Where Do We Start?

Aug 01, 2024

In today's world, we have information at our fingertips. If you type a question into your browser about how to bake bread, you'll receive countless iterations of recipes with a diverse array of ingredients. Now, add toppings, stuffing's, or dips to accompany your bread, and further and further down the rabbit hole you go. It often becomes information overload, to the point where you may put a pause on baking the bread and never actually take action on what you had in mind.

The importance of mentorship is often underrated in today’s world. We have access to an abundance of information but often lack direction or a plan to accompany it. This can lead to frustration and a sense of inadequacy as we struggle to discern what is and isn’t relevant. Humans are meant for community, and learning is a vital part of that equation.

Having encouragement and a focus on positive strengths is such an impactful element of learning. We are often our harshest critics and need to surround ourselves with a community that will elevate us. This can include family and friends with similar ideals and vision, but having a consultant, mentor, or coach to provide motivation can be truly inspiring and effective.

If you are considering starting your own business but feel overwhelmed and directionless, it may be time to seek a mentor to help connect the dots. A mentor can offer effective self-reflection and guide you through your journey. Don’t give up today; instead, pivot and try to utilize the resources and community around you.

Call the Women's Business Center today and find your mentor to help you build that community around you. (888-926-6670)

At the Women's Business Center (WBC) at JEDI, we are here to help. We offer free classes and events, as well as one-on-one consulting at no cost to you. Our upcoming classes include a beginner series on starting your own business "The Start-Up Accelerator." If the financial aspect of business is your concern, we offer our foundational financial class, “Build Your Credit and Achieve Your Business Dreams,” where you can learn how credit impacts your small business and how to support and enable your future business goals. Additionally, if you're interested in learning how to manage employees, from hiring to firing, consider enrolling in our "HR Best Practices" Course starting this August. All of these courses are followed by one to one consulting for further personal coaching.

Whatever your needs, we’re here to help.

Thinking about Hiring? Have a problematic employee? Have any thoughts about how to retain your Star Employee?

Join the WBC to learn these skills!

HR Best Practices for Small Business Owners

Join us for an interactive workshop series designed to assist you to hire and manage employees with confidence and knowing: 3 Part Online Series

Part 1 - Building Your Team: Preparing to Hire Your First Employee: August 29 at 9 AM
Part 2 - Nurturing Your Talent: Effective Employee Management: September 5 at 9 AM
Part 3- Transitioning Gracefully: Employee Separation and Termination: September 12 at 9 AM

Cost: Free

When: Thursdays starting August 29th 2024 at 9 AM.

Where: Zoom

3 Week Series on Zoom

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START-UP ACCELERATOR FALL 2024

Ready to launch or grow your business? Join our free 10-week class from September 16th to November 21st, 2024. Learn key topics like goal setting, branding, and making your first sale.

Details:

Dates: September 16th - November 21st
Time: Thursdays, 11 AM - 12 PM (Live) + Weekly Recorded Material
Cost: Free
Format: Zoom + Online Course

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BUILD YOUR CREDIT AND ACHIEVE YOUR BUSINESS DREAMS

Are you ready to take control of your finances and make your business dreams a reality?

Finish this 2-part class and make progress on your financial goals. Followed by personalized one to one consulting at no cost.