MAY 3

Virtual Workshop – Your Business Start Smart -May 3

Virtual Workshop – Your Business Start Smart
Wednesday, May 3, 2023, 4 – 6pm

Thinking of going into business for yourself? Gain insights from experienced professionals and walk away with plenty of resources to turn your idea into reality.

Online

Registration is required.

Are you missing out on the opportunity to manage your own career with intention? This seminar will discuss the timing for starting a small business, the importance of motivation, and an overview of three types of business ownership. You’ll learn the positives and negatives of going into business for yourself along with tactical elements like incorporation, financing, stakeholders, and business planning. In addition to sharing stories of his entrepreneurial journey, the speaker will provide a list of excellent community resources.Topics Covered:

The foundation of motivation: “Live to work or work to live.”
Defining income, lifestyle, wealth creation and equity goals.
Data on current state of self-employment.
Reducing personal and business risk.
Personal skills needed for success.
Elements of a business plan and financing.

About the Presenter:

Jeff Levy is a coach for individuals interested in exploring self-employment with an emphasis on franchising.  His experience includes participation in new technology companies, leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, raising investment capital, and community service. Jeff has coached hundreds of startup ventures and more than 1000 individuals who have considered self-employment. He co-authored the book “Making the Jump into Small Business Ownership.”

Find out more about Starting Your Own Business.

If you have questions about this event, Ask a Business Question or call 206-386-4636.

We can provide accommodations for people with disabilities at Library events. Please contact LEAP at least seven days before the event to request accommodations.

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