business for Veterans

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Don't miss any important steps when starting a business A veteran-oriented session on the essential building blocks for getting a company off the ground Free webinar About Starting a business can be a challenging process, and you'll want to make sure you don't miss any critical steps. The U.S. Small Business Administration's Veterans Business Outreach…

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SBA: 10 Steps to Keeping Your Resolution to Start a Business

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A guide to key considerations in starting a business Features professionals from the WBDC and SBA Free webinar About Did you resolve to go into business for yourself this year? This webinar helps guide you through the process so you don't find yourself letting this goal slip through your fingers. Topics covered include business planning,…

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Do Business Under the Cottage Food Law

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How entrepreneurs can take advantage of Connecticut's cottage food law to sell foods they prepare in their own kitchens Abiding by rules related to ingredients, equipment, distribution, and more Free webinar About Under Connecticut's cottage food law, entrepreneurs can sell products they make in their own kitchens. This webinar explores how to take advantage of…

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Business Plan Basics for Veterans

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A session for those planning a business or operating a company without a business plan Conducting market research, establishing a marketing plan, and other steps in creating a strong business plan Free webinar About A business plan is a crucial piece of information necessary to improve your company's chances of success. This veteran-oriented session guides…

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Keys to a Successful Black-Owned Business Startup

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The basics of starting a business, with a focus on Black entrepreneurs Business planning, understanding the market, and more Free webinar About New business formation has been on the rise during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in Black communities. This webinar, geared to these entrepreneurs, covers the basics of starting a business including business planning, understanding…

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