Mission Community Services Corporation http://www.mcscorp.org & Women's Business Center Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:06:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Start Up Business Orientation…So you want to be an Entrepreneur! http://www.mcscorp.org/start-up-business-orientation-so-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/ http://www.mcscorp.org/start-up-business-orientation-so-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:46:05 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1215 Monday, February 27
2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Business and Career One Stop of Paso Robles

2800 Buena Vista Dr.

Paso Robles, CA

Topics to be covered:

  • Keys for Starting a Successful Business
  • Licensing and Permits for Small Business
  • Legal Structure
  • First Steps to a Business Plan
    • Business Description
    • Marketing
    • Management
    • Financials

Please RSVP for this FREE seminar by calling 237-3014 or email dramirez@scgoodwill.org

 

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/start-up-business-orientation-so-you-want-to-be-an-entrepreneur/feed/ 0 FREE SBA WORKSHOP: Proposal Preparation http://www.mcscorp.org/free-workshop-proposal-preparation/ http://www.mcscorp.org/free-workshop-proposal-preparation/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:25:59 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1211 Embassy Suites-Edna Room

Tuesday, February 28

9:00 – 5:00 p.m.

333 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo

Presenter: Frank Lane, President of Stover & Associates Inc and senior trainer specializing in acquisition and general management training and consulting

The Small Business Administration (SBA) in conjunction with Stover & Associates, Inc. (Stover) is presenting a FREE one day workshop focusing on Proposal Preparation for individuals or enterprises eligible for assistance under Section 7(j) of the Small Business Act, 15 USC 636. The day is packed with information that is critical to successfully developing business with the Federal Government business.

Topics Include:

  • Strategizing for a winning price
  • How RFP elements influence strategy
  • Developing the tech proposal
  • Past Performance
  • How the government selects the winner
  • The proposal review process

Frank is an SBA Certified 8(a) Minority Owned Small Business and a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small business. Stover provides top quality management training, consulting and advisory services, architect and engineering services, business process reengineering services and management support to government and industry clients.

Register at http://sbaworkshops.stoverteam.com

This activity is funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) contract number SBAHQ-11-C-0020. SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of the contractor or any products, opinions or services. All SBA Programs are exteded to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

 

 

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/free-workshop-proposal-preparation/feed/ 0 Brown Bag Dialogue: QuickBooks-Up and Running but Lost and Confused? http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-quickbooks-up-and-running-but-lost-and-confused/ http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-quickbooks-up-and-running-but-lost-and-confused/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:13:51 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1209 Friday, February 24

Noon to 1:00 pm

71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

Presenter: Sherry Herrington, Sherrington Financial Fitness

 

Are you using QuickBooks to track your small businesses expenses and income but not sure if you’re doing things correctly? Come join us for the first of a three part BBD series presented by local QuickBooks Expert and ProAdvisor, Sherry Lutz Herrington; Owner of Sherrington Financial Fitness.

  • The Ins and Outs of the Chart of Accounts! What is the Chart of Accounts?
  • Balance Sheet Accounts vs. Profit and Loss
  • Accounts Streamlining for efficiency

Part I will help you unlock the mystery of the Chart of Account, the backbone of your financial record keeping system. Find out which accounts you should be using for your business and how they interrelate to one another. Understanding this key component will help get you on track to proper record keeping!

This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! RSVP to denise@mcscorp.org or call 595-1357

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-quickbooks-up-and-running-but-lost-and-confused/feed/ 0 Brown Bag Dialogue http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue/ http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue/#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:43:12 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1204 Friday, February 17

Noon to 1:00 pm

71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

EMPLOYER BEWARE:  TEN EMPLOYMENT LAW PITFALLS FOR EVERY SMALL BUSINESS OWNER TO AVOID

Presenter: Hernaldo J. Baltodano

Please join local attorney Hernaldo J. Baltodano for an insightful presentation and discussion about employment law “no no’s” that every small business owner must avoid.  California is home to a dizzying array of employment laws that govern every business – large or small.  Not only can non-compliance financially devastate a business, compliance with these laws is important for maintaining good employee relations, and building and sustaining employee morale.  Happy employees translates to less legal problems and a healthier bottom line.

Hernaldo J. Baltodano received his undergraduate degree from UC Davis and law degree from UC Berkeley’s Boalt Hall School of Law.  He has spent his entire 10-year career practicing employment and labor law.  Prior to launching his own law firm with his attorney/wife, Mr. Baltodano practiced at some of the finest law firms in the country, representing plaintiffs, unions, and companies – ranging from small mom and pops to Fortune 100 companies.  Los Angeles Magazine has named Mr. Baltodano a “Super Lawyer- Rising Star” in employment law for several years – most recently in 2011.

