Bookkeeping Basics Keeping good financial records is a critical step in
managing a successful enterprise. This seminar addresses the
financial records needed for good business management. Participants
develop systems and practices for collecting necessary information
for tax reporting and business decision making.
Thurs., March 12, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Economically sound ideas on saving money for the business
owner. We'll discuss how to look at your numbers and see what can be
done besides raising prices. We're in business to make money. Using
these ideas will increase your bottom line.
Thurs., March 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Build Your Business With Google Learn how to make $250,000 with Google in one year, from
someone who's done it. This seminar will teach you how to use Google
to create an online business that performs; using Google AdWords,
Google Analytics, Google Key Word Targeting and Google AdSense.
Learn how to get your Website to the top of searches for the right
keywords and make sales and get NEW leads. Our presenter, Noah
Boswell, is a Pay Per Click marketing expert who is both a Certified
Google Advertising Professional, and Yahoo! Search Marketing
Ambassador.
Thurs., April 2, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Healing from the Hive Hive products such as honey, propolis, royal jelly, and bee
pollen are valuable medicines. Learn how people have used these
gifts from the honeybees for centuries as well as recent scientific
validation of their efficacy. Valuable information for family care,
first aid, and marketing honey will also be covered.
Mon., April 6, 6-9 p.m.
Beyond the Basics of Selling on eBay: Techniques for the
Serious Seller This session is for individuals having knowledge/experience
of selling on eBay who want to establish a continual retail presence
on eBay. Topics in this fast-paced session will include: Starting an
eBay business, Finding merchandise to sell, Creating professional
listings, Marketing your business on eBay, Managing active listings,
Resolving issues & feedback, and protecting your eBay business. Plus
learn those “tricks of the trade” that you have to know to become an
eBay PowerSeller!
Thurs., April 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Have you always dreamed of publishing a book, but didn't
know where to begin? Author L. Diane Wolfe walks you through
the steps, from creating a marketable product to distribution. All
of the options available will be outlined, including the incredible
potential of the Internet as a resource and platform for your work,
as well as options for articles, manuscripts and music. Anyone
serious about writing is encouraged to attend this lively seminar.
Thurs., April 23, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Biodiesel 101: What It Is and How It Is Made This introductory workshop started with the basics but
included enough up-to date information to interest those with a
technical background. The workshop covered biodiesel markets and
benefits, production technologies, quality control, distribution and
storage issues, tips on organizing a biodiesel project. This seminar
will also include a tour and demonstration of PCC’s biodiesel
reactor
Thurs., April 30, 6-9 p.m.
Podcasting and Blogging for Profit, Marketing and Fun This is a course for people considering podcasting or
blogging. We will be covering the hardware, software, what you need
on the web, podcast program design and include a basic demonstration
of editing a show. No skills or understanding of podcasting are
required. Since blogging is fundamental to podcasting, that will be
covered to enable you to create a blog. You will learn the basics of
Blogging, how to set up a free blog and make money with it.
Thurs., May 14, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Getting to Yes - Unlocking Funding Resources for Your
Small Business Need money to start or expand your small business? Come
learn about the NC Rural Center's Microenterprise loan program and
other funding resources that may be available to you. This seminar
will cover what is involved in starting a small business, where to
go for a business loan, what lenders look for in a business plan,
and how to get your loan request approved.
Thurs., June 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
How to Write an Effective Business Plan Whether you are just starting up or have been in business
for years, your business plan can be an important ingredient in the
success of your business. If you need financing, it is
indispensable. Learn the ingredients of a winning business plan.
Topics include: questions to answer to prepare your plan, goal
setting, doing your own market research, developing sales forecasts
and breakeven analyses, preparing your marketing plan.
Thurs., June 11, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
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