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

7th Floor, Suite 700

For new users to QuickBooks Online or seasoned users who want to master the basics. At this session, learn step-by-step instructions on these topics:
•	The Dashboard
•	Banking: Checking; Savings; Credit Cards
•	Expenses: Vendors
•	Sales and Invoicing: Customers; Products & Services
•	Employees: Payroll; Contractors (1099)
•	Reports
•	Sales Tax: Payroll Tax
•	Accounting: Charts of Accounts; Bank Reconciliation

Also learn about:
•	Working with inventory
•	Everyday transactions
•	Bank reconciliation
•	Closing the books
•	And more

These days, all you hear on the news are companies (big & small) suffering from cyber-attacks. We have found that many organizations, no matter their size, do not understand what it takes to protect against a cyber-invasion OR what to do after they have been hacked. 

John Madigan, CEO of ATS Tech Solutions will share the latest in cyber activity; how hackers today are adapting technology with new tricks and tools to use against us. Learn the seemingly innocent things most of us do that increase our risk of becoming a victim and the best steps to protect your personal and professional information. 

#CyberStrength will explore and challenge the business owner professional to prepare and strengthen their cybersecurity plan.  It will position their company to take advantage of the opportunities provided by having a strong, cybersecurity posture. Learn about the growing cyber threats and challenges that businesses face.

Log in instructions will be emailed to you prior to the class starting.

Please bring your own laptop to this event. 

January 11 , 2020  QuickBooks is one of Intuit’s primary products as it allows users to track and monitor accounting for your small business. This course is designed in support of the latest QuickBooks version. Developed specifically for beginners, prospective users, and current customers who desire more benefits from the product.  The course provides a practical hands on approach to learning the features and the functions available to users. Using case studies in a computer lab environment, participants will be able to  learn how to set up a new company file, create product and service items, manage chart of accounts, add customer and vendor profiles, process daily transactions, electronically download bank transactions and also view reports.The course will cover the following topics:Accounting Principles Overview,New Company Set Up, Recording Daily Transactions,Reports, CPA Insights, and Q/A at End of Session, PLUS - complimentary, no cost,  extended QB support beyond the classroom.

January 22, 2020 - "Strategic Digital Target Marketing" - Join us for networking, discussions, and information shared with fellow business owners over breakfast.  It's time to revisit digital marketing and updates to ever-changing strategies, rules, and platforms.  What do you need to know to reach current and potential customers in the most cost-effective manner?  Do you have information to thoughtfully discuss goals with marketing personnel?  Come share, learn, and enjoy great food and fellowship at our 6th Annual CEO Breakfast.  

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.

Ask about an Early Bird Special.

Rev your digital marketing engine! Accelerate Your Digital Marketing is an interactive course designed to teach small business owners and key employees how to be successful in the digital landscape. Early Bird Discount available!

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

Ask about Early Bird Pricing.

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