Business Education

October 1

Using Metrics to Guide Your Business

This course teaches business owners and managers how to utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics to make informed decisions, track progress, and drive business growth.

October 8

Business Start-up Costs

Learn to identify, estimate, and manage the various costs involved in starting a business, including initial investments, operational expenses, and contingency planning.

October 15

Create Your Business Budget

This course provides a step-by-step guide to creating a comprehensive business budget, helping you allocate resources effectively and plan for financial stability.

October 22

Maintaining Cash Flow

Gain insights into the importance of cash flow management, including techniques for forecasting, monitoring, and optimizing cash flow to ensure business sustainability.

October 29

How to Read & Use Financial Statements

Develop the skills to interpret and analyze financial statements, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to make informed business decisions.

November 5

Powerful Presentations: PowerPoint/Slide Basics

Learn the fundamentals of creating effective PowerPoint slides, including layout, design, and incorporating multimedia elements to enhance your presentations.

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Please bring a pen/pencil and notebook; if possible, please bring a laptop with PowerPoint desktop software or Google Slides access

November 12 &19

Powerful Presentations: Building a Presentation, Parts 1 and 2

This course covers the process of building a compelling presentation, from organizing content and structuring your message to designing visuals that support your narrative.

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Please bring a pen/pencil and notebook; if possible, please bring a laptop with PowerPoint desktop software or Google Slides access.

November 26

Powerful Presentations: Giving Presentations

Master the art of delivering presentations with confidence, clarity, and impact, focusing on techniques for engaging your audience and conveying your message effectively.

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Please bring a pen/pencil and notebook; if possible, please bring a laptop with PowerPoint desktop software or Google Slides access

December 3 &10

Marketing & Social Media: Part 1 and 2

Explore the essentials of marketing in the digital age, with a focus on leveraging social media platforms to build brand awareness, engage customers, and drive sales.

December 17

Recruiting & Retaining Employees in a Contemporary Workplace

Learn modern strategies for attracting and retaining top talent in today's competitive job market, including best practices for onboarding, employee engagement, and fostering a positive workplace culture.