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Tuesday, July 15 2008

The Hiring Workshop

4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110

The Hiring Workshop is facilitated by Salez Works, LLC in co-sponsorship with the SBTDC.

Course description:
As a leader in your organization, ask yourself these questions:

1. Can you afford them until they really “get going” on their own?
2. Is your compensation competitive enough to attract a good producer?
3. Do you truly know what makes a quality candidate?
4. Do you recognize them & identify those essential qualities when they are in front of you?

If you couldn’t answer with a YES to each one, you cannot afford to miss this workshop.
“How to Hire the Right Salesperson” will provide participants knowledge in better understanding the unique process of recruiting, sourcing and hiring a top producer. What you will learn:
• Can your company afford a salesperson?
• What skills do you need?
• Effective compensation plan design
• How to write a job description that emphasizes essential key attributes
• Aligning goals and culture of the organization
• Advertising to fill your candidate pipeline
• Innovative interview process design
• How to make an attractive offer to your ideal candidate
• How to train and “ramp up” for success
Tuition - $1,695 per person
A deposit of $695 will secure your reservation. Balance is due upon first day of workshop. Class fee includes all handouts & materials. Cancellation refunds up to 1 week prior to seminar.

Located at 4747 Troost Ave. Kansas City, MO 64110. Upon entering the building, follow the marked signs. 1901 NE 48th St. Kansas City

To register, copy & paste the link below into a new browser http://www.entrepreneurship.bloch.umkc.edu/sbtdc/uploaded/docLibrary/12.pdf

Wednesday, July 16 2008

Starting a Business in Missouri: The First Steps

4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

This three-hour offering will provide you with an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about a new business venture. Participants will assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory requirements and identify sources of funding. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.

4747 Troost Ave. Kansas City MO 64110

Fee Info: $40.00
Begins: 5:00 PM Ends: 8:00 PM

Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu

Thursday, July 17 2008

Attract & Retain Awesome People for Growth: A Kauffman Signature Series Seminar

4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110

This course will equip you with the tools and knowledge to identify and attract awesome people to your organization that exhibit your company’s key values and goals. You will take a detailed assessment and analyze the results to define the kind of key players you are looking for and want on your team; as well as where your company currently ranks in its ability to attract those types of people to your business. You will also discuss keys to ongoing assessment so your organization will continue to sustain growth in this area.

Located at 4747 Troost Ave. Upon entering the building, follow the marked signs.

Fee Info: $79.00
Begins: 1:00 PM Ends: 4:00 PM

Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu

Wednesday, July 23 2008

The Basics of Writing a Business Plan

4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

This three-hour offering is for current and future business owners and entrepreneurs who have little or no knowledge of writing a business plan. "The Basics of Writing a Business Plan" is designed for business owners and managers who need to know how to create a business plan for their organization so the plan can be a useful management tool. During this course, participants will learn the importance of business plans, the key required elements of a basic plan and data that must be included. Participants will also get tips on writing style to make the business plan easier to understand and more professional in appearance. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of what their business plan should look like and how to get started writing one. It will also provide guidelines for style and appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.

4747 Troost Ave. Kansas City MO 64110

Fee Info: $59.00
Begins: 5:00 PM Ends: 8:00 PM

Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu

Thursday, July 24 2008

Winning Federal Grants for Technology Development

4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110

Introductory seminar on Federal programs that provide R&D funds for small businesses: SBIR: Small Business Innovative Research and STTR: Small Business Technology Transfer Research

Located at 4747 Troost Ave. Kansas City MO 64110

Fee Info: $35.00
Begins: 3:00 PM Ends: 5:00 PM

Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu