Do you dream of owning a business but don’t want to start from zero? This exciting 90-minute workshop is just what you need! You will learn how franchising works and how it can help you build a strong and successful business. We’ll show you how to choose the right franchise for your goals, make smart decisions, and start with confidence.Agenda:

• Welcome and What to Expect
• What Is a Franchise? Learn the Basics
• Know Yourself: What Kind of Franchise Fits You
• Research Right: How to Find Great Franchise Options
• Check Before You Choose: Smart Due Diligence
• Plan Your Money: Budgeting and Funding Your Franchise
• Understand the Franchise Agreement
• Prepare for Your Grand Opening
• Run Your Franchise with Confidence
• Q&A and Final Success Tips

• Understand how a franchise works
• Know what types of franchises fit your lifestyle
• Learn how to research and compare franchise options
• Feel confident when checking franchise documents
• Understand how to plan your finances and get funding
• Be clear about the legal steps in owning a franchise
• Be ready to open and run your franchise with support

• People who want to own a business but are unsure where to begin
• Career changers looking for a new path
• Entrepreneurs who want a safe and proven business model
• Anyone curious about franchising and ready to take action

This workshop gives you real tools to start your business smart and strong. Many people waste time and money on mistakes. You don’t have to.

This is your chance to learn from an expert and get ahead while others are still thinking. If you miss this, you might miss your best chance to build a future with more freedom, support, and success.

Don’t let others take the lead—be the one who makes it happen now!

• How to choose a franchise that matches you
• What to check in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
• How to plan your budget and find money to start
• How to sign a franchise agreement with confidence
• Daily habits that help you run your franchise successfully

Expected Outcomes:Who Should Attend:Why You Can’t Miss This:5 Key Takeaways:

Ready to shine in your local area? Learn how influencer marketing can grow your small business today. In just 90 minutes, you’ll get simple, powerful tips you can use right away. Discover how to connect with local influencers who speak to your audience. Build trust, grow your loyal fans, and get noticed fast. Don’t miss out—your competitors are already doing this! Now is your time to stand out and grow with confidence!

• Learn the basics of influencer marketing
• Find local and niche influencers easily
• Build real partnerships that feel honest
• Work together with influencers the smart way
• Boost attention without spending too much
• Create posts that excite your community
• Track what works with simple tools
• Grow word-of-mouth and customer loyalty
• Avoid mistakes many small businesses make
• Plan your first (or next) campaign easily

• Learn how to start a campaign right away
• Meet influencers who match your business
• Know how to create win-win deals
• Get seen more in your local area
• Reach new people through trusted voices
• Build strong partnerships for the future
• Leave with a clear plan to take action

This workshop is perfect for local business owners, small marketing teams, and entrepreneurs who want fast results. If you run a small business, work with a nonprofit, or have a niche product or service—this is for you! Anyone excited to grow and ready to learn simple, proven strategies will benefit.

Want your business to be the talk of the town? Then this is the event for you! You’ll learn real steps that work right now—even with a small budget. Gain tips and secrets that others are already using to grow fast. Imagine top influencers sharing your brand with the people who trust them most. Don’t let others get ahead—this is your moment to lead! Join us and start growing today.

• How to find the best influencer for you
• Simple steps to start your campaign today
• Smart ways to work with a small budget
• Easy tips to see real results
• Ready-to-use templates for quick outreach

This inspiring webinar is led by Dr. David K. Ewen, Chair of the Western Massachusetts Chapter of SCORE. His expert guidance will help your business shine and grow fast!

AgendaExpected OutcomesWho Should AttendWhy You Can’t Miss This5 Key, Useful, Easy, Practical Takeaways

This engaging, workshop guide helps businesses grow by teaching simple, practical market research skills focused on deeply understanding customer needs and turning those insights into real results.

Join us for an exciting 90-minute workshop and discover how AI tools can help your small business work faster, make fewer mistakes, and grow more easily. You will learn simple and useful ways to use tools like ChatGPT, Calendly, transcription note-takers, and AI image creators to do daily tasks more quickly.

