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Free February Small Business Training Opportunities 

January 29, 2025

Gain insights and skills needed to grow your business through SCORE’s small business training. Participate in free webinars, in-person and online workshops, events and courses led by industry experts. Whether you’re starting out or looking to expand, SCORE provides the educational tools to help small businesses succeed. 

Strategies and Tips for Outsourcing for Small Business Owners 

  • February 6, 2025, 1:00pm EST

Running a business can be overwhelming, making it hard to focus on what truly drives success. Outsourcing can help. It allows you to hand off important tasks to skilled freelancers so you can concentrate on growing your business.  

In this webinar, seasoned entrepreneur Brian Fried will guide you through the essentials of outsourcing success. Learn how to navigate platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Guru, identify top talent, and create an efficient workflow. Whether you need help with web design, marketing, or video production, this session will empower you to build a team, save time, and help you meet your business goals. 

Learning Objectives: 

  • Recognize the benefits and challenges of outsourcing 
  • Master popular freelancing platforms to locate top talent 
  • Develop a vetting process to ensure you hire the right freelancers 
  • Implement effective communication and project management strategies 
  • Protect intellectual property while working with remote teams 

 

Bookkeeping Basics for Small Businesses Owners 

  • February 13, 2025, 1:00pm EST 

For small business owners, bookkeeping can be a daunting task. However, understanding bookkeeping basics is crucial for making informed financial decisions, paying taxes and ensuring your business’s long-term success. 

In this webinar, an expert presenter will cover the basics of bookkeeping and tips for simplifying the process and setting your business up for long-term success. 

You will learn: 

  • Why bookkeeping is so important 
  • How to set up a bookkeeping system that works for your business 
  • Best practices for accurately tracking income and expenses 
  • How bookkeeping can simplify tax season and save you time 
  • Proven tips and tools to streamline your bookkeeping process 

Mastering Small Business Taxes – A Startup Guide to Taxes 

  • February 25, 2025, 1:00pm EST 

Don’t miss out on the small business training opportunity to enhance your tax literacy. Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to optimize your small business tax strategy. 

In this small business training, expert presenter, Barbara Weltman, will guide you through the key aspects of small business taxes to help you enhance your tax literacy and empower your business for financial success. 

After this webinar, you will walk away with a better understanding of taxes, including: 

  • How your choice of entity affects your tax bill 
  • Why and how taxes influence business decisions 
  • How to find answers to tax questions when running your business 
  • When and how to work with tax professionals 
  • Strategies to lower your tax bill