This NEW 90-minute interactive workshop will teach you Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a leading strategy in increasing productivity on a business and personal level.  EFT is a simple and effective technique that teaches you how to tap on acupoints with focused attention. Please see flyer for more information. 

Cost: $40.00

Do you want a simple yet effective business plan that will actually help you succeed in business? With this innovative workshop you will learn what it takes to SUCCEED!!!

Discober the 6 key components you must have in your business plan and the 12-minute process to make your plan perfect:

* Review sample plans that work and really understand why they work.

* Find out how to avoid the 3 deadly sins of writing an ineffective plan.

* Learn the 3 critical questions to ask so you can craft worthwhile strategies.

* Avoid wasting time working on the wrong components of your plan.

* Understand the difference between a mission and vision statement.

Internet Marketing Class - Beginner

In this class you will learn:

• How to get top rankings on Google
• How to access free tools
• Pick the right keywords for you business
• Market locally

Instructor, Coryon Redd, is a successful entreprenuer who has grown an e-commerce busines to over 3 million in annual sales of cell phone batteries and accessories through www.batteries4less.com.

Cost: $55.00

See attached flyer.

Due to holiday, the SEDCorp office is closed.

The Sierra Economic Development Corporation is pround to present:

How To Start A Business 

"But the problem is that I don't know the first step to take..."

Sound familiar? But by taking the right steps, you can create a booming business.

Brent Smith, SEDCorp CEO, will walk you through the steps in the Business Start-up process, not just stating the questions that need to be answered but the criteria to be satisfied in answering them.

In this workshop, you will:

Don't miss the opportunity to turn Internet Shoppers into Loyal Customers!

Instrucor, Coryon Redd, is a successful entrepreneur who has grown an e-commerce business to over 3 million in annual sales of cell phone batteries and accessories at www.batteries4less.com.   

The Intermediate workshop will focus on:

• * Social Media Marketing - Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, and more.
• * Link building - Learn how to build inbound links to your website, an absolute must.
• * Pay per click advertising - Learn how to set up adwords account to bid on keywords on Google.

Cost: $55.00

Please see flyer for information.

Thinking of Selling  Your Business

Protect your years of sacrifice and hard work with solid exit planning.

Avoid potential mistakes.

If you are thinking of taking the leap and selling your business, or perhaps received an offer you can't refuse, this course is for YOU!  Selling your business is about planning, preparation, communication, and exicution.

You don't need to be a financial expert to enroll.  This course will provide a comprehensive list of issues and activities that should be addressed as you consider this life changing event.

Cost:$45.00

See attached flyer.

You will literally walk out of this classroom with a Business Page on Facebook!

In this workshop you will:

• Set-up your Facebook Business Page.
• Set-up your Linkin Page. (time permitting)
• Receive an overview of Social Media/Networking and how to take advantage of it.
• Learn what to ask when hiring a professional to set everything up for you if you don't want to (or don't have the time to) do it yourself.

Cost: $45.00

See attached flyer for information.

 QuickBooks Pro is one of the most widely used small business accounting software in the market. DON'T FIGHT IT. USE IT.

Christa R. Peterson is an Intuit Certified Advanced ProAdvisor and has worked in the accounting field for over 20 years. Christa will walk you through daily data entry using QuickBooks Pro software.

• In the Data Entry class you will receive hands on training:
• Usage of forms
• Reconciling accounts
• (It is recommended that the Setup class is taken before this class.)

Instruction covers PC version only.  Laptop not required. 

SEDCorp is offering two QuickBook classses: Setup and Data Entry.

Cost: $55.00 (Take both classes for $105.00 and save $5.00)

Payable in advance by check or credit card. Space is limited, so don't delay.

Please see flyer for more information.

Survival Tools to Manage Your Business Finances

This workshop covers accounting transactions, financial forecasting break-even analysis and cash flow projections. Don't miss the boat!

Instuctor, Dave McDougall, has an extensive background in both the corporate and small business world. From 1970 to 1988 Dave worked for various Fortune 500 companies in middle to upper-level management positions. In 1988, Dave started his own business that eventually grew into a $12 million, 120 employee multi-location car rental company. Dave sold the business in 2001 and is enjoying consulting throughout the counties.

In this workshop you will learn:

*Financial Forecasting - forecast accurately and realistically

*Financial implications of common accounting transactions

*An important tool to assist you in making business decisions.

*Break-even Analysis

Cost: $30.00

Payable in advance by check or credit card. Space is limited, so don't delay.

Do you want a simple yet effective business plan that will actually help you succeed in business? With this innovative workshop you will learn what it takes to SUCCEED!!!

Discober the 6 key components you must have in your business plan and the 12-minute process to make your plan perfect:

* Review sample plans that work and really understand why they work.

* Find out how to avoid the 3 deadly sins of writing an ineffective plan.

* Learn the 3 critical questions to ask so you can craft worthwhile strategies.

* Avoid wasting time working on the wrong components of your plan.

* Understand the difference between a mission and vision statement.

Cost: $45.00 

Payable in advance by check or credit card. Space is limited, so don't delay.