CENTRAL: Should I Start a Business? presented by SCORE Silicon Valley

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Register for this event by using this link: score.org/ca/silicon-valley/business-education/should-i-start-a-business-6-12-26/

So, you have an idea for a business. Now what? SCORE can help you decide whether and how to proceed.

Designed by successful entrepreneurs who've been in your busy shoes, this mentor-supported program gives you the structure and support you need to set your sights on the future.

Learn the fundamentals of what it means before you start your own business. And hear about the local resources available to entrepreneurs.

Key Topics: 

  • Personal assessment on major considerations and readiness
  • Trade-offs between being an employee and owning your own business
  • Options for your own business
  • Intro to Business Plan basics

This program is provided for informational purposes only. The City of Santa Clara and the Santa Clara City Library do not endorse, recommend, or make any representations regarding the services or organizations mentioned in this program.

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