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BUY NOWThe Become Your Own Boss National Tour with SmallBizLady Starts with You!

Come and spend a half-day with Melinda F. Emerson Smallbizlady in the Nation’s capital at Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St NW in the historic U Street Corridor on Wed May 25th, 2011 from 8 AM -1 PM.

We’ll plan a strategy to help you leave your J.O.B. to start your own business! Those of you already in your own business will learn new skill sets to take your business to the next level. Whether you’re thinking about starting a business, in your first five years in business – or you just need a killer marketing plan, this workshop will give you new perspective on how and what you do!

It’s Melinda’s intention to give you a clearer path to small business success!

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Part I How to Become Your Own Boss: Learn the Emerson Planning System First Hand from Melinda Emerson based on the teachings from her bestselling book Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months. All attendees will receive a copy of SmallBizLady’s workbook Are You Ready To Become Your Own Boss. ($26.00 Value) as part of the registration fee.

Life Plan: What do you want out of life as an entrepreneur

Financial Plan: Now you know what business you want to start, so let’s take a look at what it will take financially to get there.

Evaluate Your Business Concept:  True entrepreneurs have many good ideas. We’ll examine your business concept and make sure your passion has a profit center: 

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Part II Who’s Buying and Why: Developing your Marketing Plan including customer profiles and defining your niche specialty.
 
What’s Your Signature Move and How Are You Going to Sell It: We’re going to talk about making your new business stand out and setting up your marketing and sales strategy.

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Closing session: Open Q&A with SmallBizLady
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