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DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE: (Four consecutive Wednesdays)March 3 &amp; 10 - 6:00 to 8:00pmMarch 17 &amp; 24 - 6:00 to 9:00pm  LocationMicrosoft1290 Avenue of the Americas (52nd St.) - Radio City Conference RoomNew York CityAre you an entrepreneur? Do you have questions about business plans, legal structures, insurance, taxes and record keeping? Do you want to better market your business? Do you want to learn about financing options and how to leverage technology for growth? If you are seeking answers to the above questions, sign up for Asian Women In Business&rsquo; Starting Your Business 101 series. We will take a comprehensive look at the most important aspects of running a successful business. You will pick up new ideas for growing your business and meet like minded entrepreneurs. Whether you are looking to hone your skills or preparing to start a business, this four-week, 10 hour series is a must attend.Week 1 - March 3, 2010Writing A Business Plan (6:00-8:00pm)- Elements of an effective plan- Why and when you need a Business Plan- Importance of strategic planning - Using research and resources to make your case  Week 2 - March 10, 2010Marketing Fundamentals (6:00-8:00pm)- Creating a Marketing Plan, and other strategies- Out smart your competitors- Finding customers- Online and offline tips Week 3 - March 17, 2010Legal Structures, Taxes &amp; Record Keeping (6:00-9:00pm)- Legal structures and deciding what is best for you - Accounting essentials: cash flow, balance sheets, record keeping &amp; taxes- Software for small businessesWeek 4 - March 24, 2010 Financing and Insurance (6:00-9:00pm)- Establishing banking relationships- Applying for a Loan &amp; SBA Guarantees- Alternative financing- Necessary insurance for your businessAll sessions will be conducted by industry experts.Cost*Series: $30 for members, $75 for non-membersPer Class: $15 for members, $25 for non-members*plus small  processing fee if paying online via PayPal This program was made possible by the generous support of Prudential Financial.   
SUMMARY;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Starting Your Business 101: March 2010
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