Nichols Library now has a print subscription to Crain's Chicago Business! You can find it in our periodicals section--which means that back issues can be checked out. If you're not a habitual Nichols visitor or you'd prefer to read it online, you can also find the full text of articles from the current issue back to 1995 in our Gale General Onefile database.
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Wednesday, December 1, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Online
Successful business owners use their financial statements to guide the management of their business. But what if you're not an accountant? In this interactive workshop, participants will learn to read the three basic types of financial statements—balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow—and identify relevant and significant financial measures requiring management action. Click the program title to register for this virtual program. Watch for an email the day of the program with a link to join. |
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So, You Want to Start a Business? Wednesday, January 5, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Nichols Library Coworking SpaceThis session is intended for anyone who is thinking about starting their own business or curious about the services offered by NaperLaunch and SCORE Fox Valley. Participants will engage in a self-assessment of their entrepreneurial skills and consider some basic questions for which every aspiring entrepreneur should have a clear answer. They will also learn about the NaperLaunch Academy from instructors and past participants. Click the program title to register for this in-person program.
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For more than 5 years, the NaperLaunch Academy has offered a focused curriculum to help entrepreneurs develop fundamental business knowledge and learn the “lean startup process.” Beginning in January, the curriculum will be divided into two 4-week series, Starting a Business and Growing a Business. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions at the Nichols Library and complete homework assignments outside of class. |
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Starting a Business Series Wednesdays, January 19 - February 9, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Nichols Library Coworking SpaceDuring this 4-week series, attendees will learn to use a lean business model canvas to develop their business concept; determine funding strategies and sources, pricing models and break-even analysis; and address key operational concerns including bookkeeping and accounting concepts, sales and income tax requirements, state and federal employment regulations and insurance and risk management issues. Click the program title to register for this in-person program.
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Growing a Business Series Wednesdays, February 23 - March 16, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Nichols Library Coworking SpaceDuring this 4-week series, attendees will learn the basics of writing a business plan and a strategic marketing plan with the help of some library resources specifically designed for this purpose. They will also learn six fundamental professional selling skills and how to use them in sales transactions. Registration opens February 1 for this in-person program.
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These open discussions are intended to promote sharing of experience and knowledge among members and guests of NaperLaunch. Discussion topics are based on the interests and needs of the participants.
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Women's Business Roundtable Wednesday, December 1, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Online Women business owners, startups, nonprofit and entrepreneurs come together to discuss business challenges and opportunities. Use this group as your advisory team and learn how to overcome the many challenges of entrepreneurship. This roundtable is being held virtually via Zoom. Register with SCORE Fox Valley.
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Women’s Business Roundtable Wednesday, December 15, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Online Women business owners, startups, nonprofit and entrepreneurs come together to discuss business challenges and opportunities. Use this group as your advisory team and learn how to overcome the many challenges of entrepreneurship. This roundtable is being held virtually via Zoom. Register with SCORE Fox Valley.
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