Training

ENROLLMENT:
Applicants MUST be accepted before they can enroll. (Applications are reviewed to ensure competitive conflicts are minimized.) Once approved, register and pay before October 9th (Early Bird Discount) and tuition will be $595 per qualified applicant. A discount code will be given at the time of approval. After October 9th, tuition will return to full price of $895. This program is made available to qualified applicants by the generous support and partnerships of our Statewide Sponsor, Georgia Power. For more information visit: https://www.georgiasbdc.org/growsmart/

Located on the 7th Floor, Suite 705

Located on the 7th Floor, Suite 705

HIRING TO WIN: 
Have you ever hired or promoted someone who did not live up to your expectations? Is there a better way to ensure success? You will learn more about: Average vs. Superior Worker, The Information Gap, The Hiring Process, Types & Uses of Assessments for “Job Matching”, Three Places to Fix “People Problems”
BAD HIRE, NOW WHAT? 
You have made a hiring mistake. What do you do to remedy the situation? You will learn about: Identify the Types of “Bad Hires, Warning: Your New Hire is Not Who You Thought They Were, Steps to Deal With a Bad Hire, Learning From Our Mistakes, Retaining Your Superstars

HIRING TO WIN: 
Have you ever hired or promoted someone who did not live up to your expectations? Is there a better way to ensure success? You will learn more about: Average vs. Superior Worker, The Information Gap, The Hiring Process, Types & Uses of Assessments for “Job Matching”, Three Places to Fix “People Problems” 

BAD HIRE, NOW WHAT? 
You have made a hiring mistake. What do you do to remedy the situation? You will learn about: Identify the Types of “Bad Hires, Warning: Your New Hire is Not Who You Thought They Were, Steps to Deal With a Bad Hire, Learning From Our Mistakes, Retaining Your Superstars

Is your business Google ready for the holiday season? Kick start your customers' holiday shopping season by marketing your business. We'll discuss how to get in front of your customers and showcase what you offer using Google My Business, Google Ads, and more.

People in Albany and surrounding communities are looking for what you offer--and they're looking online. That's why we're teaming up with Google to host a free workshop to help you and your fellow businesses get online and grow.

Join us and invite anyone you think would benefit! 

Go to https://www.georgiasbdc.org/growsmart for complete program description.  Early bird discounts available.  Application must be completed to be considered for discount and acceptance.  

19th floor

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Gain practical knowledge of all generations in the workforce: Silent and Greatest Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z/Post-Millennials, Identify your DiSC Personality Profile, Understand how your DiSC Personality Profile is best utilized in the workforce, Learn how to work with other Personality Profiles

Located on the 7th Floor, Suite 705

YOU WILL LEAVE THIS HANDS-ON WORKSHOP WITH A DIGITAL
MARKETING ROADMAP YOU CAN TAKE BACK TO YOUR BUSINESS AND BUILD ON.

MAPPING IT OUT: A digital marketing roadmap strategy that fits your business, LIFE IN THE FACEBOOK FASTLANE: Facebook mistakes you might be making & how to fix them, WISH YOU WERE HERE: Use email marketing a great content to connect with customers, I SPY SOMETHING THAT STARTS WITH SEO: Can you customers fi nd you online?, ROUTES TO CONSIDER: Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, video media... which are right for you?, OFF & RUNNING: The Digital Roadmap for your business

In order to effectively market yourself in the government sector, you should have a corporate résumé. Government agencies call this a Capabilities Statement. A Capabilities Statement should contain information to tell buyers why you’re an expert and why they should feel confident about awarding you a contract. This workshop provides instruction on how to write a good Capabilities Statement, including all the right ingredients. If you are looking for help with how to present your company to government decision-makers, then attending this workshop is a must.

Ever wondered how to introduce your business to a government buyer? Like everything else, there's a right way and a wrong way. Government officials are often pressed for time, so you usually have a limited amount of time to "sell yourself." This workshop will teach you how to introduce yourself like a pro ... and convince decision-makers that you are an expert at what you do!
BRING YOUR BROWN BAG LUNCH!  

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.

Struggling to find balance in a business that requires farming and financial expertise?
 
At Good to Grow, participants will develop important skills specifically for fruit and vegetable growing businesses. Hear from UGA Extension Agents, UGA Small Business Development Center Consultants, Professors, chefs, and other industry experts. Breakfast, lunch, and networking are included! 

KEY TAKEWAYS: Develop a thorough knowledge of a fruit and vegetable farming business, Implement important marketing & financial business tools, Understand specific farming techniques to ensure a rich harvest, Discover secrets to becoming a restaurant supplier, Understand food safety standards

If your business is ready for growth, SBDC GrowSmart gives you the tools and strategies to reach your goals. GrowSmart was developed by the UGA SBDC to meet the needs of growing businesses. Combining the latest ideas with timeless principles, GrowSmart will propel your business forward! UGA SBDC training has helped thousands of business owners build a foundation for growth. GrowSmart is the product of our experience and commitment to Georgia’s small businesses.

Combined with long term one-on-one consulting with SBDC professionals, learn to apply course principle

Owning a small business is the cornerstone of the American economy. Building your business to
withstand the test of time requires a unique set of tools. SBDC StartSmart™ provides
the resources, support, and motivation to put your dream within reach.

Go to https://www.georgiasbdc.org/startsmart for complete program description. Early bird discounts available. Application must be completed to be considered for discount and acceptance.

Build your dream to withstand the test of time with SBDC StartSMART™
Owning a small business is the cornerstone of the American economy. Building your business to
withstand the test of time requires a unique set of tools. SBDC StartSmart™ provides
the resources, support, and motivation to put your dream within reach.

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.

Price is per company, multiple attendees from same company welcome.

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.

The Starting A Business course covers important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years.

Topics for discussion include:

Personal Traits of an Entrepreneur
Marketing Analysis
Legal and Insurance Considerations
Technology for Your Business
Bookkeeping and Accounting Basics
Financial and Money Management
Basics of Business Plan Preparation
Who should attend: Startups (businesses less than 2 years old)

Course materials provided.