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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connections: Montgomery County
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nLet’s chat virtually over coffee! \nJoin Maryland Women’s Business Center for a networking group created just for Montgomery County entrepreneurs facilitated by your Senior MWBC Business Counselour\, Martha Jiminez \nDuring the coffee chat we will:\n– Network with each other\n– Learn from one another and\,\n– Build a supportive community \nNote Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/coffee-connections-montgomery-county/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210205T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T161555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225610Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Market Your Business on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nMarketing your products or services is a critical component of a successful business and differentiates your company from the competition. During this workshop\, you will create a step-by-step plan to develop a marketing strategy\, including: \n\nCrafting your marketing goals\nIdentifying the ideal target audience\nResearching competition\nSetting a realistic budget\n\n*Intended Audience: Pre-venture\, Startup \nMarket Your Business On a Budget is the final workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order: \n\nIntroduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC\nSteps to Start Your Business\nDevelop Your Business Plan\nMarket Your Business on a Budget\n\nPre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app. \nPrice: $25 \nNote: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance\, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities. 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/webinar-market-your-business-on-a-budget-6/
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210206T113000
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SUMMARY:Todo lo que usted debe saber antes de reportar los impuestos del 2020
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nSi usted es dueño de una pequeña empresa y durante 2020 su empresa recibió algún alivio como una subvención o si solicitó un Préstamo Comercial\, o incluso si ha recibido Desempleo para enfrentar la pandemia\, debe tomar esta clase\, para saber cómo declarar sus impuestos de 2020 y qué debe evitar. O incluso si no obtuvo ganancias o tuvo que cerrar su negocio\, considere esta clase como obligatoria para usted. \nDurante este seminario web\, un C.P.A de gran reputación abordará perfectamente este tema y responderá a todas sus preguntas. Venga preparado y NO ESPERE hasta abril para comprender cómo declarar los impuestos de 2020 de su empresa. \nRecuerde\, 2020 no fue un año regular\, y declarar impuestos sin la experiencia de un CPA puede ser más peligroso para su negocio que el COVID19 en sí. \nTenga en cuenta nuestras políticas: regístrese temprano para garantizar un asiento. Se invita a mujeres y hombres a asistir a nuestros talleres de formación. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom al registrarse. Si es la primera vez que usa Zoom\, le recomendamos que inicie sesión unos minutos antes\, ya que es posible que deba instalar la aplicación Zoom.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/todo-lo-que-usted-debe-saber-antes-de-reportar-los-impuestos-del-2020/
CATEGORIES:Child Care,COVID-19,Spanish,Tax Planning,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T162140Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Free Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Orientation to MWBC
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nIn partnership with Montgomery County Public Libraries\, we present a FREE INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP \nBecoming a successful entrepreneur requires hard work and thorough planning. During this workshop we will: \n\nExamine the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.\nClarify some of the myths and realities of small business ownership.\nStart a self-assessment to determine your readiness to become a small business owner.\nSet a plan of action to complete your self-assessments by seeking feedback from stakeholders\, such as family\, friends\, and potential customers.\nDescribe the services provided by the Maryland Women’s Business Center and other local resources that can aid you in starting and growing your business.\n\nIf you are just starting your entrepreneurial journey\, we recommend that you take this workshop first. \nIntended Audience: Pre-venture \nIntroduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC is the first workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order:\n1. Introduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC\n2. Steps to Start Your Business\n3. Develop Your Business Plan\n4. Market Your Business on a Budget \n  \nNote Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/webinar-free-introduction-to-entrepreneurship-and-orientation-to-mwbc-8/
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T150000
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SUMMARY:How to Post During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nHow to Post During a Pandemic: A webinar on how to use social media during the pandemic to boost your business. This class will include ways to bring in new followers and sales and tips for using social media during this new normal. Facilitated by\, CMO of Chaney Communications\, Amber Chaney.\nNote: Pre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/how-to-post-during-a-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T162632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225821Z
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SUMMARY:Teleworking Best Practices - Conflict Management
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nRecent times have caused many people to feel like it’s becoming harder and harder to have civil discourse with others\, both in person and within the virtual world. This workshop will teach it’s attendees the recipe for receptiveness and give them the skills to create a peaceful and effective dialog with others. The goal of this workshop is to better prepare people for difficult conversations by learning how to respond to anger and hostility\, find common ground with those who have different values or opinions\, and engage with others effectively online. \n  \nFacilitated by\, Molly Wilson. Molly is the program manager with the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County. She has been meditating with CRCMC since 2016. She oversees the community mediation program\, youth department & various court partnerships. Molly received a BA in Political Science & Psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). \n  \nNote Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/teleworking-best-practices-conflict-management/
