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SUMMARY:The Importance of a Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:SBA presents “Business Planning: The Importance of a Business Plan” online Feb. 11. This is the third workshop in a series of 10 specifically developed with the local entrepreneur in mind. The 10-part series addresses a variety of subjects and connects participants with experts from federal\, state and local business resources. \nA good business plan guides you through each stage of starting and managing your business. You’ll use your business plan as a road map for how to structure\, run\, and grow your new business. It’s a way to think through the key elements of your business. \nBusiness plans can help you get funding or bring on new business partners. Investors want to feel confident they’ll see a return on their investment. \nThis session presented by UTRGV Small Business Development Center and will provide information on the power of business planning and why it’s important to prepare a business plan. \nA sound business plan will:\n\nDefine and focus on your business objective\nBe an essential part of the loan application process\nBe used to obtain advice from experts\nUncover omissions and/or weaknesses in the business idea & planning process\nThe key components of a business plan\n\nRegister online. \nFor more information\, contact Veronica Z. Ortega.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/the-importance-of-a-business-plan-2/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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SUMMARY:HR Red Flags
DESCRIPTION:Deirdre Pattillo\, project manager with the UTSA SBDC COVID Business Recovery Accelerator\, provides guidance and answers employer questions on the “HR Red Flags” webinar Feb. 15. \nThis session explores issues of particular concern to employers\, covering general information about key trends in HR and red flags for concerns in the area of employment. Employing effective HR management processes promotes improved and sustainable business practices and can lead to increased economic opportunity for all. \nTopics may include:\n\nEmployee classification – Employee vs. Independent Contractor\nEmployee classification – Exempt vs. Nonexempt (Overtime rules)\nRecordkeeping\nWorker Eligibility – I-9s and best practices\nCurrent Trends\nMyths and Misnomers\n\nThe webinar is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC with promotional support from area resource partners: Brownsville Chamber of  Commerce\, Edinburg Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Greater Chamber of Commerce\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce\, and Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/hr-red-flags-2/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:Creating a Brand Style Guide for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to help your customers recognize your company at every point of contact with the “Creating a Brand Style Guide for Your Small Business” webinar Feb. 15. \nYou have a marketing plan and a brand identity for your small business. Now what? Jaenie Longoria of Global Business Consultant with Biz Media Firm presents a practical webinar to create your own style guide on your website\, social platforms\, signage\, business card\, uniform\, etc. \nIt takes time and money to establish your brand identity. Make sure to protect your investment by setting and enforcing your brand guidelines. \nA brand style guide is a manual for all your promotional materials\, including fonts\, logos\, color schemes\, and even your ‘voice’.  This manual is an essential tool to ensure that your small business creates and maintains consistent materials inside and outside your company. \n*Recommended for small businesses with a brand identity. \nWebinar highlights:\n\nMission statement\nName and tagline\nVoice and tone\nIntended audience\nVisual identity\n\nLogo\nColor palette\nTypography\nPhotography and videography\nIconography\n\n\nCreative partners\nFuture planning\n\nThis webinar is hosted by the UTRGV Small Business Development Center with promotional support by area resource partners: Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, Edinburg Chamber of Commerce\, Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Public Library\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, and South Padre Island  Chamber of Commerce. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/creating-a-brand-style-guide-for-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:Maximize Sales: Strategies & Tips
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to increase sales? Every business can greatly benefit from a strategic plan in sales and the implementation of a solid sales approach. Identify what drives your sales and maximizes customer growth. \n“Maximize Sales: Strategies & Tips” on Feb. 22 shares best practices\, along with tips and tools\, to achieve your goals efficiently and effectively\, as well as ways to stay engaged with clients. \nWebinar highlights:\n\nThe 7 Ps of “marketing”\nSales strategy\nGoal setting\nCustomer account management\nSelling tips\n\nJavier Martinez III with AUCTUS Business Advisory serves as presenter for this webinar. \nThis webinar is hosted by the UTRGV Small Business Development Center with promotional support from area resource partners: Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce\, Palmview Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation\, Rio Grande City Public Library\, San Benito Chamber of Commerce\, and Starr County Industrial Foundation. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/maximize-sales-strategies-tips/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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SUMMARY:The HR Process
DESCRIPTION:The HR Process webinar on Feb. 24 covers the appropriate steps to take when planning for human resources in a small business. This includes what each step entails and its importance. \nThe UTRGV SBDC presents this webinar with promotional support from Starr County Industrial Foundation and Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/the-hr-process-8/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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