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SUMMARY:MD SBDC - How Do I Get Leads?
DESCRIPTION:Stop guessing where your next job will come from. Learn how to generate consistent\, high-quality leads and keep your schedule full. Why are some service businesses fully booked while others are stuck chasing the next job every week? AsrorJon Shukurov\, SBA Maryland Minority Owned Small Business of the Year\, is an award-winning entrepreneur\, author\, and SaaS builder who built a seven-figure service business from the ground up and is now building KLEENUP\, a platform designed to bring demand directly to service providers. In this virtual training\, Jon will show how to stop relying on referrals\, stop guessing where the next job will come from\, and start building a steady flow of high-quality leads that actually convert. Whether you are running a service company or still trying to land your first consistent clients\, this session will give you a clear path to getting booked without the constant chase. Presenter\, Jon Shukurov AsrorJon Shukurov | Entrepreneur | Author | Speaker \nPlease use following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18568
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/md-sbdc-how-do-i-get-leads/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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SUMMARY:MD SBDC - Fingernails\, Shoestrings and Marketing: How To Do Marketing for your Business On A Small Budget
DESCRIPTION:Stop Letting Your Budget Hold Back Your Growth! What if you could generate more leads\, build stronger customer relationships\, and grow your business—without spending a fortune on marketing? In this fast-paced\, practical webinar\, you’ll discover how to turn “fingernails and shoestrings” into a powerful marketing engine. Learn how smart businesses are leveraging free and low-cost tools like Google Business Profiles\, social media\, email marketing\, and local partnerships to consistently attract new customers and drive revenue. We’ll also show you how to turn your existing customers into your best marketing asset—using referrals\, reviews\, and first-party data to increase repeat business and maximize every opportunity. Plus\, you’ll get a simplified breakdown of how to use tools like Google Analytics to track what’s actually working\, so you can stop guessing and start making smarter marketing decisions. If you’re a small business owner\, entrepreneur\, or local service provider looking to grow without wasting money—this is a session you can’t afford to miss. -Walk away with actionable strategies you can implement immediately -Learn how to compete (and win) against bigger competitors -Turn limited resources into measurable results Reserve your spot now and start marketing smarter—not harder. Presenter\, Dave Barnhart; Manning Media \nPlease use following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18587
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/md-sbdc-fingernails-shoestrings-and-marketing-how-to-do-marketing-for-your-business-on-a-small-budget/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T090000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-11-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261224T090000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:Ready\, Set\, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur\, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC\, its services\, what one can expect when entering the business world\, the business plan\, finance management\, funding sources\, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world. \n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18423\nThursday\, May 28\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18424\nThursday\, June 25\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425\nThursday\, July 23\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426\nThursday\, August 27\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427\nThursday\, September 24\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428\nThursday\, October 22\, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429\n\n *Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.
URL:https://carrollbiz.org/event/ready-set-go-13-2/2026-12-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, MD\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC)":MAILTO:dpeyton@carrollcc.edu
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