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T163005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225536Z
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SUMMARY:Café y conexiones: condado de Montgomery
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\n¡Charlemos virtualmente con un café! Únase al Maryland Women’s Business Center para un grupo de redes creado solo para emprendedores del condado de Montgomery\, facilitado por su asesora comercial senior de MWBC\, Martha Jiminez Durante la charla de café: – Conectarse entre sí – Aprender unos de otros y\, – Construir una comunidad de apoyo \nTenga en cuenta nuestras políticas: regístrese temprano para garantizar un asiento. Se invita a mujeres y hombres a asistir a nuestros talleres de formación. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom al registrarse. Si es la primera vez que usa Zoom\, le recomendamos que inicie sesión unos minutos antes\, ya que es posible que deba instalar la aplicación Zoom.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/coffee-connections-montgomery-county-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20201002T155019Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Time Management for a Small Business
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nThe better you manage your time\, the more money you can earn. With time management\, business owners maximize how much they get done each working day. During this workshop we will explain the concept of time management and why is it important to a small business. You will learn time management practices that are commonly employed by a small business\, including:\n• Pareto analysis\n• ABC method\n• Eisenhower method\n• POSEC method \n*Intended Audience: start-up\, growth \nNote Our Policies: Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/free-webinar-time-management-for-a-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T164633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225514Z
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SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence in a Virtiual Workplace
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nJoin us for a 60- minute workshop to understand the importance of our emotional intelligence and the impact on your business or career. Facilitated by The Dames Group\, LLC CEO\, Shaneiree Dames. \nDuring the discussion we will: \nØ Define self-awareness & self-management \nØ Share best practices for elevating our business /career through \nself-awareness \nØ Provide resources for learning more about this topic \n  \nNote Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/webinar-free-introduction-to-entrepreneurship-and-orientation-to-mwbc-9/
CATEGORIES:Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225500Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connections: How to Choose an Attorney
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nUsing Legal Services Efficiently—Why\, What\, Who\, Where\, When and How”? \nLearn how to choose the best lawyer to fit your business needs and learn when to involve an attorney with Jessica Chod\, Esq. from Potomac Law Group. \nNote Our Policies: Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/coffee-connections-how-to-choose-an-attorney/
CATEGORIES:Managing a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210204T161545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T002213Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connections: MWBC Frederick County (Promoting Your Brand)
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nJoin Maryland Women’s Business Center for a NEW monthly networking group created just for Frederick County entrepreneurs facilitated by your MWBC Counselour\, Karen Kalantzis! \nBrief Description: \nYour brand is the heart and soul of your business. A powerful\, consistent brand will pay off in perceived value\, customer loyalty and so much more. \nLearn about the importance of branding\, knowing who your customer is and defining your company voice. \nSue Bio: \n  \nSue Hough founded Octavo Designs in April 2000. Since then\, Octavo has grown into a locally and nationally recognized graphic design studio. Sue has over twenty-five years of experience in graphic design\, pre-press\, and print industry. In 2003\, Sue acquired Gecko Media Group\, a regional web development and marketing firm\, thus elevating the company’s web design presence. As a result\, Octavo dives into both print and interactive marketing services. Sue is the creative director with a branding focus that ties directly into each client’s marketing strategies and goals. She also devotes her efforts to the community and enjoys sponsoring activities and volunteering her design services for numerous regional non-profit organizations. \n  \n  \nNote Our Policies: Register early to guarantee a seat. Women and men are invited to attend our training workshops. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app.
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/coffee-connections-mwbc-frederick-county-branding/
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T235029
CREATED:20210106T173155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T225416Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Steps to Start Your Business
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\n\nDiscover what it really takes to start your own business. This newly re-designed workshop walks you through the steps you need to take to get your startup up and running. Topics addressed include: \n\nWriting a business plan\nFunding your business\nLegal considerations\nRegistering your business in Maryland\nObtaining your federal tax ID\nForming a B.A.I.L. team\nManaging risk\nMarketing your business\n\nIntended Audience: Pre-Venture \nSteps to Start Your Business is the second workshop in our “Plan and Start Your Business” series. It is recommended that you take workshops in the following order: \n\nIntroduction to Entrepreneurship and MWBC\nSteps to Start Your Business\nDevelop Your Business Plan\nMarket Your Business on a Budget\n\nPre-registration is required. You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting upon registration. If this is your first time using Zoom\, we recommend that you log on a few minutes early as you may need to install the Zoom app. \nNote: MWBC recognizes that many individuals and businesses are experiencing financial hardships right now. If the cost of this workshop is a deterrent to your attendance\, please contact us to discuss scholarship opportunities. 
URL:https://marylandwbc.org/workshops-and-seminars/webinar-steps-to-start-your-business-7/
CATEGORIES:Core,Legal Issues,Marketing,Starting a Business,Webinar,Workshop
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