Vermont SCORE
How & Where Do I Raise Money for My Business?
Keller Williams Vermont 68 Randall Street, S. BurlingtonA major issue for many businesses, and a prime reason some fail, is lack of capital. Businesses need capital for many purposes, including paying ongoing operating costs, supporting growth, buying or expanding a building, purchasing equipment, financing inventory and/or accounts receivable, etc. Where and how to get the money your business needs can seem like […]
Speed Mentoring at the South Burlington Public Library
S. Burlington Public Library 155 Dorset Street (in the University Mall by Target), S. BurlingtonBreak the 9-5 cycle and learn how to become an entrepreneur at this free speed mentoring event. Start your business in 2020! Take advantage of this unique opportunity to network and sit down with a variety of SCORE Vermont mentors to help you with your small business idea or to ask specific questions for your […]
How Do I Set My Prices?
Keller Williams Vermont 68 Randall Street, S. BurlingtonDo you know what you should charge for your product or service? We sometimes undersell ourselves or our products and do not always take into account our overhead costs. As a part of your pricing strategy, you also need to research your competitors’ pricing and evaluate how your product/service compares with theirs. In this session, […]
Is Your Digital Marketing Up to Date?
Keller Williams Vermont 68 Randall Street, S. BurlingtonStaying Current on the Latest Trends? Traditional digital marketing is a thing of the past and having a digital marketing strategy is crucial for growth in most businesses. Did you know that online ads are perceived as untrustworthy and ignored by many demographics? Keeping track of up to date technologies and trends will set your […]
Webinar – Vermont SCORE: Communicate Your Way to Profit
As a small business, we sometimes take for granted how greatly our profitability relies on interaction and communication. What we need are easy and understandable ideas that we can bring into our businesses to increase our communication skills, such as crafting an elevator pitch, face to face networking, customer engagement, and peer-to-peer communications. In this […]
SCORE Webinar: Restaurant Survival Strategy Post-COVID
Online Zoom WebinarThe restaurant industry has been one of the hardest-hit industries since COVID-19 rolled into town. This pandemic has forced small business restaurateur to redefine how it functions and "pivot" is the word of the day. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, restaurants and bars are getting ready to reopen - but how do those […]
Are You Self-Sabotaging Your Business?
Online Zoom WebinarTrust. It's a big thing in small business. Trust is what builds your business, it's what keeps customers coming back for more, and there are many ways you can undermine that trust without even knowing it. Let's talk about that! Join us in a moderated round table discussion to discuss ways you might unintentionally be […]
Is There a Shortcut to Doing a Business Plan? Yes
Online Zoom WebinarDo you know what the nine critical elements are for most any business? Do you know how these elements relate to each other, to your customers, and how to review your business overall? In this session, the SCORE Vermont team will dive into Strategyzer's Business Model Canvas to show you the nine elements, define what […]
Is There a Shortcut to Doing a Business Plan? Yes
Do you know what the nine critical elements are for most any business? Do you know how these elements relate to each other, to your customers, and how to review your business overall? In this session, the SCORE Vermont team will dive into Strategyzer's Business Model Canvas to show you the nine elements, define what […]
Pricing: Where the Numbers Really Matter
Online Zoom MeetingIn a post-COVID world, what we offer in products/services and the pricing strategy that goes with it has changed. Pricing your product/service offerings is very tricky for both seasoned and new business owners. What to consider? What would bring me the customers I want? How can my business survive based on my offerings/pricing? These are […]
Make a Difference, Mentor a Small Business Owner
Online Zoom MeetingThe Vermont SCORE chapter and the Vermont Small Business Administration are seeking experienced small business professionals who want to help other small businesses succeed. SCORE mentoring is a free service offered by a network of more than 10,000 volunteers from across the country. Mentors help small business owners start, grow and achieve new levels of […]
Business Tax Planning Tips
virtualTake the edge off of tax season with the Business Tax Planning Tips workshop. We will cover a number of small business tax topics including: - Understanding the Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction - Choosing the right operating entity - Depreciation options for new equipment and vehicles - Retirement plan options - Various tax planning […]
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