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Master Your Card: Getting Control of Your Finances

Gig and Freelance workers account for about 30% of the US workforce and are an integral part of the economy. Covid-19 accelerated the growth of this segment. The flexibility and freedom enjoyed by independent workers offers work-life balance, but can also come with uncertainties. Gig and freelance workers are invited to join the Urban League of Louisiana on Tuesday, November 22nd, 12:00pm-1:30pm, virtually, to learn tips for getting control of your finances and best practices in planning for a successful financial future. This session is sponsored by Mastercard, and the SBA Community Navigator Pilot Program in collaboration with the National Urban League. This session will feature the following Master Your Card topics: Start Small: 5 Quick Ways to Save Money - With these five tips, you may be able to save a little at a time without sacrificing cash flow. 8 Cost-Cutting Tips for Independent Workers - Here are eight cost-cutting tips to help you get the most out of your hard-earned money. Credit Building 101 - Even if you don’t have a credit score yet or a “strong” one, building good credit is possible. Create a Financial Safety Net, One Step at a Time. - Planning for the future, […]

QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Concepts and Maintenance

As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. Now is a great time to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way! Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. This 3-part series is sponsored by Wells Fargo – Open for Business. QuickBooks Online – Session 3: Ongoing Accounting Concepts and Maintenance Tasks You Must Know Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 5:30pm-7:30pm During this session, participants will be guided through a deeper understanding of the reporting process in QuickBooks Online and how to set up your Chart of Accounts for optimal clarity into your business financials. Participants will learn how to run the three primary financial reports (income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows), how to read these reports, how to reconcile accounts and how to create custom fields to track income/expenses. Attendees will also learn how to run other reports that are specific to your business that will help with optimizing […]

LADOTD: Developing an Effective Capabilities Statement

With an increase in the number of viable contractors available to support public and private projects, contracting across the region is now more competitive than ever. However, the critical factors are the same. Procurement leads need to understand your capabilities, your value proposition, cost competitiveness, and how well you have performed on previous projects. But, with a sea of contenders, these elements need to be even more clearly and effectively conveyed than ever before. As a contractor, whether you are providing labor, materials, or professional services, your capability statement serves as your business card and should set your apart from your competitors. It is a tool that will show potential clients how your achievements, core competencies, accreditations, financial health, and experience will create value for their projects. Writing a capability statement is not easy. However, it is worth the time and effort, and will produce positive outcomes if done right. During this interactive workshop, participants will learn the key components of a capabilities statement and will be given guidance on crafting these elements to fit their business model and offerings. This session will also include an overview of the LAUCP DBE Certification including eligibility requirements and the application process. All […]