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Growing your Business Internationally

Looking for markets outside the U.S?  Come learn more about exporting from Romy Ancog, Lead Export Finance Manager of the US Export Assistance Center, U.S. Small Business Administration.  He’ll talk about why you should consider exporting now, how to sell safely in the international market, which federal and state resources can help you, and potential loans and grants available for exporters. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This program will be presented on Zoom. You’ll get the meeting link a few days before the event. For more information …

Virtual Road Map to Your Local Hauling/Junk Removal Business-POSTPONED

Sorry, this program has been postponed by the speaker, we will reschedule at a later date. If you’re interested in starting a small hauling or junk removal business, this program is for you!  We’ll discuss the range of services that can be offered in hauling and junk removal businesses. Topics covered include: capital equipment, facilities, licensing and insurance requirements.  You’ll also get information on key elements in starting or formalizing your business: critical success factors, basics of funding, and banking.  Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This program …

Dollars and Sense of eCommerce

Interested in eCommerce? This program will discuss the cost of eCommerce to a business, including payment apps, accounting software, and what to look for in an online banking service. We’ll look at two finance software systems and their services for a Point-of-Sale system: Square vs. Stripe, and the apps they support. Presented by the Ann Arbor area SCORE office. Registration required. Register below or call 734-482-4110 x2411. This program will be presented on Zoom. You’ll get the meeting link a few days before the event. For more information or help using Zoom, please contact Paula Drummond: drummond@ypsilibrary.org or call 734-482-4110 …

Tips and Tricks for News Writing and Blogs

    Join Detroit Free Press journalist Chanel Stitt for an informative session on news and blog post writing. Learn the basics of reporting and starting a blog about something you care about.  This workshop will cover steps for finding what you’re most interested in writing about and  applying those to generate regular content for yourself or the public. Presented in partnership with YpsiWrites, for both adults and teens. Register below or call 734-482-4110 x2411. We’ll send you the Zoom link a few days before the event. Contact Paula Drummond: drummond@ypsilibrary.org or call 734-482-4110 x1306 if you have questions about Zoom. Fill …

Setting Up And Understanding Your Bookkeeping System

Come learn about basic financial reports and concepts that small business owners need to know.  Get prepared so you can talk to an accountant about how to set up your bookkeeping, financial statements, and other metrics so they will help you analyze and run your business. Presented by the Ann Arbor area SCORE office. Registration required. Register online or call 734-482-4110 x2411. If you want to learn how to set up your bookkeeping system on software using Quick Books as a guide, register here for our second program on Wednesday, March 17th. This program will be presented on Zoom. You’ll get …

Setting Up Your Financial Bookkeeping System on Software

Using Quick Books as a guide, we’ll go through the process of setting up an online bookkeeping system. This session will cover starting with the chart of accounts to describe the operations, Sales and types, Costs of the transaction so profit can be established, Operating expenses for tracking and managing, Bank accounts to manage funding, Customers, Vendors, and Inventory. We’ll also cover how to set up Financial reports to manage the business. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This program will be presented on Zoom. You’ll get the …

Business Planning: I Have a Business Plan, Now What?

You have a business plan in place, great! While it would be nice to cross this off your to-do list, it’s time to meet reality-you’re not done planning yet. This workshop will address the nuts and bolts of the additional types of planning necessary to make your business function and adapt to changing circumstances in your markets and the general economy. The discussion will include operations planning, planning and scheduling, as well as defining roles and responsibilities for executing the plans. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This …

Business Insurance and YOU

Each business operation has its own set of risks, so your policy needs to be tailored to your business. How do you know what type(s) of commercial insurance you need? Join us for an overview of what you need to know before you purchase commercial insurance. This workshop will outline the various types of business insurance available. Find out about general liability insurance, commercial inland marine, professional liability and malpractice insurance, product liability insurance, property insurance, commercial vehicle insurance, loss of income, key person insurance, cybercrime insurance, and surety. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online …

eCommerce: Keys to Success-EVENT CANCELLED

Sorry, this event has been cancelled. Have you been thinking about starting an eCommerce business or adding eCommerce to your existing business?  We’re here to help bring you up to speed with a 2-session workshop on eCommerce, covering the fundamentals of building your online store and attracting customers. Session 1: Building an Online Store-You’ll get a grounding in different eCommerce models, selecting your shopping platform, and navigating your way through the options of product sourcing and shipping services. We’ll look at best in class examples and resources to choose from so you can showcase your products effectively to potential buyers. …

eCommerce: Keys to Success-EVENT CANCELLED

Sorry, this event has been cancelled. Have you been thinking about starting an eCommerce business or adding eCommerce to your existing business?  We’re here to help bring you up to speed with a 2-session workshop on eCommerce, covering the fundamentals of building your online store and attracting customers. Session 1: Building an Online Store-You’ll get a grounding in different eCommerce models, selecting your shopping platform, and navigating your way through the options of product sourcing and shipping services. We’ll look at best in class examples and resources to choose from so you can showcase your products effectively to potential buyers. …

Virtual Road Map to Your Lawn Care and Maintenance Business

This session will discuss the types of services and work that can be provided for lawn care, landscaping, and exterior maintenance. We’ll cover equipment requirements, working with suppliers, pitfalls, and standards of work. Presented by the Ann Arbor Area SCORE office. Please register online below or by calling 482-4110 x 2411. This program will be presented on Zoom. You’ll get the meeting link a few days before the event. For more information or help using Zoom, please contact Paula Drummond: drummond@ypsilibrary.org or call 734-482-4110 x 1306. For additional information, please contact Paula Drummond: drummond@ypsilibrary.org or call 734-482-4110 x 1306. Fill …

tax information
Tax time again! Useful information from the IRS and State of Michigan

Published: February 8, 2018

Really, there IS useful tax information on irs.gov and michigan.gov Taxes-a word we all hear a lot this time of year.  Benjamin Franklin wrote in a 1789 letter that “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” I’d rather not talk about death, so let’s make this about taxes. The 2018 tax season runs from January 29-April 17, 2018. If you’re running a business, you’re busy, we get that. No worries!  You’ll find a wealth of information online, from the …

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