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SUMMARY:Value Proposition & Intentional Culture from the Start
DESCRIPTION:Value Proposition: What Makes Your Business Unique? will teach you how to articulate what sets your business apart from the competition. This workshop will help you identify and communicate your unique value proposition to potential customers. Featuring Sam Miller of SCORE Mentors. \nSign up to attend this workshop \nThen\, in Intentional Culture from the Start: Build a Healthy Work Environment\, you’ll learn the importance of company culture and how to create a positive and productive work environment from day one. Learn strategies to cultivate a culture that aligns with your business values. Featuring Abby Frutchey and Charley Martin-Berry from Community Caring Collaborative. \nSign up to attend this workshop \nWant to take Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration for college credit? Complete MSBB’s Registration Form and WCCC’s Enrollment Form for access to all workshops!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/value-prop-culture/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration
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SUMMARY:Know Your Ideal Customer and Mission/Vision Alignment
DESCRIPTION:2:00 – 3:30 pm \nIn Know Your Ideal Customer: Marketing Plan 101\, you’ll develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to your target audience. Learn how to conduct market research\, identify customer needs\, and create effective marketing campaigns. \nSign up to attend this workshop \n3:45 – 5:00 pm \nThen\, in Mission\, Clarity and Vision Alignment: Define Your Path\, you’ll craft a compelling mission statement and vision for your business. Understand the importance of these guiding principles and how they can shape your business strategy. \nSign up to attend this workshop  \nWant to take Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration for college credit? Complete MSBB’s Registration Form and WCCC’s Enrollment Form for access to all workshops! \n 
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/ideal-customer-mission/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration
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SUMMARY:Branding Basics & SWOT Analysis
DESCRIPTION:2:00 – 3:30 pm: \nIn Branding Basics: What is Your Business’s Personality? you’ll discover how to develop a strong brand identity that resonates with your target audience. We’ll cover branding basics\, including logo design\, color schemes\, and brand messaging. \nSign up to attend this workshop \n3:45 – 5:00 pm: \nThen\, in SWOT Analysis: Assess Your Business Landscape\, you’ll conduct a SWOT analysis to identify your business’s strengths\, weaknesses\, opportunities\, and threats. Use this powerful tool to make informed strategic decisions. \nSign up to attend this workshop \nWant to take Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration for college credit? Complete MSBB’s Registration Form and WCCC’s Enrollment Form
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/branding-basics-swot-analysis/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration
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SUMMARY:All Things Legal
DESCRIPTION:2:00 – 3:30 pm: \nIn All Things Legal: Navigating the Legal Landscape at Startup\, you’ll get acquainted with the legal aspects of starting a business. This workshop covers business licenses\, permits\, zoning laws\, and other legal requirements. Learn the legal distinctions between independent contractors and employees. Understand the implications for hiring\, taxes\, and compliance to ensure you’re following the law. \nSign up to attend this workshop \n3:45 – 5:00 pm: \nThen\, in All Things Legal: Hiring Essentials\, you’ll learn the legal distinctions between independent contractors and employees. Understand the implications for hiring\, taxes\, and compliance to ensure you’re following the law. \nSign up to attend this workshop \n  \n 
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/all-things-legal/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration
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SUMMARY:Pricing Your Products and Services & Startup Expenses
DESCRIPTION:2:00 – 3:30 pm: \nIn Pricing Your Products & Services: Find the Sweet Spot\, you’ll master the art of pricing. This session will cover various pricing strategies\, how to calculate costs\, and how to price your products or services to maximize profitability. \nSign up to attend this workshop \n3:45 – 5:00 pm: \nThen\, in Startup Expenses: Budget for Success\, you’ll learn about the costs associated with starting a business. Learn how to create a startup budget\, manage expenses\, and allocate resources effectively. \nSign up to attend this workshop
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/pricing-your-products-and-services-startup-expenses/
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 1.0: Venture Exploration
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