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How to Start Your Own Business

Discover the secrets to turning your dream business into a reality with a comprehensive seminar that covers everything from creating a solid business plan to navigating legal and financial considerations. Get expert insights and learn about valuable resources to help you along the way. Don't miss this opportunity to launch your own successful business.

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  • 16 and older
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  • Avondale neighborhood, Online/Home-Study
  • 5 hours

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Sun. Nov 15, 2026, 11am CT


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Learn how to launch your business and make your dream a reality!

This all-day seminar will explore the essential steps to successfully starting your own business. Many people would like to start their own business, but the maze of financial, legal and other technical considerations is baffling. Don't give up on your business idea, all you need is a well thought out business plan. Learn all the start-up steps in planning your business, & get new ideas about starting a business from someone who's been through it & knows the tips and pitfalls! This seminar also covers resources & services available to help you.

Key concepts will include:

  • The basics of a good business plan
  • Understanding financial statements
  • Organization & legal structure of the business
Emphasis will be given to exploring:

  • Capital requirements
  • Finances and loans
  • Various insurance & legal needs
  • Record & bookkeeping essentials
  • Advertising & marketing plans
  • Small business administration
  • Assistance available from the State of Illinois
Turn your Dream into Reality.

Note: $40 Materials Fee will be collected at the time of the class.

Refund Policy

Registration Fee:

  • A non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 is charged per person each time a student registers for classes.

Class Credit Vouchers:

  • If you are forced to withdraw before the first class date, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours. Failure to do so will cancel any transaction.
  • Vouchers are issued only for amount of the class fee (less the non-refundable $15 reg. fee). The credit voucher is valid for nine months and must be used before the expiration date. After that it will no longer be valid.
  • The voucher is not redeemable for cash or goods and the original must be presented in person or by mail. (Photo copies are not valid.)
  • Important:
    • There are no class credit vouchers, transfers, refunds issued for one-session classes after the class meeting.
    • No refunds will be issued for classes which are postponed due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

Class Transfers:

  • If you wish to transfer to another class or section within a class AFTER you have registered, you must notify us at least 5 working days prior to the first class meeting, please contact us at [email protected] during regular business hours.
  • Additional fees apply. A $15 transfer fee will be charged per person and it must be paid prior to starting the new class.

Schedule Changes:

  • The school reserves the right to change course locations, schedules and instructors when necessary.
  • Rain dates will be scheduled for outdoor classes postponed due to inclement weather conditions.
  • Prices subject to change without notice.

Course Cancellations:

  • Those classes with insufficient enrollment will be canceled prior to their starting date. Whenever possible, students will be notified.

Refund Policy:

  • No refunds will be given unless a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Refunds will not be issued under any other circumstances. Allow 2-3 weeks.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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This class: 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews

  • How to Start Your Own Business

  • How to Start Your Own Business

    Very knowledgeable instructor. Provided networking with professionals needed for business startups.
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