Reserve your seat by calling 805-595-1357 or email Denise@mcscorp.org

 

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue/feed/ 0 Brown Bag Dialogue: Understanding Buyer Behavior to Impact Sales http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialoguesocial-media-three-essential-tools-for-online-marketing-for-small-businesses/ http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialoguesocial-media-three-essential-tools-for-online-marketing-for-small-businesses/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:38:50 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1189 Friday, February 10

Noon to 1:00 pm

1030 Southwood Dr.

Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

Presenter: Brian Trapp, Sales Director Barnett Cox and Associates

Join us for a fascinating look into studies and experiments showing how we can influence and persuade people in business (and in life!)

This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! RSVP to denise@mcscorp.org or call 595-1357

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialoguesocial-media-three-essential-tools-for-online-marketing-for-small-businesses/feed/ 0 Brown Bag Dialogue – Get Organized: File Management http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-get-organized-file-management-2/ http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-get-organized-file-management-2/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:56:05 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1177 Friday, January 27

Noon to 1:00 pm

71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

Presenter: Erin Hoffman, Owner Optimum Productivity

“Where is that file?!?!” Have these words ever escaped your lips? If so, join us for information packed discussion about file management. We’ll talk about organizing paper files, computer files and (eek!) emails. Productivity Specialist and business trainer, Erin Hoffman of Optimum Productivity will lay out a simple strategy for organizing your information (paper and electronic). Learn the “MUSTS” of file organization, ways to streamline, reduce and never lose a document again!

This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! RSVP to denise@mcscorp.org or call 595-1357

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-get-organized-file-management-2/feed/ 0 How to Create an Elevator Pitch That Gets Results! http://www.mcscorp.org/how-to-create-an-elevator-pitch-that-gets-results/ http://www.mcscorp.org/how-to-create-an-elevator-pitch-that-gets-results/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:50:51 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1172 Don’t Miss Out on This Excellent Workshop!

Saturday, February 4th

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO

FEE Only $35.00

Presenter: Janet Hilts, Owner of Speaking Made Fearless

Attention Business Owners, Service Professionals and Sales People…Are you ready to Grow Your  Business, Attract New Clients and Increase Sales? 

Together we can create an effective pitch that immediately captures interest and gets you the results you’re looking for!

 

10:00 – Noon

  • Introduction of purpose for and best usage of elevator pitches
  • Identify your market’s problems and how to solve them
  • Identify and provide results and outcomes
  • Craft the elevator pitch using a formula to incorporate problems, solutions and results

BREAK FOR LUNCH

1:00 –3:00

  • Identify how your solution is different from your competitor’s
  • Craft a 1-2 minute version of the elevator pitch
  • Create a 5 second mini version of the elevator pitch
  • Learn how to easily tweak the elevator pitch for different audiences and markets
  • Practice delivering your elevator pitch

 RSVP by calling 595-1357 or email info@mcscorp.org

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FREE SEMINAR
Wednesday, January 26
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
University of La Verne
1201 24th St.
Bakersfield, CA

Hosted by the Women’s Business Center of MCSC and University of La Vern’s College of Business and Public Management.
 
To Register call 1-877-831-9377 or email info@mcscorp.org
 
 
]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/bakersfield-access-to-capital/feed/ 0 Brown Bag Dialogue: Internet Marketing Secrets Exposed http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-internet-marketing-secrets-exposed/ http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-internet-marketing-secrets-exposed/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:30:51 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1157 Friday, January 20

Noon to 1:00 pm

71 Zaca Lane, Suite 130, SLO

Mission Community Services/Women’s Business Center

Presenter: JoJo Stanfield, Owner of Good2BSeen an online marketing agency

Are you spending time and money for online marketing with limited results?

Do you want to take your business promotion to the next level but don’t know where and how to start?

 This presentation will give you “insider tips” for implementing a successful online marketing plan in 2012. 

You’ll discover:

* The basic strategy behind all effective online marketing campaigns

* The 5 essential ingredients for success on the web

* Free and low cost ways to build a loyal customer base

* Your most important role in your online marketing campaign (you can delegate tasks, but not these!) 

You’ll walk away with a better understanding of digital marketing and discover techniques you can implement right away.

JoJo has been an online marketing strategist since 1999.  She helps small business owners and entrepreneurs implement online marketing plans customized to fit their unique needs, values, goals and resources. 

This is a FREE event and everyone is welcome! RSVP to info@mcscorp.org or call 595-1357

 

]]> http://www.mcscorp.org/brown-bag-dialogue-internet-marketing-secrets-exposed/feed/ 0 More Patents Granted to Women in Recent Years http://www.mcscorp.org/more-patents-granted-to-women-in-recent-years/ http://www.mcscorp.org/more-patents-granted-to-women-in-recent-years/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:09:10 +0000 Denise http://www.mcscorp.org/?p=1147 New Study Examines Patent Applications by Gender, Link to Women Entrepreneurs

IP release

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