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QuickBooks - Setup

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:37:46 -0700

Start: May 24 2012 - 9:00am

End: May 24 2012 - 12:00pm

QuickBooks - Setup

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.

The Setup class will cover:
* Getting around in Quickbooks
* Setting up a Company File
* Setting up and customizing the chart of accounts, items, customers, and vendors.

Instuction covers PC version only. Laptop not required.

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

Cost: $65.00 (Take both classes for $125.00 and save $5.00)

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

QuickBooks - Data Entry

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:40:27 -0700

Start: May 24 2012 - 1:00pm

End: May 24 2012 - 4:00pm

QuickBooks - Data Entry

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

* Tracking Loans and Fixed Assets

* How to Customize Forms and Reports

(It is recommended that the Setup class is taken before this class.)

Cost: $65.00 (See below for discounted class series)

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

SEDCorp is offering a series of two QuickBook classses: Setup, and Data Entry. Take two class series for $125.00 and save $5.00.

Please see flyer for more information.

Memorial Day

Tue, 01 May 2012 13:13:33 -0700

Start: May 28 2012 - 1:00pm

End: May 28 2012 - 1:59pm

The SEDCorp office will be closed.

Show Me The $ Money $

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:02:24 -0700

Start: Jun 5 2012 - 12:00pm

End: Jun 5 2012 - 1:30pm

Yes, there are funds for start ups.

Yes, you must have a good credit score.

Yes, you need to plan before you seek funding.

Understanding finance can make the difference between the success and failure of your business. Having the correct knowledge about finance gives you the confidence to make the correct decisions at the right time.

Brent Smith, SEDCorp CEO, will examine the various business financing resources that are available right here in our community. SEDCorp will provide comprehensive information and specific points of contact on where to find and get these resources. If you are a member of any segment of business and looking for help in these "interesting" times, you should not miss this event (see attached flyer).

This Small Business Finance Workshop is geared to small and large businesses, CPA's, realtors and bankers in an effort to inform them of financial and other resouces available.

How to Create an Effective Business Plan

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:03:31 -0700

Start: Jun 5 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 5 2012 - 8:00pm

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!!!

Discover 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 wrk 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 stategies.
* Avoid wasting time working on the wrong components of your plan.
* Understand the difference between a mission and vision statement.

Cost: $45.00

SEDCorp Board of Directors Meeting

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:33:47 -0700

Start: Jun 6 2012 - 1:00pm

End: Jun 6 2012 - 3:00pm

The SEDCorp Board of Directors will hold it's regular meeting on June 6, 2012. Location and agenda will be posted one week prior to the meeting. The public is invited to attend.

Grant Writing 101

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:01:41 -0700

Start: Jun 7 2012 - 12:00pm

End: Jun 7 2012 - 2:00pm

Are you needing to learn the correct way to write a grant proposal or how to respond to a Request for Proposal (RFP)? This is the class for you.

In this class you will learn:

* A road map for writing successful proposals
* How to prepare for grant writing in advance
* What to know before you start writing
* What to look for in a grant notice
* Key ways to approach funders
* The essential components of a grant package including Scopes of Work and Budgeting
* Added extras to make your application stand out
* Tricks of the trade.

Cost: $35.00

See attached flyer.

Don't miss out on this valuable class!

Call today to reserve you seat: (530) 823-4703 or email: info@sedcorp.biz

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

Social Media Marketing 101

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:01:00 -0700

Start: Jun 7 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 7 2012 - 8:00pm

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.

Don't miss out on this valuable class!

Stress Relief That You Can Tap Into

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:00:07 -0700

Start: Jun 12 2012 - 1:00pm

End: Jun 12 2012 - 2:30pm

This 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.

In this workshop you will learn how to:

* Release sabotaging behavior

* Change negative attitudes

* Creat balance in a busy world

Internet Marking - Beginner

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:05:31 -0700

Start: Jun 12 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 12 2012 - 8:30pm

Internet Marketing - 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.

Don't miss out on this valuable class!

Website Options

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:07:36 -0700

Start: Jun 13 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 13 2012 - 8:00pm

Are you a small business owner looking to establish a web presence?

Would you like to develop a website on your own and don't know where to start?

In this workshop you will:

A basic introduction to websites. How they work and what the required elements are.
Information on tools to either develop your own business website, or on what to look for when hiring a professional to build it.
Basic website marketing tip to help you build web traffic.

Learn the crucial elements to a website that most " do-it-yourselfers" (and even many "professional" designers) leave out!

Cost: $45.00

See attached flyer for information.

Understanding Your Financial Statements

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:08:40 -0700

Start: Jun 13 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 13 2012 - 8:00pm

Sierra Economic Development Corporation is proud to present:

Understanding Your Financial Statements

Learn how to make sense of complex financial reports and discover what they really mean - prior knowledge of finance or accounting is required.

Use the information from this class to make smarter business decisions.

You will learn the meaning of various financial ratios, how to calculate them and how to use them.

You will also learn:

* Financial Strength Ratios - Current, Quick or Acid Test, Debt to Worth

* Profitability Ratios - Gross Profit Margin, Net Income Margin, and Return on Investment

* Activity Ratios - Accounts Recievable Turnover, and Inventory Turnover

Cost: $30.00

Thinking of Selling Your Business?

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:11:58 -0700

Start: Jun 14 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 14 2012 - 8:00pm

Sierra Economic Development Corporation is proud to present:

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! Sellining 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.
Don't miss out on this valuable class!

Call today to reserve you seat: (530) 823-4703 or email: info@sedcorp.biz

Get Out of Debt ASAP

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:13:09 -0700

Start: Jun 14 2012 - 6:00pm

End: Jun 14 2012 - 8:00pm

Don't miss this "infotaining" workshop with Jesse Niesen the,

"Debt Go To Guy!"

In this innovative workshop you will learn how to stop fighting over money with your loved ones, how credit works, and how to avoid common credit mistakes. If you would like to know the whole-truth about all options to get out of debt, feel relief instead of unhealthy debt stess, and sleep better at night then take the first step to becoming debt free.