Business Basics (1/8/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
This class covers the legal forms of business, name registration & taxes, business licenses, permits and regulations. You will walk away with a resource packet, business plan checklist, top 10 reasons why businesses fail, and tips to get you started!

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010
To Register:   928-8010   
Essentials of Starting a Business (1/9/2010)
Sponsored by SCORE
To help would-be entrepreneurs effectively evaluate the pros and cons of starting a small business and create a plan for small business success. The workshop discusses a wide range of subjects; financial considerations, planning, forms of business organization, financing alternatives, marketing, insurance, record keeping, and taxes. The workshop is ideal for people with ideas but still trying to figure out all the other things they need to consider about starting a business. Presented by 5 different professionals from the Austin Business Community, and augmented by SCORE counselers.

Time:  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:  SCORE offices, 5524 Bee Cave, Bldg M, Austin, TX 78746
Fee:  $50 creditcard in advance, $50 cash/check at the door. $20 for addl team
For Information:   512-928-2425     
To Register:   512-928-2425   
Business Plan – Part 1 of 2 (1/12/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Put a plan behind your business dreams! It is hard to take a business seriously when there is little or nothing in writing about its structure, future direction, or position in the marketplace. That is why a business plan may be the most important document you will ever write for your business.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
Existing Business Plan Competition Info Session (1/13/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Come learn about The Big Idea Day and Business Plan Competition. Submission of Business Plan accepted December 4th, 2009 through February 15th, 2010. Winner will be announced at The Big Idea Day April 16th, 2010. First Place Winner receives $10k in Cash and Prizes!

Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010
To Register:   928-8010   
How to Prospect New Customers (1/13/2010)
Sponsored by Central & South Texas Minority Business Council
SMSDC and MBEIC invite you to come and hear Skip Reynolds with Dale Carnegie talk about how to create an anvironment with customers to maintain a positive long-term relationship, leverage positive experiences to create customer loyalty and build champions. You will learn how to convert prospects who should be doing business with you into customers.

Time:  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:  Courtyard by Marriott, 80 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, Tx 78216
Fee:  Member $25.00 non-member $35.00
For Information:   210-477-8615     
To Register:   210-477-8615   
Existing Business Plan Competition Info Session (1/14/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Come learn about The Big Idea Day and Business Plan Competition. Submission of Business Plan accepted December 4th, 2009 through February 15th, 2010. Winner will be announced at The Big Idea Day April 16th, 2010. First Place Winner receives $10k in Cash and Prizes!

Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010
To Register:   928-8010   
Legal Issues for Small Businesses (1/15/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
This workshop will be taught by a lawyer who specializes in small business law. The workshop will cover a variety of topics including business structures, employment law, liability, and other issues related to small businesses.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E 11th St., Ste. 350, 78702
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
To Register:   928-8010   
Marketing Strategies To Jump Start Your Business (1/16/2010)
Sponsored by SCORE
Developing a practical and effective marketing plan. This workshop discusses traditional marketing issues; defining your target market and position, price, deliver, and promoting your product or service. The workshop works through many examples, but uses breakouts to have you discuss topics as they apply to your specific business idea.

Time:  9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:  SCORE offices, 5524 Bee Caves, Bldg M, Austin, TX 78746
Fee:  $35 cash/check at the door.Credit card in advanc $15 for more of same team
For Information:   512-928-2425     
To Register:   512-928-2425   
Business Plan Finance Section Workshop (1/19/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
RSVP required. Space is Limited!!
Have you considered participating in 2010 BiG idea Business Plan Competition but the idea of compiling the 2 pages of financials has you concerned? Don’t worry! We are here to help. BiGAUSTIN has scheduled a Business Plan Finance Section Workshop. Facilitating the workshop is our very own Shamsah Jaferali. You will learn a painless way to complete this section. Come to BiGAUSTIN and join this hands-on workshop and bring confidence to the financial section of your business plan!

Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
To Register:   928-8010 x 103   
Business Plan – Part 2 of 2 (1/19/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Kick start writing your business plan by attending this course! Building your business plan will focus on the necessary elements of writing a business plan, and how to prepare a coherent one.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
Essentials of Writing a Business Plan (1/19/2010)
Sponsored by SCORE
Providing general and individual guidance to help prepare and evaluate a business plan. This workshop discusses the content of a business plan and why the sections are separated but linked. We also discuss ways and places to find the information needed to fill in the holes of the plan.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  SCORE offices, 5524 Bee Cave, Bldg M, Austin, TX 78746
Fee:  $35 creditcard in advance,$35 cash/check at the door. $15 for addtl team
For Information:   512-928-2425     
To Register:   512-928-2425   
Certification 101 (1/20/2010)
Sponsored by Small and Minority Business Resources
The City of Austin offers MBE/WBE and DBE certifications to small, minority and women business owners who qualify for our program. Certification is a marketing tool that increases visibility for small business owners who wish to compete for City contracts. This workshop will explain the different types of certifications and allow business owners to ask questions.

Time:  5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location:  One Texas Center - 505 Barton Springs Road, Room 325 (3rd Floor)
Fee:  free
For Information:   512.974.7677     
To Register:   512.974.7677   
Essentials of Starting a Business (1/20/2010)
Sponsored by SCORE
To help would-be entrepreneurs effectively evaluate the pros and cons of starting a small business and create a plan for small business success. The workshop discusses a wide range of subjects; financial considerations, planning, forms of business organization, financing alternatives, marketing, insurance, record keeping, and taxes. The workshop is ideal for people with ideas but still trying to figure out all the other things they need to consider about starting a business. Presented by 5 different professionals from the Austin Business Community, and augmented by SCORE counselers.

Time:  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:  SCORE offices, 5524 Bee Cave, Bldg M, Austin, TX 78746
Fee:  $50 creditcard in advance, $50 cash/check at the door. $20 for addl team
For Information:   512-928-2425     
To Register:   512-928-2425   
Existing Business Plan Competition Info Session (1/20/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Come learn about The Big Idea Day and Business Plan Competition. Submission of Business Plan accepted December 4th, 2009 through February 15th, 2010. Winner will be announced at The Big Idea Day April 16th, 2010. First Place Winner receives $10k in Cash and Prizes!

Time:  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010
To Register:   928-8010   
Financial Foundations I - Understanding Financial Statements (1/21/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Part 1 of 2
If you need help understanding the various financial statements associated with running a business then, come to BiGAUSTIN for “Understanding Financial Statements” and get in-depth information on these topics and much more! What you will learn: • How a balance sheet differs from the profit and lost statement, • How to calculate your cash flow statement and break-even point, • Key items to look for when reviewing financial statements, • How understanding financial statements help you make informed business decisions, • How to look at financial ratios, and • How to determine your company’s cash needs. Prerequisites: Business Start-up Basics recommended, unless already in business.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
To Register:   928-8010   
Web Smarts for Small Business - Someone told me to get on the web: Starting your First Business Website (1/25/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Part 1 of 3
For most small businesses, the toughest part of picking your first website is simply knowing which questions to ask. Learn how to assess your needs objectively and find a reputable provider to build and host your business web site. We'll also leave time at the end to discuss other questions and issues related to websites and e-commerce.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350, Austin, TX 78702
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
Existing Business Plan Competition Info Session (1/26/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Come learn about The Big Idea Day and Business Plan Competition. Submission of Business Plan accepted December 4th, 2009 through February 15th, 2010. Winner will be announced at The Big Idea Day April 16th, 2010. First Place Winner receives $10k in Cash and Prizes!

Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350, Austin, TX 78702
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010
To Register:   928-8010   
Business Plan – Part 1 of 2 (1/27/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Put a plan behind your business dreams! It is hard to take a business seriously when there is little or nothing in writing about its structure, future direction, or position in the marketplace. That is why a business plan may be the most important document you will ever write for your business.

Time:  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350, Austin, TX 78702
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010     
Financial Foundations II - Understanding Cash Flow (1/28/2010)
Sponsored by Business Investment Growth
Part 2 of 2
Everything you need to know about preparing a cash flow statement, but were afraid to ask. Join BiGAUSTIN for “Financial Foundations II-Understanding Cash Flow" and get answers to these questions and learn how to determine your business’s cash flow. What you will learn: • How to identify all major sources and uses of cash flow, • Why and how to prepare a cash flow statement, • How profit and loss statements and balance sheets tie together, and • Probable causes for business failure. Prerequisites: Financial Foundations I. Instructor: John Kutsche, CFO, BSS Inc.

Time:  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  1050 E. 11th St., Ste 350, Austin, TX 78702
Fee:  FREE
For Information:   928-8010