Pitt Community College SBC

PCC Greenville Center

Greenville, NC

This seminar will give an overview of the various topics on which to focus when attempting to start a business. Cost: FREE

Speaker: Jim Ensor

Success in business begins with a plan. By committing your idea to paper, you face tough questions and identify strengths and weaknesses. Business plans are not just for financing purposes; they are working documents to guide your business. For new and established small business owners, the course will start you down the path of small business success. Cost: FREE

Speaker: Jim Ensor

This course will provide an overview of the alternative forms for conducting business including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, “C” corporations and “S” corporations. It will cover the formation and operation of each business form and examine their relative advantages and disadvantages. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the various tax, legal and operational considerations relevant to selecting the most appropriate legal form in which to operate their respective businesses. Cost: FREE

Speaker: J. King

Regardless of the type of business you have, pricing is crucial. Don’t cheat your customers or your business by pricing your self out of the game. It’s easier that you think. A few simple strategies will have you right in line with the competition and generating profits as well. Cost: FREE

Speaker: Jim Ensor

THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT EMERGE GALLERY - 404 S. EVANS STREET - DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE Think you don't need Google? Think again! Even if your customers aren't using it, Google+ is the number one tool recommended for small business use even above Facebook. Why? It helps customers find your art business in Google search. Come learn why you need to be on Google+, how to set up your profile, setting up your business page, and more! Cost: FREE

Speaker: Ashley Thompson

HP Learning Initiative for Entrepreneurs (HP LIFE) is a global program that offers aspiring entrepreneurs and small business-owners valuable business skills. HP LIFE offers participants a path to realizing their business dreams. The NC Small Business Center Network, in partnership with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), is pleased to offer this innovative program to NC entrepreneurs and small business owners free of charge! This program is self-paced, making it possible for more aspiring entrepreneurs to participate. All you have to do is register to start.

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