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Free Business Basics Training Videos

Starting a business can be daunting, which is why the Small Business Development Center exists. We’re here to help. Whether you’re starting your journey into business for the first time or you’re an experienced pro starting your second business-the SBDC has something to offer you. Our Centers offer low-cost classes and workshops on a variety of business topics. The SBDC will also pay a consultant to meet with you to discuss your business. If you are reading this and you’re on the fence about signing up for services-go for it. Find the Center closest to you (click here) and get connected with your local Colorado SBDC.

But what if it’s 3:00 a.m. and you’d like to start your journey into business? What if it’s the weekend? Or you are snowed in at home? If you’re itching to get started and learn about what it takes to go into business for yourself you can start watching our free, online tutorial videos. The Colorado SBDC has posted several great videos on a variety of topics ranging from the basics of starting a business to managing your finances and even basic marketing principles. These videos are a great first step in educating yourself on what it takes to start a business.

2020 National Small Business Week Award Nominations

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Friendly reminder: there’s still time to submit nominations for the 2020 National Small Business Week Awards. Though National Small Business Week is May 3 through May 9, the awards nomination window is closing next week on January 7th. The National Small Business Awards are issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). There are several awards including “Small Business Person of the Year,” “Small Business Exporter of the Year,” and “Phoenix Awards for Disaster Recovery” as well as other awards for procurement, lending, and business investment.

Visit the SBA’s website to learn more about Small Business Week, the various awards, and how you can nominate a business person or small business for an award. But don’t delay, the nominations must be hand-delivered or mailed to the Small Business Administration’s Denver District Office by 3:00 p.m. EST, January 7, 2020.