Starting or Managing Your Own Business

If you are thinking of starting a new business or looking for help with your existing business, this class is a must. Seasoned professionals will teach you the fundamentals of planning for success, as well as how to develop a business plan. Course covers financing, recordkeeping, accounting, taxes, legal considerations and business insurance. It serves as an excellent review for existing business owners as well as a practical introduction for new entrepreneurs. Instructors are from SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Businesses. Lunch break from 12:00-1:00 pm.

S8644 / Sessions 1
Sa from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Pesho
$89

Start Date:4/17
End Date: 4/17
WCC - Cascade Hall #105

Writing A Business Plan

If you're contemplating the idea of going into business or are ready to expand your current enterprise, you need a plan to reach your goals. In this workshop you will learn the components of a good business plan while you prepare the first draft or refine a plan you already have. Learn fundamentals that you can use again and again for creating a living document that helps guide your business, keeps it on track toward goals and objectives, and can be easily and quickly modified for specific needs such as a finance/capital request, marketing campaign, or to bring new products or services into the existing business. We will find resources for market research, marketing strategy, and to prepare financial statements that define your cash flow, income, and ability to repay a loan. Instructors are from SCORE, Counselors to America's Small Businesses.

S8800 / Sessions 1
Sa from 9:00 AM to 12 N
Pesho
$39

Start Date:5/15
End Date: 5/15
WCC - Cascade Hall #165

Six Weeks to Business Start-Up

Once you decide to start a business, a little knowledge and planning can save headaches down the road. This six-week course walks you step-by-step from original concept to planning for future growth, detailing the steps you need to take for a successful start. We'll cover legal and licensing issues, taxes, hiring employees, leasing, business identity and branding. Class fee includes the book Six-week Start-Up is included free to help get you started and organize your data. Bill Pate is currently the owner of a small accounting firm in Lynden and is the President of the Washington Chapter of the National Association of Tax Professionals.

S8600 / Sessions 6
W from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Pate
$179

Start Date:4/21
End Date: 5/26
WCC - Kelly Hall #108

How to Start a Consulting Business

Becoming a consultant is easy. Becoming a successful consultant takes work and planning. This new workshop focuses on the steps to create a successful consulting practice including identification of target markets, skills assessment, writing proposals, liability and the art of negotiating with clients. Gain the tools you need to succeed in consulting. Renata B. Kowalczyk has 12 years of instructional and consulting experience with a variety of organizations, including JPMorgan Chase, Grameen Foundation, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority of NYC.

S8344 / Sessions 6
Tu and Th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Kowalczyk
$125

Start Date:5/25
End Date: 6/10
WCC - Foundation Building - Ste 201B