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Special Notice: Please visit score.org/utah for free small business mentoring today!
Want to start a business - Already own a small business?
Score is a nonprofit organization affiliated with the Small Business Administration, providing FREE mentoring, advice and workshops to help you start or grow a business. Set up an appointment to meet with a SCORE Certified Mentor, free of charge, by clicking the link below. Join this Meetup Group to hear about our workshops and other events for Small Businesses.
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Upcoming events
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Choosing the Right Tools: How to Evaluate Online Systems for Your Small Business
OnlineRegister here: https://www.score.org/southernarizona/event/choosing-right-tools-how-evaluate-online-systems-your-small-business-2
Running a small business is hard enough without the added pressure of navigating countless online tools and systems. From project management platforms to customer relationship management (CRM) software, accounting tools, and more — the choices are endless. So how do you know which ones are right for you?
In this workshop, small business owners will learn how to identify their business needs and evaluate online tools that support growth, efficiency, and sustainability. We’ll cover key online tools small business owners may need, explore popular platforms, and offer a simple framework to help you assess what fits your business model, budget, and workflow.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your existing systems, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to make smart tech decisions that work for your business.
What You’ll Learn:- The different types of systems (CRM, project management, e-commerce, accounting, etc.)
- How to assess your current workflows and identify gaps
- A step-by-step method for evaluating new tools
- How to avoid tech overwhelm and make cost-effective decisions
- Real-life examples and recommendations for small businesses
Register here: https://www.score.org/southernarizona/event/choosing-right-tools-how-evaluate-online-systems-your-small-business-2
6 attendees - $10.00•Online
Founder Focus: Own Your Value and Grow Smarter with Strategic Support
OnlineRegister here: https://www.score.org/utah/event/founder-focus-own-your-value-and-grow-smarter-strategic-support
Tired of the founder hustle? Let’s shift the way you lead and create the space your business needs to grow. This workshop gives you space to step back and ask: What sets me apart as a business leader? You’ll take an honest look at where your time and energy are going, what’s fueling you—and what’s not. Then we’ll work through how to realign with your highest-value work: the kind that energizes you and moves the business forward. This isn’t just about offloading tasks. It’s about creating clarity, momentum, and a more sustainable way to lead. You’ll leave with simple tools, renewed focus, and a stronger sense of how to grow your business without losing yourself in the process.
Learning Objectives — Participants will walk away with:- A clearer understanding of your unique “value-add” as a founder & leader and where to focus
- A confidence-building exercise to define and refine their voice and message
- A framework for identifying what to keep, delegate, or outsource
- Tools to prioritize visibility efforts aligned with personal strengths
- Strategies to build traction while protecting energy and avoiding founder overwhelm
Register here: https://www.score.org/utah/event/founder-focus-own-your-value-and-grow-smarter-strategic-support
3 attendees - $10.00•Online
Legal Tips That Save $$$: Protect Your Business Before It’s Too Late
OnlineRegister here: https://www.score.org/greaterphoenix/event/legal-tips-save-protect-your-business-it%E2%80%99s-too-late
Running a business is exciting—but overlooking key legal safeguards can quickly turn opportunity into risk. From protecting your personal assets to raising capital and safeguarding intellectual property, every business owner needs a clear legal roadmap to grow with confidence.
In this dynamic workshop, Brian J. Burt, Partner at Snell & Wilmer, will share practical strategies and insider knowledge to help you avoid costly mistakes and set your company up for lasting success. Whether you’re launching your startup or scaling your business, you’ll walk away with actionable steps to strengthen your legal foundation and minimize risk.
Key takeaways include how to:- Protect your corporate shield and personal assets
- Create shareholder or “buy/sell” agreements that protect your future
- Legally raise capital without missteps
- Safeguard your intellectual property
- Handle employee issues before they become problems
- Reduce the risk of litigation that can drain your resources
Don’t miss this chance to learn directly from a leading business attorney and gain the legal clarity you need to grow smarter and stronger.
Bring your questions! Brian will answer them throughout the presentation so you get the insights that matter most to your business.Register here: https://www.score.org/greaterphoenix/event/legal-tips-save-protect-your-business-it%E2%80%99s-too-late
3 attendees - $10.00•Online
Why Reviews Are the Lifeblood of Your Business
OnlineRegister here: https://www.score.org/northernarizona/event/why-reviews-are-lifeblood-your-business-0
Your reputation is your most valuable business asset—and in today’s digital world, it starts with reviews. Potential customers often decide within seconds whether to trust your business based on what they see online. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to take control of your reputation, build trust with your audience, and outshine your competitors. If your competitors have more reviews, they’ll win the business—unless you have a plan.
What You’ll Learn:- Who is leaving reviews and why they matter
- How to make a strong first impression online
- Proven strategies to generate and manage reviews
- The impact of reviews on customer decisions and sales
- Live Q&A to answer your specific questions
Register here: https://www.score.org/northernarizona/event/why-reviews-are-lifeblood-your-business-0
3 attendees
Past events
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