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HWBC provides entrepreneurial counseling and training to women at any stage of owning a small business. HWBC recognizes your desire for professional independence and the flexibility to balance career and family. That's why we offer a variety of low-cost workshops to help you get ahead. Check in often with the HWBC events calendar.
Become an HWBC member and you'll have access to many resources: one-on-one counseling, mentoring, discounts on workshops and networking events, and much more!
You are the dreamer, the one who holds in your hands the key to your own success. The most important step you can take is to invest in yourself! We invite you to explore our website and to explore the options you have through HWBC.
Mahalo nui loa for your continued support!
September 2008
Overcoming Financial Difficulties. Friday, September 5, 2008. Learn the following: Assessment tool - how do you view finances, how is it different from my partner’s, Spending—where is it all going? Clarifying Your Finances—household portrait, Cutting Expenses—a snap shot of where you can make a
difference, and Budget and Goals—making it happen. To register click here.
Common Grounds. Monday, September 8, 2008. Hawaii Women’s Business Center (HWBC) announces “Common Grounds” a FREE peer-group mentoring circle held every second Monday of each month where established women business owners can meet informally over a cup of coffee and share their business problems and experiences. HWBC will provide the coffee and an experienced facilitator. Call 526-1001 to reserve your seat.
Business Plan Study Group. Tuesday, September 9, 2008. This study group will help you to refine and develop your business plan. Get feedback from your peers and HWBC Volunteer Counselor Susan Winklareth. This session is for individuals who already have a draft business plan so please bring your business plan with you. Call 526-1001 to reserve your seat.
Basics of Selling on eBay. Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Join Marilyn Paguirigan, Educational Specialist trained by eBay and Power Seller, for a motivating workshop that will teach you tips to Increase Your Revenue! To register click here.
How to get the most out of your Retail Location while you battle rising rent and utility costs, working smater not harder. Tuesday, September 16, 2008. In this seminar Jessica Hulser, a Senior Consultant for an Oahu based Financial Management Consulting Firm will cover: Control your Inventory, Open to Buy, and Large Payables. To register click here.
Taxes, Taxes, Taxes, Staying Out of Trouble with the IRS (and getting out, once you're there). Wednesday, September 17, 2008. As a business owner, you need to know your federal tax responsibilities. In addition to knowing about federal taxes, you need to make some basic business decisions. Understanding and complying with tax requirements is a necessary aspect of doing business. But the regulations are complicated and it can be overwhelming. To register click here.
How To Create An Effective Print Ad. Thursday, September 18, 2008. The Honolulu Advertiser Team will be presenting a workshop titled: “How to Create an Effective Print Ad!” If interested click here.
Cash Flow - What is it? How does it work? Saturday, September 20, 2008. Cash flow is the language of business and the keystone to every success. No business can survive without it! Even the most potentially profitable business can fail due to lack of cash flow. If you want to increase your bottom line, attract new capital, and save money -- improving your cash flow is essential. To register click here.
Smart Technology Buying Strategies for Small Businesses. Saturday, September 27, 2008. This workshop is designed to help individuals save money on all their technology buying needs. Using clear and simple examples, David will teach attendees how to: evaluate their technology needs, how to research the best products to fill these needs, and how to find the best prices for the products they plan to purchase. To register click here.
The Chamber and INGAGE, Inc. will be presenting the Chamber’s “Business Educational Series”. See: Business Educational Series
The Small Business Administration offers this periodic publication for the promotion of the entrepreneurial spirit, “News & Views” newsletter (click here)
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