BizSuccess Tips and Webinars
JULY 2022
TikTok continues its upward trajectory. In the U.S., Apptopia reports TikTok was the number-one downloaded app—with 94 million downloads in 2021, up 6% over 2020. But perhaps the most crucial statistic for small business owners is that TikTok users spend—a lot.
SMALL BUSINESS WEBINARS
Thursday, July 7 | 9:30am CT
This webinar covers the essential elements of business plan development. Topics include: setting goals and objectives, preparing marketing and financial plans and defining action steps to attain appropriate goals.

Thursday, July 7 | 12pm CT
In part 2 of the "Your Marketing Roadmap" webinar series you will learn the effectiveness of educating customers instead of trying to "sell" to them.
Let's Meet, Connect and Chat. Hosted by the SCORE Chicago Black American Committee.
Thursday, July 7 | 5:30pm CT
Do not miss this opportunity to hop into a virtual breakout room to receive mentoring and participate in a roundtable discussion with SCORE Mentors as well as connect with other small business owners.
Tuesday, July 12 | 12pm CT
In this webinar, you will learn how to use video marketing strategies to generate customer engagement and new business leads.
Fund Your Startup into a Real Business. In Collaboration with the City of Chicago BACP
Wednesday, July 13 | 3pm CT
Learn how to navigate through the process of financing your dream and decide which route is best for your business. The webinar will go through real sources of capital and provide valuable financial projection tools.
Thursday, July 14 | 12pm CT
Join us for an hour-long live Q&A led by retail expert Ritchie Sayner, who will answer any question you might have about running a retail business.
Tuesday, July 19 | 12pm CT
Join us for this hour-long session solely dedicated to answering your questions about rural business ownership.
Wednesday, July 20 | 3pm CT
Learn about the different types of websites available in the market in 2022 and how to build your own. We will explain how websites should be set up to make it easy for your clients to navigate.
Thursday, July 21 | 12pm CT
Brought to you by Trend Micro. Cyber experts will provide critical updates on how criminals are leveraging technological advancements and social engineering to commit fraud, scams and more.
Mobile App Awareness to Grow Your Business. In Person at the City of Chicago BACP Small Business Expo at Kennedy King
Saturday, July 23 | 12pm CT
In this workshop, entrepreneurs will learn the most current open source tools for marketing their business electronically and know when they will need expert advice for a mobile app or custom software solution to grow their business.
Wednesday, July 27 | 3pm CT
Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? This webinar will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream.
Thursday, July 28 | 3pm CT
Brought to you by Ruby Receptionist. If you’re looking to revitalize your digital marketing strategy, you will be prepared with the right approach, tools, and team.
Building a successful freelancing business is similar to running any small business: You need a plan to be competitive. Read more.
In an employee-dominated marketplace, an inclusive workplace culture greatly influences employee job satisfaction and dedication to their employer. Get started.
SUCCESS STORY
SCORE provides confidential business advice through our network of 10,000 volunteer business experts. Small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth.
SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. We have been doing this for more than 50 years. 

Because our work is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and thanks to our network of 10,000+ volunteers, we are able to deliver our services at no charge or at a very low cost. Find out more about our mission, vision and values.
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
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