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QuickBooks Online – Session 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports

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 2: Everyday Transactions and Financial Reports Wednesday, October 19, 2022 | 5:30pm-7:30pm During this session, participants will learn how to process transactions QuickBooks Online. As a business owner, this is imperative in understanding your sales and expenses, and managing your cash flow. Participants will learn how to customize invoices, create sales receipts, receive and pay money. For those that sell products, this session will also cover how to use QuickBooks Online to track inventory and sales taxes. Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Financial Services There is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today […]

LADOTD: Recruiting, Hiring, and Retaining an All Star Team

Please register for "LADOTD: Recruiting, Hiring, and Retaining an All Star Team" by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6726156151453439504 . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. 2022 is expected to yield an increase in public and private construction projects across the U.S. This is great for the industry, however, this also means that small business contractors must be prepared for the competitive landscape that is sure to impact how you recruit, hire, and train a best-in-class crew. It is critical that owners have a strategic plan to efficiently manage and retain your field crew. This is essential to staying on budget and on schedule, and can lead to increased profitability. During this session, construction managers and owners will learn how to build a foundation for a successful field crew which requires processes, discipline and the proper resources. This session will dive into best practices for recruiting, hiring, developing, managing, and retaining an all-star team! This session will also include an overview of the LAUCP DBE Certification including eligibility requirements and the application process. There is no cost to attend this session, however, registration is required. Register today to reserve your spot! All existing and aspiring DBE […]

QuickBooks Online – Session 1: Get Started and Setup the Right Way

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 1: Foundations – Get Started and Setup the Right Way Tuesday, October 18, 2022 | 5:30pm-7:30pm During this session, learn how to get started with QuickBooks Online and receive guidance on the entire setup process. Participants will learn how to how to add your business information, which accounting method to use, how to setup and pull data in from your bank, and so much more! This is a foundational course that will help you establish a solid baseline for your accounting system. Course Facilitator: Lori Jackson, MSC Financial Services There is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. […]