Agenda:

• Easy start: What AI and automation mean for small business
• Use ChatGPT for product writing and talking to customers
• Smart scheduling with Calendly and note-taking tools
• Get more done with CoPilot for Office
• Organize files better using Gemini
• Promote your brand using podcasts with Creators.Spotify.com and Revoicer
• Try Claude and Grok to boost your daily work
• Make cool images fast with AI image tools like Craiyon
• Build amazing presentations using AIdocMaker
• Learn how to connect all these tools into one easy system

\What You Will Learn:

• Know the best AI and automation tools for small business
• Use automation for your calendar and messages
• Write great product descriptions fast with AI
• Grow your business using new podcast platforms
• Make documents and images with smart AI help
• Build easy workflows that save time
• Feel ready to start using AI tools in your business right away

Who Should Join:

• Small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to grow faster and save time
• Marketing professionals who want to try new ways to promote
• Office managers or team leaders who want to work better and faster

Join this exciting workshop to master essential financial skills like budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and profit calculation, so you can grow your business confidently and make smart, money-saving decisions.

Discover how to save time, boost teamwork, and protect data while delighting customers. Learn simple tech tools, get real answers, and gain tips your competitors already use to succeed. Are you ready to grow your small business and work smarter? This exciting workshop will show you the top tech tools every modern business should use. You’ll learn how to save time, improve teamwork, and keep your customers happy. We’ll also show you easy ways to protect your business data and make better choices using simple tools.📋 Agenda

• Welcome and intro to the best tech tools
• Why tech is important for growing your business
• Using cloud accounting and payment systems
• Point of Sale (POS) and inventory made simple
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) made easy
• Team communication and collaboration tools
• Task and project management for busy teams
• Simple tools for marketing and social media
• Easy ways to protect your data and business
• Smart dashboards for better business decisions

🎯 What You Will Learn

• Which tech tools are most helpful for small businesses
• How to choose the right tools for your needs
• Tips to save time and do your work faster
• Better ways to talk with your team and customers
• How to keep your data safe from threats
• How to use data to make smart business choices
• A clear plan you can follow after the workshop

✅ Key Things You’ll Take Away

• How to pick easy accounting and payment tools
• Ways to manage sales and inventory with POS
• First steps to using CRM for better customer care
• Quick tips for stronger passwords and backups
• How to keep your team organized with project tools

Learn to manage cash flow confidently, avoid shortages, control spending, boost profit, handle inventory and payments, cut costs smartly, and use the Profit First method to build a thriving business.You’ll discover how to avoid running out of cash, spend smarter, and keep more profit. This workshop gives you simple tools to handle your daily cash flow with confidence.

You’ll learn how to spot cash problems before they happen and fix them fast. We’ll show you how to improve how you manage inventory, customer payments, and bills. You’ll also understand when to lease or buy equipment, and how to get help with grants and loans.

Find out how to cut your business costs without losing quality, like saving money on insurance and energy. You’ll also learn how the Profit First method helps you pay yourself regularly while building a strong and successful business.

Are you ready to stand out in your business? Join this exciting workshop to learn how to use your natural charm to get more customers and grow your brand. You’ll discover how your unique story can build trust and make people love your business. We’ll teach you how to start a podcast, write a book, host webinars, and speak at events—all easily! You’ll get useful tools to share your message and become a leader in your industry. Don’t let your business blend in—let it shine! Come join us and learn how to grow your business with style and confidence.Agenda:

• Welcome and Introduction: Why Charisma Matters
• Discovering Your Unique Entrepreneurial Voice
• Sharing Your Story: Building Authentic Connections
• Podcasting Made Simple: Steps to Get Started
• Book Publishing: Becoming an Industry Authority
• Webinars That Wow: Engaging Your Audience
• Speaking Events: Boosting Visibility and Trust
• Integrating Charisma into Your Marketing Plan
• Real-Life Success Stories and Case Studies
• Q&A, Action Plan, and Next Steps

Expected Outcome:

• See why charisma helps you stand out
• Find your personal story and brand voice
• Learn how to start your own podcast
• Get steps to publish your first book
• Discover how to create fun and useful webinars
• Find ways to speak at events
• Create an action plan for success