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SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nMarket research\n\n\n\nRegistering your business\n\n\n\nBusiness planning\n\n\n\nLicensing and zoning\n\n\n\nHST and taxes\n\n\n\nFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-138/
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SUMMARY:Social Media for Your Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:About this Event:\n\n\n\nHosted by: Digital Main Street. \n\n\n\nSocial media is an invaluable tool for today’s business\, whether you are just starting out or have been established for years.\n\n\n\nNot understanding how to use social media effectively can leave you overwhelmed and ultimately hurt your bottom line as your potential customers can easily find your competitors. This workshop hosted by the Toronto Digital Service Squad will leave you with a better understanding of how to leverage the power of social media to grow your online community\, drive sales and reduce marketing costs. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to choose the right social media platform(s) for your business\n\n\n\nHow to set up and optimize social media profiles\n\n\n\nThe basics of Instagram & Facebook shopping and how to utilize shoppable feeds\n\n\n\nBest practices for engagement on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, Instagram\, TikTok and Pinterest\n\n\n\nGrowing your social media community using both organic and paid strategies\n\n\n\nPlanning and curating your social media content\n\n\n\nTools for managing platforms and scheduling posts to save you time and energy\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the ropes of building an engaging and profitable social media presence for your business. \n\n\n\nTo join this webinar please register below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/social-media-for-your-business-webinar-5/
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SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nMarket research\n\n\n\nRegistering your business\n\n\n\nBusiness planning\n\n\n\nLicensing and zoning\n\n\n\nHST and taxes\n\n\n\nFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-139/
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SUMMARY:eCommerce 101: What\, Why\, and How (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:About this Event: \n\n\n\nMore consumers than ever before are turning to online shopping for greater convenience\, safety\, and variety.\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, the Toronto Digital Service Squad will teach you the basic steps to setting up an online store. We will cover everything from what you need to prepare before launching a store\, to choosing an e-commerce platform\, to providing excellent customer service online. You’ll finish this session feeling excited about how e-commerce can help you reach new customers and expand into different markets. \n\n\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is e-commerce\, why it’s important\, and the benefits of selling online\n\n\n\nWhat platforms are available and how to pick the right one for you\n\n\n\nThe basics of inventory management\, choosing the right solution and streamlining point-of-sale for both in-store and online\n\n\n\nOptimizing your website content\, choosing the right themes\, and the basics of search engine optimization (SEO)\n\n\n\nHow to set up secure payments and various shipping options & costs\n\n\n\nLook at the basics of driving traffic to your store and boost sales through a variety of digital marketing channels\n\n\n\nHow to provide excellent customer service throughout the e-commerce purchase funnel\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn why you should consider e-commerce for your business and how you can easily get started.\n\n\n\n\nTo join this webinar please register below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ecommerce-101-what-why-and-how-webinar-4/
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SUMMARY:How to Launch an E-Commerce Site That Grows With You (In-Person Event) - UPDATED TO ONLINE EVENT DUE TO WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:**** Please note this event has been moved to an online format due to the weather. If you have already registered you will be receiving a Zoom link via email. Thank you! **** \n\n\n\nThere’s so much to consider when creating a successful e-commerce website. In this beginner level workshop\, you’ll pick up pro tips for selecting the right online sales platform for your business\, designing the site so it appeals to your target audience (and people searching for you)\, safely collecting customer information\, and much more. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nOptions for setting up e-commerce websites\, including Shopify\, Squarespace\, Square\, and WordPress with WooCommerce\n\n\n\nThe essential components for a modern\, fast\, mobile-friendly site that is “future proof” and well optimized for search engines\n\n\n\nWhat to consider for e-commerce integrations: what they are\, how to identify what you need\, what to prioritize\n\n\n\nHow to ensure your customer is having the best experience on your site\, and can find what they’re looking for\n\n\n\nOptions for data collection: what information do you need from your customers now\, and what might you want to collect now that you could use in the future?\n\n\n\nOverview of Canada’s privacy laws and best practices for handling customer data\, terms and conditions\, privacy policies\n\n\n\nWhat you can do yourself and when/how to hire a pro\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is a free IN-PERSON event for small businesses in Hamilton. The event will be held on the 1st floor of Hamilton City Hall located at 71 Main St W. Further details and instructions about the event will be provided via email closer to the event date. \n\n\n\nLaptop computers aren’t absolutely necessary for this class\, but we recommend bringing a laptop to follow along. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is a mask-friendly event. Masks are not absolutely required\, but we encourage all participants to wear a face mask for their own safety\, and the safety of the instructor and workshop organizers. \n\n\n\nIf you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19\, or have been in close contact with someone who is positive for COVID-19\, please do not attend this workshop.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/how-to-launch-an-e-commerce-site-that-grows-with-you-in-person-event/
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SUMMARY:Ten Steps To Starting A Business
DESCRIPTION:Start your journey to starting a small business here! \n\n\n\nLearn how to start a small business at your own pace anywhere\, anytime! \n\n\n\nTen Steps to Starting a Business is now an online resource guide written with the intent of pointing you\, the potential entrepreneur\, in the right direction – faster and easier! \n\n\n\nJam-packed with information and resources for new business owners\, Ten Steps is broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps available 24/7\, with both written and video resources available. \n\n\n\nTopics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nConducting Market Research\n\n\n\nPreparing a Business Plan\n\n\n\nChoosing a Business Structure\n\n\n\nRegistering your Business\n\n\n\nBusiness Number (BN)\n\n\n\nLicensing Requirments\n\n\n\nZoning Regulations\n\n\n\nAdditional Regulations\n\n\n\nFinancing your Business\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\n\n\n\nTo access Ten Steps simply register by completing the form below.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/ten-steps-to-starting-a-business/
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SUMMARY:10 Steps To Starting A Business (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE\, online session is a starting point for anyone thinking of opening a business. \n\n\n\nSome of the topics covered include: \n\n\n\n\nMarket research\n\n\n\nRegistering your business\n\n\n\nBusiness planning\n\n\n\nLicensing and zoning\n\n\n\nHST and taxes\n\n\n\nFinancing your business.\n\n\n\n\n*** Registration is required. A-Zoom link invitation will be sent to registrants only. \n\n\n\nIf you are running late or unable to attend\, please cancel your registration via email or call 905-540-6400. \n\n\n\nThank you.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/10-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar-140/
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