READY? SET. GO! Starting a business of your own is exciting but we bet you have lots of questions. If you are thinking of starting a business, or have just started one, this workshop is a perfect fit. Topics covered will include the fundamentals of getting started, business operation basics, business plans, and how to use and understand financial reports.

Starting a brand-new business can be one of the scariest and most exhilarating moments in a new entrepreneur’s life. The hope and optimism, the visions of success, and the fear of failure are all competing for your emotions. As you begin your journey to business ownership, you may find yourself vacillating between confidence and uncertainty, but don’t worry - we’ve got a plan!

In this workshop, a SCORE volunteer will detail the best path to a successful startup. They will identify some crucial first steps, provide plenty of tips, strategies, best practices, and reliable resources that you can use to help you along your journey of launching your small business. You need to get from idea to action - we can help you understand the rules. Business success takes time and determination - we will provide you with a basic pathway and discuss how to proceed.

This workshop will be held IN-PERSON ONLY. Registration deadline is 9:00PM the day before.

Presenter: Herb Liberman’s career involved 16 years as a teacher, school administrator, and Superintendent of Schools. Herb’s business experience includes 23 years in executive level positions in manufacturing, computers, printing, and office furniture. He worked 17 years as a consultant working with start-ups, small businesses, and businesses on a growth path. Areas of expertise involve finance, loans for businesses, sales and marketing, human resources and buying and selling a business. Herb has started numerous for profit and non-profit organizations, and served on the Board of Directors of many businesses and nonprofits.

Event Location:

Oasis Rancho Bernardo (Mahogany Room)

17170 Bernardo Center Drive

San Diego, CA 92128