How are Netflix, Airbnb, Trader Joe's, Microsoft, MTV and Revlon all related? The surprising common thread of this eclectic list of recognizable brands is that they were all started during a recession. Our point is, if you have an entrepreneurial dream, don't let economically challenging and politically uncertain times hold you back! The U.S. economy has a long history of supporting startups that have prospered during hard times and have grown to become some of our most well-known brands. If the startup bug has bitten you, or if you know someone with this exciting "affliction" we invite you, or them, to check out the resources and services at NaperLaunch, a new-business startup service center located in the Naperville Public Library. Please share this newsletter message with anyone preparing to startup. There's plenty of help available in the form of workshops, coaching sessions, library information resources, roundtables and master mind groups. Find it all at www.naperlaunch.org. We'll be glad to assist you!
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Don't miss the next Biz Buzz Book Club discussion on Wednesday, January 20, at 1:00 p.m. We will be discussing the book "Ask a Manager" by Alison Green.
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NaperLaunch Academy Workshops Open to the public, but registration required for Zoom Webinar
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The NaperLaunch Academy curriculum helps entrepreneurs develop fundamental business knowledge, a unique value proposition and a business plan. The advanced workshops also cover marketing strategy and selling skills. The next series of workshops will be in January and February 2021.
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Business Conceptualization Wednesday, January 13, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Zoom Videoconference This two-hour workshop introduces the Lean Business Model Canvas and its all-important Unique Value Proposition concept, as well as 12 behavioral traits that have proven to be accurate predictors of entrepreneurial success and satisfaction. Business founders wanting to start a business or relaunch with new ideas are encouraged to attend. After attending this workshop, founders will understand how to use a lean business model canvas to develop their business concept and how to craft a powerful unique value proposition for their business.
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Startup Financial Essentials
Wednesday, January 20, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Zoom Videoconference
This two-hour workshop introduces basic concepts about funding strategies and sources, pricing models and break-even analysis. Attendees will understand how to determine the amount of money needed for a startup, how to establish an appropriate price of their product or service and how to complete a break-even analysis. SCORE volunteers and business librarians affiliated with NaperLaunch will be presenting this workshop.
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Business Operations
Wednesday, January 27, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Zoom Videoconference
To introduce key operational concerns for any business, this two-hour workshop addresses bookkeeping and accounting concepts, sales and income tax requirements, employment regulations and insurance and risk management issues. Attendees will understand the difference between bookkeeping and accounting and the value of each to a business, how federal and state tax and employment laws apply to their business and which insurance coverage is appropriate to protect the business against risk. SCORE volunteers and business librarians affiliated with NaperLaunch will be presenting this workshop.
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SCORE/NaperLaunch Roundtables These open discussions are intended to provide for 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, January 6, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Zoom Videoconference Registrants will receive meeting connection information via email. Register in advance on the SCORE Fox Valley website.
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Women's Business Roundtable Wednesday, January 20, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Zoom Videoconference Registrants will receive meeting connection information via email.
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Startup Business Roundtable Thursday, January 28, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Zoom Videoconference Registrants will receive meeting connection information via email.
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