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There's a saying -- those who fail to plan, plan to fail. And a stunning number of small- to medium-sized businesses fail to plan for their next chapter. In fact, according to the Exit Planning Institute, 70% will not be able to transition to new ownership. 

This workshop is intended to demystify the process of selling a business: what it looks like, how long it takes, and the results it can yield. Whether you are the owner, or part of the leadership team, knowledge is power — and what will be covered in this session can help foster healthy conversations in your organization, and make sure that

Are you struggling to get website traffic that converts into sales and leads?
Learn how to increase your website's organic (free) traffic from Google today!

Starting a new business can be overwhelming. Is your business setup legally and licensed in the state of Washington? Do you have the right insurance? What funding is available to launch your business? Attend this workshop to get the answers!

Are you overwhelmed by all the choices for your marketing your business in the new year? Not sure where your time is best spent? Are you following what everyone else is doing and hope it works for you too? 

A well-executed marketing plan will help you:

• Define your business with SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threat)
• Define your target audience with buyer personas
• Tools you will need to execute on your marketing plan
• Measuring and Optimizing your Marketing Efforts
• Define your brand with proper visuals and messaging
• Learn how to use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to build

You’ve just starting your business but worried about what your startup costs are? Or what your sales be? Or if you can make a profit and how you will manage your cash flow? If you need help in any of these areas, this workshop is for you!

This workshop covers many topics for new business owners: Employer Identification Number, Record keeping, Bookkeeping, Accounting Methods, and Types of Business Structures.

About the Presenter: David Higgins works for the IRS in the Communications and

Liaison Division as a Tax Specialist in Seattle, WA. David serves

as the primary IRS contact to community, industry, and business

organizations throughout the State of Washington. David

coordinates, educates, and presents a variety of tax topics to all

taxpayer communities, including employers, community groups,

small business resource partners and tax

Learn the basic skills of QuickBooks Online in this “hands-on” workshop and learn to record your business transactions properly. And also learn why QuickBooks Online is an excellent choice for small business accounting that will grow with you.

Join us in this hands-on workshop in which you will first write your “Unique Value Statement” that concisely describes your product or service and its value. Using the “Lean Canvas,” you will write a draft one-page business plan – all in three hours!

Facebook is the largest and most important social media platform for business. Learn how to post great content, leverage advertising and call features, develop schedules and routines, and more.

Nothing impacts your profitability like your pricing decisions. In this workshop we show you how to decide on your product pricing and separately how to price your services for greater profit. We also show you how to distribute your product or service

You’ve started a new small business and feel you may not be reporting and paying all your taxes properly. This workshop will teach you the essential information on how to calculate, report and pay your Federal, Washington and local taxes.

Have you ever considered creating a vision of what your life should look like? Here’s an executive seminar that will inspire you to do just that. The presenter will share a number of key developments and milestones that led him in that direction.