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Exploring Entrepreneurship: CWE Information Session Your Vision. Our Mission.
Class Introductions ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
CWE Overview ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Purpose & Focus ,[object Object],[object Object]
Exploring Entrepreneurship ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Successful Entrepreneurs Are… ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Are your values in sync with these characteristics?
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Pros & Cons of Being an Entrepreneur ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Do Your Values Lean Towards Self-Employment?
Who Becomes an Entrepreneur? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Who Are You? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Make an Honest Appraisal of Your Skills ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Do You Have a Good  Business Idea? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Why Do You Need a Business Plan? “The business that fails to plan, plans to fail.” ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Research! Research! Research! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Characteristics of Successful Businesses ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Operating a Successful Business Will Require: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
CWE Course Objectives ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
CWE’s orientation programs: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Entrepreneurship Stage 1: If you are in the beginning stages of starting a business, CWE can help you develop a strong business plan and fully prepare you for the challenges of entrepreneurship. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Entrepreneurship Stage 2:  Get Ready to “power up” and take your business to the next level by strengthening your financials.   ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Entrepreneurship Stage 3: As an established entrepreneur you can continue to strengthen your business through marketing and targeting customers online or certifying your company as a woman owned business.
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Consulting for your Business: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Through our assessment process, CWE pinpoints your specific business needs and learning style. Our goal is to match you with a consultant whose expertise best fits your needs.
CERTIFYING YOUR BUSINESS:  Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
CWE Venture Center: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Clases en Español ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
To register for any of these programs… Visit our website at www.cweonline.org or contact: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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  3. Industry research – Public Library Electronic resources – library databases Industry overview – trends, current conditions, background, major players Reference USA – biz directories, sales figures, SIC codes (line of biz) Trade association magazines (GALE Database – free business and trade journals) 2.What is popular now may not be in a few years? How long will it last? Changes in the economy. STAY ON TOP OF TRENDS! 3. Competition research. 4.Where are people spending their money? (Ex. Will health insurance cover message therapy?) May cost $ and paperwork. Foot traffic, access, side of street, security, competition Where do you want to be? High, low, mid-range? Who are your customers? Zoning – contact the business license office in your city or town