These events and courses from Verizon Small Business Digital Ready are for the week of June 2. They are just a sample of the program’s benefits. Join Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and enroll in courses and events built to help small businesses.
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Made to Sell: Websites that Convert
June 3 | 12:30 – 2:30PM ET
Review the range of tools available to help you create an effective, cost-efficient website. Explore the most important elements of your site, and how you can use it to engage a larger audience.
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Local Resources to Grow Your Business
June 4 | 12:00 – 2:00PM ET
Learn how to make the most of the resources within your local area that can help you grow your business – hidden within universities, libraries, trade associations, and many other local groups.
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Pitch Practice
June 5 | 6:00 – 7:00PM ET
In this session, you’ll have the chance to present your 10-minute pitch deck to seasoned experts and get honest feedback that will help you perfect your pitch before the real thing.
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Social Media Questions, Answered! Stories, Posts, Feeds, Hashtags, and More!
June 6 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM ET
Learn how to craft engaging posts, stories and reels; optimize hashtags; and elevate your feed. Leave with actionable strategies to enhance your social media presence and drive business growth.
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What’s Coming Up in the Rest of June
Marketing Plan for Beginners
June 10 | 12:30 – 2:00PM ET
Work with a small group of peers to draft and update your one-year marketing plan – so you can start putting your goals into action and attract the right kind of customers.
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Writing Compelling Content
June 11 | 12:00 – 1:30PM ET
Learn the best practices to engage prospects before they click away, and turn readers into customers by creating compelling content across websites, social media, advertising and printed materials.
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Community Connect: Network with like-minded peers
June 11 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET
This peer learning event provides the perfect opportunity to meet with like-minded small business owners in your industry, or branch out and meet new peers facing similar challenges and triumphs.
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Create a Content Plan
June 11 | 5:00 – 6:30PM ET
Whether it s your website, product descriptions, social media, or blog, learn how to create compelling content that resonates with your audience, maximizes your resources, and boosts your online presence.
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Small Business Clinic: Business Plan Bootcamp
June 12 | 12:00 – 2:00PM ET
Discover the eight essential elements to include in your business plan, and how it forms a common understanding of your vision to new team members, potential investors, financial institutions, etc.
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Connect with Customers: Authenticity Leads to Sales
June 13 | 11:30AM – 2:00PM ET
Delve into the art of establishing genuine relationships with customers, focusing on the shift from transactional to relational interactions, and leveraging authentic connection to drive sales.
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Juneteenth: Financial Freedom for Owners
June 17 | 12:00 – 1:30PM ET
Celebrate Juneteenth with this session on financial freedom for black entrepreneurs. How do we build generational wealth that has been historically denied and a legacy that lives on?
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Competitive Analysis
June 18 | 5:30 – 7:00PM ET
Gain an understanding of your competition and create your unique selling proposition.
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Setting Up Business Social Media from Scratch
June 20 | 11:30AM – 12:30PM ET
Learn how to develop a social media strategy that drives engagement, how to select the right channels for your business, how a business account differs from a personal account, and when and what to post.
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5 Ways to Starve Imposter Syndrome as an Entrepreneur
June 24 | 12:30 – 2:30PM ET
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, and explore the intricate dynamics of Imposter Syndrome, from its origins to potential remedies for small business owners.
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Branding for Start-Ups
June 25 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM ET
Learn how to create a cohesive brand strategy including website, packaging, written content and collateral, that best position yourself in the marketplace and sets your business up for success.
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Pitch Practice and Deck Building
June 26 | 5:00 – 6:00PM ET
Learn what it takes to create a compelling pitch deck that clearly speaks to investors and stakeholders, and increases your chances of securing capital for your small business.
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Digital Marketing 101
June 27 | 12:00 – 2:00PM ET
Discover digital marketing basics from how to use SEO to attract leads and what tools you need to reach your online audience to how to select the right channels for your small business.
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Peer Networking
June 27 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM ET
This peer networking event provides the perfect opportunity to meet with like-minded small business owners in your industry, or branch out and meet new peers facing similar challenges and triumphs.
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