How-to Business™: Start Smart

Service Description

So you’ve got an idea... now what? This live, in-person class is your step-one blueprint for starting a business the right way—not the YouTube way. Whether you’re still deciding on a name, wondering if you need an LLC, or unsure where to even begin, Start Smart will guide you through the real foundations of business startup in plain language. This isn’t theory or fluff—it’s what actually works. In This Class, You’ll Learn How To: ✅ Choose a business name & brand identity that lasts ✅ Register your business (EIN, state filings, and more) ✅ Understand legal structures (LLC, S-Corp, Sole Prop—explained clearly) ✅ Set up a business bank account, email, and digital presence ✅ Navigate your workspace needs (home office, retail space, or online) ✅ Ask the right questions before launching ✅ Avoid beginner mistakes that cost time and money This Class is Perfect For: ✔️ First-time entrepreneurs ✔️ Creatives, freelancers & consultants ✔️ Side-hustlers ready to go legit ✔️ Anyone thinking “I want to start a business, but I don’t know where to start” You’ll Walk Away With: 🧩 Step-by-step business startup checklist 🧠 Clear understanding of your business structure options 💬 Naming & branding guidance 📄 Registration resource list (Georgia-specific if applicable) ✨ Confidence to move forward (and know what NOT to do) (Includes printed workbook/checklist + light refreshments)