Small Business Management Level 1 is designed for business owners who want to build a strong foundation for long-term success. This hands-on course introduces the essential principles of managing a small business by providing participants with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions and improve day-to-day operations to drive growth and sustainability.
Throughout the course, students will explore topics such as business planning, financial management, cash flow, marketing strategies, customer service, goal setting, and operational efficiency. Participants will learn how to evaluate their business performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop strategies to overcome common challenges faced by small businesses. The course also emphasizes practical applications by helping business owners turn concepts into actionable plans that can be implemented immediately.
Offered in the fall, this course will be available for registration soon with a start date of September 23rd. We’ll send out an alert once registration opens – more to come!
Highlights this week:
- Registering Your Business: What Are The Pros and Cons of Registering Your Business As An S Corp vs C Corp?
- The Small Business Summer Reset: Stepping Back To Keep Things On Track
- June Is Workplace Safety Month: Tips For Keeping The Workplace Safe For You And Your Employees
- Eye On The Horizon: A List Of Events Coming To Clatsop County
Registering Your Business As An S Corp vs. C Corp: What Are the Pros and Cons?
All small business owners must choose a business structure. Whether you are starting a new business or have an existing business structured as a limited liability company (LLC) or sole proprietorship, there are advantages and disadvantages that come with each type of legal entity.
Click the button below to learn the pros and cons of small businesses becoming an S corp or a C corp. While these are good considerations to keep in mind, you should also speak with your accountant or attorney. They can help you determine which business structure would be best based on your business income, eligibility requirements, and other factors.
The Small Business Summer Reset – Stepping Back To Keep Things On Track
Summer provides a valuable opportunity for small business owners to pause, assess, and plan for the future. With the year nearly halfway complete, it’s an ideal time to review financial performance, evaluate progress toward goals, and identify areas where adjustments may be needed. Taking a closer look at revenue trends, expenses, staffing needs, and customer feedback can reveal opportunities for growth while helping to address potential challenges before they become larger issues. Rather than waiting until the end of the year, a mid-year review allows business owners to make strategic decisions while there is still plenty of time to influence outcomes.
The summer months are also a great time to think beyond day-to-day operations and focus on long-term success. Business owners can use this period to revisit marketing strategies, explore new products or services and begin planning for the busy fall and holiday seasons. By stepping back and taking a fresh look at the business, entrepreneurs can gain valuable perspective to ensure they are positioned for continued growth. A little time spent evaluating today can lead to stronger performance and greater resilience in the months and years ahead.
June is Workplace Safety Month, a time to recognize the critical role that safety plays in every workplace. Whether employees work in an office, on a construction site, in a healthcare facility, or behind the scenes of a small business – maintaining a safe work environment is essential to both individual well-being and organizational success.
When organizations invest in proper training, clear communication, and proactive safety measures, they demonstrate that the health and welfare of their team members is a top priority. Even small actions, such as conducting regular safety inspections, encouraging employees to report hazards, and providing appropriate equipment can make a significant difference in preventing workplace incidents.
Workplace Safety Month serves as an important reminder that safety is everyone’s responsibility. Employers, managers, and employees all play a role in identifying risks and promoting safe practices throughout the year. By fostering a culture of awareness and accountability, businesses can create environments where everyone goes home safely at the end of the day.
Below Are More Events To Help You Grow and Develop Your Business
These upcoming holidays and special dates are building blocks when it comes to networking, marketing, and business development:
- Corgi Beach Takeover – June 27th
- LCQC Pride Block Party – June 27th
- National Foodies Day – June 28th
- Social Media Day – June 30th
- Independence Day – July 4th
- Discover Oregon Seafood Dock Tour – July 10th
- Astoria Column Centennial – July 18th
- Clatsop County Fair – July 22nd-26th
- Astoria Regatta Festival – August 5th-8th
- Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament – August 5th-9th
- Hood To Coast – August 28th
- Labor Day – September 7th
- Liberty Theatre Gala – September 12th
- The Great Columbia Crossing – October 11th
- Veteran’s Day – November 11th
- Thanksgiving – November 26th
- Christmas Day – December 25th
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