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Small business workshop

Have a great business idea but don’t know where to start? This interactive workshop will guide you step-by-step through the process of starting your own business. This session will provide you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to take the first step.
 
What You’ll Learn:

  • How to validate your business idea
  • Understanding your target market and competition
  • Basics of business planning and goal setting
  • Legal structures and registration essentials
  • Marketing basics
  • Budgeting, funding options, and managing startup costs

Who Should Attend:

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs, freelancers, students, and anyone curious about launching a business—no prior experience required!

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Small business workshop

Date

October 28, 2025

Time

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

Location for in-person attendees:  
Ridgedale Library - Larkspur Room 292
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305

Presented by

Minnesota Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD)

Cost

no-cost

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