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Entrepreneurs: Top five common mistakes startups make

Learn about the value of a business plan and how to monitor cash flow.

Time frame: 60 min

Audience: Entrepreneurs within three years of operation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES FOR PARTICIPANTS:

  • identify the value of a developing a business plan
  • identify business structure
  • gain a better understanding of monitoring cash flow
  • make informed decisions regarding taxes

Outline:

  • the business plan
  • what’s your structure
  • staffing — you can’t do everything
  • cash is king
  • taxes — even when operating at a loss, are you ready for the big time?

LEARNING MATERIALS:

  • Our Business Idea – group activity

QUESTIONS?

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WANT A SESSION IN YOUR AREA?

We will provide a CPA volunteer to lead the session with a prepared presentation, activities, handouts and worksheets. Note: If more than one session is needed, please fill out a second form and submit.

Request guidelines:

  • 12 weeks’ notice needed to setup a session.
  • If more than five sessions are needed, please contact us directly.

For more information, visit Caribbean: Request a financial literacy session.

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