About this Event
This is a 4 module in-person workshop series that will take you through the basics of starting up a business. If you are willing to roll up your sleeves & work with the instructors you'll come away with a good understanding of the specific challenges & opportunities you will face. You will have a financial plan, a marketing plan, and an estimation of the funding you will need to get started. Certificate issued upon completion.
Location: Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheriden St, Southwest Ranches, FL 33331
Workshop #1: Ready to Start?
Saturday February 7, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Myths & Realities of Entrepreneurship - The truth about business ownership
• Do you have what it takes - Assessing your skills & experience
• Know your options: Different types of businesses - A closer look at various ways of starting a business
• Making it legal - The nuts & bolts of launching a new business
• Business Plan Basics - Why you need a business plan
Workshop # 2: Great Idea!
Saturday February 14, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Refining your business idea - Steps to develop - Fine tune your business concept
• Doing market research - Steps to identify your target audience & learn how they buy
• Knowing your customer
• Doing competitive research - How to know what your competitors are up to
Workshop # 3: Marketing Your Business,
Saturday February 21, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Branding your business - Steps to creating your brand
• Developing your marketing plan - Crafting a plan to communicate your marketing message
• Marketing your business with social media - What you need to know to use social media effectively
• Pricing your product or service - Learning to properly price your product for business success
Workshop # 4: Revenue & Profit Projections. Funding Sources
Saturday February 28, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Financial Planning - Why you need it - How to forecast your sales, costs, profits and assets
• Understanding and using financial statements- 3 primary financial statements you need to know about
• Finding financing
Date & Time
Feb 7th 10:30 AM
Feb 14th 10:30 AM
Feb 21st 10:30 AM
Feb 28th 10:30 AM
Time shows in Eastern Time Zone
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan Street, Southwest Ranches, United States
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