Many businesses want their online advertisement to show up right when people are looking for you! Google makes it easy to get started with its advertising program, but it's even easier to waste gobs of money on it. Attend this session to learn how to write good ads, to effectively target them how to avoid costly keyword bidding wars and other common mistakes.
Have a great idea for a product or business? Not sure how to get started? Join Startup425, the King County Library System, and seasoned professionals from SCORE for a series of online seminars focused on bringing your ideas to reality, from business plan preparation to financing, marketing, and networking. Making adaptations to address the economic conditions created by COVID-19 will be highlighted. Each session will focus on a different aspect of the startup process, and participants may choose to attend one, multiple, or all sessions, depending on individual needs and interests. Participants will exit the series with the skills and...
The Bellevue Chamber Economic Forecast Summit, sponsored by Bank of America, is one of the most sought after events of the year. This year, we're going small - so small it will fit on your desktop, tablet, or smartphone. But don't fret, we've got even more of powerhouse line-up for you and your team to virtually enjoy. Keynote speaker and Chief Market Strategist for Bank of America, Joe Quinlan, returns to the Economic Forecast Summit to share his candid insights on the global and national economy. Following Joe's address you may choose one of five breakout sessions on a topic...
Join us and Washington State Department of Labor & Industries for a webinar about the new overtime rules that went into effect as of July 1. Register: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271284
As we move toward a holiday shopping season that will be anything but normal, hear from our panel on how their local businesses are continuing to readjust, if they anticipate supply chain issues, how online shopping is being impacted, and more.
Join us to hear more details about these programs, which aim to help businesses expand into safe and socially distanced outdoor operations as the pandemic continues into our colder and rainier winter months. The City of Seattle has extended their temporary Street Use permits through October 2021. This means Seattle Department of Transportation will continue to issue free sidewalk café and curb space permits, plus free street closure permits. The Seattle Fire Department will also begin to issue free tent and heating permits.
Our speakers will share the latest PPP Loan updates and will delve into specifics on PPP Loan forgiveness. They will share examples of the forgiveness application forms, borrower documentation requirements, and answers to frequently asked questions about the process.
While business taxes are a certainty, the types of state taxes a small business owner will be reporting are important to know. In this workshop, you will learn about Washington’s business and occupation (B&O) tax and when and how to collect and pay retail sales tax—straight from the source.
Do you feel like giving up? Many small business owners are feeling like they just can't keep going. If you feel the end is near, attend this webinar and we'll give you some hope and options.
This webinar will give food service managers ideas on how to adapt their business to deal with an ever-changing environment because of COVID-19. The discussion includes adapting and innovating how food service operations do business.
With restricted occupancy rates, stay home stay healthy orders, political/social unrest, and rising COVID19 test results, it is harder to service clients face-to-face during this time. Additionally, some customers may not be in close proximity to your local business. Being online can increase your sales/revenues to customers you wouldn’t normally be attractive to. There are a few different ways you can get your business online successfully. It may even be possible by using an affiliate to do it for you. Globally, online sales are anticipated to reach $4.2 trillion this year. Currently, 76% of US consumers shop online. Experts say...
Register at: https://wsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/99271301 Join the Washington SBDC for an overview of Labor and Industry’s workplace safety and health information and resources available for small business. This webinar will cover: Division of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) Employer Responsibilities Free Consultations Licensing and Permits Available Resources Presenters will be Washington SBDC Associate Business Advisor, Keith Davis and resource hub program specialist, Ian Fisher. Frequently asked questions will be addressed during the webinar. Washington L & I contact information will also be presented for any questions specific to your business.