ALWAYS READY: GETTING READY

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Getting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready! What are the first steps needed to business ownership? What’s a business plan and why do you need one? What are the various types of legal business […]

Always Ready: Lending

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Getting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready! What are the first steps needed to business ownership? What’s a business plan and why do you need one? What are the various types of legal business […]

Always Ready: Financials (In-Person)

The Iowa Center for Economic Success 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

Running a small business requires more than having a passion and a vision. To be successful you need to have your financials in order. Unless you are familiar with bookkeeping basics, you might not know how crucial having the right financial documents are to your success. Join The Iowa Center staff as we go over […]

Always Ready: Credit (In-Person)

The Iowa Center for Economic Success 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

Understanding your Personal Credit and How to Establish Business Credit.   Did you know that when you apply for a small business loan odds are that you will have to apply using your personal credit? This information is used by lenders and creditors to assess your creditworthiness and determine whether to lend you money or extend […]

Always Ready: Business Plan (In-Person)

The Iowa Center for Economic Success 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

Turn your dream into a plan with this small group, one-hour business planning class. The Iowa Center staff will help you kickstart your business plan by providing you a road map on completing your plan and taking the next steps towards business ownership. Also connect with other aspiring small business owners to refine your business […]

Always Ready: Marketing

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Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to make a big impact with a limited marketing budget? Look no further than “Marketing for Startups with a Small Budget – A Blueprint for Small Business Marketing.” This course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively market your […]

VITA/EITC Education And Awareness

Polk County River Place 2309 Euclid Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States

Learn about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program – free tax preparation for low income individuals, families, and small businesses.   The Iowa Center and our partners manage 80 tax sites around the state.  At this event, we will share background on the program, who is eligible for these services, and how to access them.  In […]

ALWAYS READY: GETTING READY

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Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff Date: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: Online Register: Here Getting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help you make the process and little easier as we outline some basic steps to Getting Ready! What are the first steps needed to business […]

Always Ready: Lending

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Presenter: The Iowa Center Staff Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm Location: Online Register: Here Getting started in your small business journey can be daunting…let us help […]

AARP: Work For Yourself At 50+

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Date: March 12, 2024 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Location: Online Registration: Click Here   Work for Yourself@50+ is a webinar to help you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you need to make informed decisions about working for yourself and take the right first steps toward successful self-employment. The decision to start your own […]

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