Learn from the experts with SCORE’s small business training workshops.
On this page you’ll find instructor-led training offered by SCORE locally or online. You can also find interactive courses to help you learn new business strategies.
SCORE currently sponsors six regular workshops:
Starting a Business (always held on the third Wednesday of the month in San Luis Obispo and every 3rd month in Santa Maria), Marketing with Social Media, the Business Plan Workshop (every other month in San Luis Obispo and every 3rd month in Santa Maria), Marketing with Technology (website development), Growing Your Business (essential topics for business success, held every month in San Luis Obispo and every 3rd month in Santa Maria), and the BYOBB (Bring Your Own Brown Bag) a monthly lunchime seminar on current topics of interest to small businesses.
New workshops are also being added continually. These workshops are given at various locations in San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria. View the current offerings in the announcements below and click on the Register Now button to reserve your seat For further information call 805-547-0779 or email us at info@sloscore.org.
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Starting a Business Workshop - January 20, 2021
Are you thinking about starting a business? Have you just started one? This is a great workshop and it's FREE. This workshop will provide an overview of the business basics... Read more
Creating Your Exit Strategy - January 22, 2021
If you've begun to think about exiting your business whether by selling, transferring to a family member or key employee or simply closing down, this workshop's for you. We will... Read more
Business Model Canvas & Business Plan Webinar - January 23, 2021
Starting a business? Growing a business? Business planning is THE roadmap to success. SCORE will show you two forms of business plans: the Business Model Canvas which gives you a... Read more
Social Media Marketing & Unique Selling Position - January 29, 2021
In SCORE's Marketing with Social Media workshop, social media expert Lacey Clifton (@Chicadita) will introduce attendees to the different social platforms and how they are best... Read more
Marketing Your Unique Business Webinar - January 30, 2021
Everyones business is unique! And every business has a USP! Do you know yours? Learn how to identify your Unique Selling Position(s), and how to apply your USP, using the... Read more
NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS
In Networking Strategies for SUCCESS!, individuals will have the opportunity to explore best practices through an interactive discussion and strategically plan and engage in... Read more
HOW TO BEGIN YOUR BUSINESS - February 10, 2021
Study the basics every entrepreneur or new business owner must first know: - Your all-important Feasibility Study. - Why are you forming a Business? Are you in the right... Read more
TOP 10 TIPS FOR IMPROVING CASH FLOW - February 12, 2021
When a company provides a product or service, it has a right to expect to be paid on a timely basis. However, prompt payment is not always the case. Vito Mazza will show you his... Read more
HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS PLUS- February 20, 2021
Use the 21st Century Business Planning Roadmap to: Attract new Customers Improve your Products or Services Become more Efficient Grow your Revenues and Profits Business... Read more
HOW TO PREPARE AND USE A BUSINESS PLAN - February 27, 2021
Your Business Plan is Your Roadmap to Success! Study the basics of a traditional Business Plan, describing how your business operates. Learn how to use the Business Model... Read more
January 19: How to Find and Get a Small Business Grant
Learn about the main sources of grants, tools for researching, application tips to increase your chances of being successful and much more. Read more
January 21: What's New with PPP and Other Relief Options for Small Businesses
After months of waiting for much-needed relief, small businesses are finally getting renewed support from the federal government. Read more