OVERVIEW

Biz Smart Sprint is your introduction into the world of entrepreneurship. In this live, virtual 6-week course, you will learn the building blocks you need to become a successful entrepreneur. Each week, you’ll discover the key components you need to start a business, including the Business Model Canvas business planning tool, understanding your customers and market, developing a marketing strategy, legal and operational considerations, and financial basics.

This course is an excellent touchpoint for:

• Entrepreneurs who are just starting out
• Participants who need a refresher on business basics
• More established businesses looking to formalize or revamp their business planning process
• Individuals who are considering the feasibility of their “big idea”
• Product or industry experts who are looking to learn how to think of their product or service in business terms

GROWTHWHEEL

In addition to the program content, you’ll receive limited-time client access to GrowthWheel, an online platform that provides you with tools designed by an entrepreneur and used worldwide. These tools enable you to see a 360-degree view of your business and to break down business decision-making into smaller pieces – brick by brick. Your GrowthWheel account is accessible 24/7, and can be used to help you understand the different dimensions of your business, utilizing the worksheets to structure your thinking and assist you to prioritize/set your business goals.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE
In this course, program participants will have 5 sessions of required instruction (2 hours each), plus one optional 1-hour session on writing a business plan. Sessions are taught by SBDC business consultants. More program details. 

REGISTRATION
Location: Live Virtual
Schedule: 4:00- 6:00 pm CST
Dates: 6 sessions on Thursdays
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Thursday, August 12, 2021
Thursday, August 19, 2021 (approximately 1 hour session, plus optional Q&A)

Fee: $249

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or call 608-262-3909 to register.

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