Small Business Workshop Series

The following classes may be purchased individually at $29 or both for $49. All classes will be held in the GSW Business/History Building Conference Room Suite 200 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. To register for these classes, please call 229-931-2151 or mail a completed registration form which you can download from our website at www.contedu.org.

Business Start-ups: What You Need to Know

If you are considering starting a small business, then this workshop is a crucial first step. Topics for discussion include the traits of successful entrepreneurs, market research, legal structures for your business, estimating start-up costs and cash flow projection, financing alternatives, failure factors, and business planning. Starting a business without a plan is like going on a trip without a map. A business plan helps you start, build and manage your business. Learn why a business plan is critical to your success, especially if you need a loan or an investor for your business. This course will explain the sections of the business plan, what information is required for each section, and the general format for a business plan. Since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail, attending this comprehensive workshop may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business. A detailed business start-up workbook, planning outline and other handouts will be provided.

DATES: Tuesday, October 5, 2010 (A)
Or Tuesday, November 2, 2010 (B)

INSTRUCTOR:            Gaynor Cheokas, Director of GSW Center for
                                    Business & Economic Development

COURSE NUMBER: 211SSB302A
211SSB302B

Road Map to Success: Write a Winning Business Plan

Attending this class may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business, since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail.

Starting a business without a plan is like going on a trip without a map. A business plan helps you start, build and manage your business. Learn why a business plan is critical to your success, especially if you need a loan or an investor for your business. This course will explain the sections of the business plan, what information is required for each section, and the general format for a business plan. Presented by an experienced business professional, you will receive a detailed planning outline and other information to help you develop an effective business plan right away.

Topics for discussion include: