SCORE
is a Resource Partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration |
SCORE Sponsored Seminars & Workshops
SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Business,
and the Small Business
Development Center at Raritan Valley Community College have formed
a partnership to offer programs that help entrepreneurs and business
owners minimize their obstacles and maximize their potential. The
workshops are designed to offer information and skills that you need
for your business to thrive. Whether you are in the first stages of
running a business, or are at a point where you need to expand your
skills and perspective, these courses will help your company become
a high performance organization.
Workshops fill up fast and registration is required, so call early!
In addition,
Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) offers many seminars and courses
that can greatly benefit people starting or expanding a business.
Visit http://www.raritanval.edu,
or call the college (908 526-1200) for information and a free catalogue.
STARTING
& STAYING IN BUSINESS-FULL DAY Our
Most Popular Program!
This full day seminar
and workshop identifies the critical steps you must learn if you
wish to start a new business, and will increase your opportunities for
success in an existing business.
- How
to Get Started - Essential Initial planning
- Enlisting
Family Support and Resources
- Implementing a focused marketing plan
- Defining
funding needs and obtaining financing
- Creating
a realistic business plan (concludes with an executive summary
workshop using student’s business concepts
Leave with a basic understanding of what it takes to be successful.
You have future access to free SCORE
and RVCC Small Business Development Center (SBDC) counseling to follow up with any questions specific to your
business. This sessions is co-sponsored by SCORE and the SBDC.
STARTING
& STAYING IN BUSINESS-CONDENSED
This shortened version of the full-day course described above is designed for clients whose initial need is for a general overview, or for those who have already taken the initial steps and need to refine their approach. Fall seminar dates will be available late summer, after they have been scheduled with local libraries.
HOW TO BUY A BUSINESS OR FRANCHISE WORKSHOP
Owning your own business can be a reality. If independent business ownership is something you might be interested in, you owe it to yourself to attend this SCORE Chapter 14 workshop on FRANCHISING and INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SALES. Opportunities range from manufacturing, distribution, food, retailing, consulting, auto, education, home based and many more.
Presented by:
Jack Armstrong
FranNet
Sunbelt Business Brokers
This two-hour workshop will help you:
- Determine whether purchasing a franchise or an existing business is the appropriate option for you. We work with several existing businesses and new and exciting franchises.
- Learn how to identify and then research a good franchise or existing business
- Understand the major components of a franchise agreement
- Understand the legal obligations of owners and franchisers how to finance a business.
- Come hear why so many people have chosen to invest in a business as an alternative to returning to corporate life.
- Hear the pros and the cons of buying a business. How to determine valuations for existing companies, resale values for when you are ready to sell.
- Finance options will be discussed.
- Learn how to properly evaluate an existing business.
- Who should invest in an existing business versus a franchise
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