Xtra D&D: Business Basics 101 & 102

Business Basics 101 & 102 is a 4 week course will set a solid foundation for your business to build successfully. Pair this course with SCALING & SUSTAINING and take your business the NEXT level.  Dates: Saturdays Jan 11, 2025 Jan 18, 2025 Jan 25, ,2025 Feb 1, 2025   Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm Instructor: Lauren Morris   Write a Business Plan This entire course covers the fundamentals of business. We will cover how to formulate an effective business plan which will include your vision/mission statement, target market, demographics, SWOT analysis, and financial forecasting.  Elevator Pitch An elevator pitch is a brief, persuasive speech that you use to spark interest in what your organization does. You can also use it to create interest in a project, idea or product – or in yourself. A good elevator pitch should last no longer than a short elevator ride of 20 to 30 seconds, hence the name. Business Licensing Do you have the correct licensing? What is the proper licensing needed for your business? What are the benefits of being licensed? Banking Do you have a business account? What is the importance and benefits of having a business bank account? Accounting102 What is the importance/benefits of having an Accountant? Why does every business need one? Insurance102 Types of insurance specific to your business and life.