Introduction:
- Course Objectives
Module:1 Decide on the Type of Business
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Is It Feasible?
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What Are Your Interests?
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Do You Have the Experience?
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Are You an Expert?
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Knowledge Check
Module:2 What Is the Market/Competition Like?
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Is the Venture Lucrative?
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Is There Competition?
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How Can You Set Yourself Apart from the Competition?
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How Is the Customer Prospect?
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Knowledge Check
Module:3 Basics of Starting a Business
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Decide on a Name
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Legal Structure of the Business
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Register the Business
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Choose the Location
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Hire an Accountant
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Knowledge Check
Module:4 Create a Business Plan
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What Should Be Included in the Business Plan?
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Gather Documentation
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Develop a Business Plan Outline
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Draft a Business Plan
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Knowledge Check
Module:5 Get Financing
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Contact Organizations for Guidance
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Decide the Type of Financing
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Shop Around
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What to Do Once Approved
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Knowledge Check
Module:6 Hire Employees
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Develop Job Descriptions
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Advertise Positions
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Interview Candidates
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Select Candidates
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Knowledge Check
Module:7 Training Employees
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Teach Company Culture
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Implement Actual Training for the Positionۃ
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Provide Feedback
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Offer Additional Training, If Necessary
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Knowledge Check
Module:8 Market the Business
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Traditional Marketing
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Create a Website
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Social Media
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Networking Groups
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Knowledge Check
Module:9 Run the Business
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Procurement
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Sell! Sell! Sell!
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How to Manage Cash Flow
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Budgeting
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Knowledge Check
Module:10 Grow the Business
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Offer More Products / Services
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Open Another Location
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Franchise Opportunities
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Scoring Large Contracts
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Knowledge Check
- Post Test