Replays
Leadership skills for new businesses
It doesn’t matter whether you are a Main Street startup or a company with ambitions...
Using video to sell in your small business
The power of video marketing is undeniable. And in today’s environment, where in-person contact is...
What’s your business really worth?
Most every business owner at least occasionally dreams of cashing out handsomely by selling their...
How to buy a commercial building
Dreaming of freeing your business from an unaffordable rent or an unresponsive landlord? Buying a...
How landlord-tenant relations will change after COVID
As we emerge from this pandemic, many entrepreneurs have questions on how leasing commercial space...
How to finance your small business
Seeking financing for a small business in the coming months with a bank or nonprofit...
Small Business Relief Legislation 2021
Congress gave the SBA 10 days to formulate the regulations related to the PPP "second...
Don’t fall hook, line and sinker for phishing
Congratulations, your small business is the new preferred cyber crime target. Why? You’ve got a...
Navigating the unemployment insurance system
COVID-19 was a kick in the teeth for many small business owners financially. Despite liberalization...
Understanding the basics of the CT Paid Leave program
CT Paid Leave will impact businesses of all sizes, as well as their employees. Will...
Managing your reaction to volatility in your business and your investments
Volatility may be a term that causes you to think about the stock market, but...
Cómo comprar un edificio para tu negocio
Sueña con liberar su negocio de una renta alta que no puede pagar o de...
Create Your 90-Day Action Plan part 2
Are you prepared to grow your business under the “new normal?”
Invest four hours over two...
Create Your 90-Day Action Plan part 1
Are you prepared to grow your business under the “new normal?”
Invest four hours over two...
How employee handbooks protect businesses
Does your small business have a comprehensive employee handbook covering all of the current COVID-19...
Is your business protected by trademark?
What’s in a business name? Would your company by any other name produce profits as...
Small Business Assistance Updates
CT CARES Small Business Grant-- Glendowlyn Thames, Deputy Commissioner, CT Dept of Economic & Community...
Manager or a mouse? How to have brave conversations
Business managers failing to deal with productivity issues, unresolved disagreements and chronic problems in the...
Marketing your small business in a digital world
The rise of the internet has been a major disrupter to the marketing industry. Gone...
Building a digital marketing strategy: a simple guide
Many businesses invest in scattered digital marketing channels such as Search Engine Optimization (SEO), social media...
Why your small business needs an ethics program, especially if you’re selling to the government
You probably already expect your employees to do what’s right, respect others and perform with...
Turning obstacles into opportunities
In every obstacle lies an opportunity. Chip Janiszewski explains how, as a professional speaker, his...
Eliminate the 10 business profit drains
If you’re like most business owners you’re:
Frustrated that your business is not as profitable as...
Amaze yourself by learning to use Google Analytics
So you’ve made a heavy expenditure developing your business website, but do you know what...
Covid-era legal landmines for small business owners
Your business was closed due to COVID-19. You cautiously reopened under awkward and costly rules...
Easy steps to get started with email marketing
As a business owner, you never want to be forgotten by your clients. Email may...
When debt is good and equity isn’t: Finding the balance
David Menard, Partner, Murtha Cullina, Attorneys at Law Frederick Welk, CEDF Director of Education and...
Cómo financiar tu pequeña empresa
Ricardo Vidal, CEDF Director de Préstamos
¿Busca financiar su pequeña empresa en los próximos meses con...
You gotta know your numbers
Making crucial business decisions without knowledge of, or checking key financial indicators is like flying...
Maximizing COVID-19 tax savings & PPP forgiveness
A flurry of legislation surrounding the COVID-19 crisis has brought assistance programs and changes to...
Harnessing the power of positive thinking
Our thoughts and related self-talk particularly during times of uncertainty determine how we feel both...
Motivating employees on a budget
Are you a small business owner on a tight budget? Are you losing your top...
Pivoting your business during the pandemic
Businesses have been forced to implement innovative strategies to provide their products and services and...
Managing your finances during a crisis
The COVID-19 crisis is forcing changes on every American. Consider taking the right management steps...
Pitfalls of worker misclassification
Misclassification of workers creates a minefield for Connecticut employers in Connecticut. This webinar will review...
Twelve tips for getting a small business loan
Understanding how things look from the lender’s point of view can help prepare a small...
Staying relevant with social media during a crisis
Learn how to leverage social media, make meaningful connections, and contribute to your local community...
Maximizing your online presence
The world just changed. Your online presence has never been so important. COVID-19 won’t last...
20 questions about the Paycheck Protection Program
We review the Paycheck Protection Program requirements to apply and comply and show you where...
Managing change in a challenging environment
Learn how to build change resiliency in your company by understanding the effects of rapid...
Emergency planning for local business leaders
A proactive business owner should be immediately implementing a new communications strategy plus 10 other...
Update on small business assistance programs
Since mid-March new programs have been proposed and launched. Get an update on what state...
Preparing your business for a crisis
Were you unprepared for the disruptions in your business that recently occurred? Are you headed...
How to apply for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan
Many small businesses are concerned with the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the the...
New CT employer mandates – what a small business owner needs to know
Besides a higher minimum wage, the last legislative session brought two new obligations that require...
Use Instagram to create Insta-business
Are you a business owner who is confused and frustrated about how to use Instagram...
Minimum wage increases: What should a business owner do?
Minimum wage will soon begin climbing in Connecticut and will escalate in stages, perhaps forever....
How to Improve your Work/Life/Money Balance
Is your schedule overwhelming you? Do you feel drained by your work and outside obligations?...
Antes de Empezar su Negocio
Si está pensando en comenzar su propio negocio, escuche a expertos profesionales que le informarán...
How to Coach your Employees Without Causing them to Quit
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Are you not seeing results from your efforts in employee development or...
How to Collect Business Debts
Maximizing cash flow and ensuring efficient operations is crucial to the success of every business,...
Social Media Integration Tools to Increase Productivity
Everyone knows businesses must have a consistent presence on social media to remain competitive. However,...
Maximum Crowdfunding: The Complete Guide to Raising Capital for Your Business
Businesses are leveraging crowdfunding to raise tens of thousands and even millions of dollars. This...
How to Buy a Building
Dreaming of freeing your business from an unaffordable rent or an unresponsive landlord? Buying a...
Women’s Business Success: Overcoming Challenges in a Management Role
Panel discussion from Women's Business Success: Overcoming Challenges in a Management Role, June 12 2019,...
Attracting and Retaining Top Talent
The job market has changed, as have the demographics of the current workforce. Employees can...
Create contract-winning capability statements
Every year, the federal government spends billions of dollars funding contracts. States and municipalities also...
Marketing foundations for new and established businesses
Are you’re unsure if your business really has an effective marketing plan? Do you feel...
Managing conflict in your workplace
The most important and hardest element of a small business owner's role is handling people....
Building relationships with journalists to promote your business
Almost every small business owner would love to have their operation featured in the local...
Use LinkedIn to make things happen for your B2B enterprise
As a small business owner or solopreneur, leveraging social media to market your business and...
Tax changes impacting CT small business owners
The Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 and related changes enacted by the Connecticut...
Save money by understanding the unemployment compensation system
It’s tough enough being a small business owner trying to maintain a productive workforce. It...
Commercial lease renewal dos & don’ts for tenants
Building on the article published in the January 2018 edition of CEDF’s Chalkboard newsletter, Jeff...
CTStartup.com podcasts featuring CEDF clients
How to deal with difficult employees
The CTStartup.com team came to the CEDF offices in Meriden...
