BIZ 2.0 — Free Workshop Series for Growing Businesses

Looking to reach the next stage of business succcess but not sure how to get there? Presented by local business owners, this workshop series focuses on advanced topics and challenges common to established small businesses. Join us from 7PM-8:30PM to network and learn about client retention, common legal pitfalls, and putting new marketing and sales strategies to work.

OPEN TO BUSINESSES NEW & ESTABLISHED — RESERVE YOUR SEAT FOR ONE OR ALL SESSIONS NOW.                                     PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH DATE INDIVIDUALLY.

QuickBooks: A Tale of 2 Companies       

Thurs, Feb 2 • Presenter: Alyson Distel, Edison Business Solutions

This business fable illustrates why it’s important to use financial accounting software such as QuickBooks for your business, regardless of its size.  Join us for an overview how QuickBooks works, why it’s worth the investment and how you can get the most out of it if you’re already a QuickBooks user.

All sessions are from 7PM-8:30PM at the West Orange Public Library

46 Mt Pleasant Ave

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The Most Common (and Avoidable) Legal Mistakes Small Business Owners Make

Thurs, Jan 5 • Presenter: Barry Gartenberg

Business attorney Barry Gartenberg will discuss ways to avoid the potentially serious legal mistakes small business owners commonly make when starting and running a business. Bring your questions about choosing a business entity (LLC vs corporation), partnership agreements, employee issues and more.

Keep Customers Coming Back: Tips & Ideas to Stay Ahead

Thurs, Dec 1 • Presenter: Roxanne Levinston, It’s Business

We’ve all read the stats — it’s much more profitable to retain existing customers than to prospect for new ones. In this interactive session, you’ll uncover ways to improve your communication and customer service, plus five smart strategies for securing repeat business. 

Making the Sale: How to Get the Results You Want

Thurs, Nov 17 • Presenter: Beth Hendler-Grunt, Next Great Step

Do you have meetings with people and think they’ll buy your product or service…but nothing happens?  Are you just “winging it” when you network? Learn how to plan ahead and get the most out of every interaction to advance your business.  This interactive workshop will discuss the value of call planning and getting the outcome you want from every meeting.