If you already have your own business Facebook page, then now’s the time to uncover opportunities for networking with a variety of people.  Learn how to be prepared, work with newsfeed formulas, enhance your presence, place ads, and boost posts. Registration deadline: Dec 10  This class will be attended online via Zoom. You will need […]

Make Your Own Website COURSE DESCRIPTION Thinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar to Shopify, Wix and Squarespace, WordPress offers a free-to-install, flexible and simple interface to make the most of […]

A business plan is essential for every business owner. It organizes your ideas, helping you analyze the viability of your business before you start. This workshop helps clarify your business concept and covers the basics of a business plan. You will receive a business plan template, worksheets, and resources. Whether you have a business idea […]

Launching an Effective Email Strategy COURSE DESCRIPTION Email Marketing makes money. In fact, a recent study showed that for every $1 you spend on email marketing, you can expect an average return of $38. Find out what you need to start an effective email marketing campaign and reach your target audience via their email inbox. […]

From Registration and Licenses to Business Structure COURSE DESCRIPTION Starting a business? It pays to have a plan. Whether you have a winning business idea, or you’re just fascinated with the idea of launching a business, this seminar delivers a beginner-friendly course on how to start your own business. As the first half of the […]

Blogging is an important part of online business, raising awareness of products and services, building email lists, and turning fans and followers into paying customers and clients. Creating great content means knowing the pains and desires of your ideal customer/ client. Along with the fundamentals blogging, you’ll develop a list of blog topics unique to […]

From PST to Protecting Your Business COURSE DESCRIPTION The business start-up phase is an exciting time full of opportunity and big decisions. Don’t let your potential business be derailed by taking unnecessary risks. Start Smart 2: Key Considerations of Starting a Business highlights the ways you can protect your business, your employees and yourself from […]

Understanding Costs, Revenue and Profit COURSE DESCRIPTION No matter how good your idea for a product or service is, it doesn’t automatically translate into a successful business. Avoid the pitfalls of launching your business based solely on your idea. Join Bill Erichson, Pacific Training Innovations for Business Viability 1 and learn how to identify the costs […]

Make Your Own Website COURSE DESCRIPTION Thinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar to Shopify, Wix and Squarespace, WordPress offers a free-to-install, flexible and simple interface to make the most of […]

COURSE DESCRIPTION As an entrepreneur, it’s vital to conduct market research before making important decisions. Analyzing available data allows you to understand your target market, conduct a competitor analysis, view market trends and enhance your business operations. Join Small Business BC’s Market Research Analyst, Mark Eversfield, as he explains how secondary market research can help you […]

Future-Proof Your Business with a Free 1:1 Meeting with a Tech Expert While COVID-19 has affected all Columbia Basin businesses in different ways, one thing is certain—adopting technology into your business is important now more than ever. Being visible and effective online is the key to future-proofing your business in this unprecedented time. Apply today […]