IN FOCUS: June 2010
Numbers can be slippery, tricky, rascally things. So, in this edition of our newsletter, we offer resources to help you get a hold of them. First of all though, one number that we really like: according to the Kauffman Foundation, entrepreneurial activity increased to its highest level in 14 years in 2009 despite the recession. African-Americans and older Americans experienced the greatest increases in business creation activity for the year among demographic groups in the study. Overall, the 558,000 businesses created each month in 2009 marked a 4% increase over the previous year.
With those figures as our inspiration, we are pleased to offer upcoming programs on bookkeeping, business plans, and management, as well as other resources to keep you afloat in the sea of numbers. |
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PROGRAMS & SEMINARS
Getting Your Finances In Order: Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs
Tuesday June 8th, 6:30 PM
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St 19103
This free program will focus on:
- Bookkeeping terminology and basic internal controls.
- Financial dos and don'ts.
- Working through examples and learning to keep track of your finances using a spreadsheet bookkeeping system.
This program is ideal for:
Business owners who may need training in bookkeeping before implementing an accounting program such as QuickBooks or Peachtree.
Presented with our partners:
SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business" and Bookminders. Bookminders is a Pennsylvania-based firm that provides accounting and information management services to business and non-profits.
Please call 215-686-5394 or email: erefbsi@freelibrary.org to reserve your seat!
Leading Your Small Business
Wednesday June 16th, 6:00 PM
Wadsworth Library, 1500 Wadsworth Ave 19150
For more information contact the Wadsworth Library at 215-685-9293 or Patrice Edwards at OARC by calling 215-549-4099.
The Challenges Facing Business Owners
Wednesday July 21st, 6:00 PM
Wadsworth Library, 1500 Wadsworth Ave 19150
Continuing the "Strengthening Our Community Businesses Together" Workshop Series, this free program will deal with common traps facing entrepreneurs such as the reluctance to address problems early and wasteful work practices, as well as goal setting.
For more information contact the Wadsworth Library at 215-685-9293 or Patrice Edwards at OARC by calling 215-549-4099. |
FEATURED RESOURCE:
SimplyMap is the newest addition to the Free Library's selection of online databases. SimplyMap provides in-depth demographic information along with digital mapping technology. Create an interactive map of the city or neighborhood where you do business to help you find new customers and more. While advanced users will recognize some of the information in SimplyMap from our BusinessDecision database, the smooth, visual style of this resource makes it an excellent addition to every entrepreneur's toolkit. SimplyMap is available from your home or office PC when you login through the Free Library's website with your library card number and PIN. Visit our database page to get started. |
| UPCOMING: Business Database Training Classes for Entrepreneurs!
Learn to use library resources to research your business plan, expand your market, grow your business, and stay ahead of the competition.
Wednesday, June 9th, 6:30 PM
Your Industry 101: What You Need to Know and Why covers the Business & Company Resource Center database and the skills you need to learn your industry like a pro.
Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 PM
Demographic Market Research covers the BusinessDecision database of consumer demographics and spending patterns.
Classes meet in the Tech Lab, Ground Floor, Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St, 19103.
No registration required.
First come, first served.
Basic computer skills are a prerequisite.
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SCORE at the Library: Business Advice & Counseling
Free and confidential business advice and counseling tailored to meet your needs is now available at the following Free Library locations:
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine St 19103
Joseph E Coleman Northwest Regional Library
68 W Chelten Ave 19144
Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Ave 19149
Lucien Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Counseling is provided by SCORE Philadelphia. Reservations are required. Contact SCORE online or call 215-231-9880 to make your appointment.
Business Research with a Librarian
The librarians of the Business, Science & Industry Department are available for one-on-one research training sessions by appointment. Our librarians can help you research your industry, learn how to find competitors and demographic information for your business plan by using our databases, as well as acquaint you with our many resources for entrepreneurs. To schedule an appointment email us or call: 215-686-5394. |
MAKING CONNECTIONS: RECOMMENDED WEBSITES
Starting a Business (IRS) - Starting a business? This is what the Internal Revenue Service says you need to know to keep everything above board.
Hiring a Bookkeeper or Accountant - Not up for all this do-it-yourself stuff? This article from Entrepreneur Magazine discusses what to look for when hiring a bookkeeping or accounting pro. |
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Keeping the Books by Linda Pinson  ...................................... Small Time Operator by Bernard Kamoroff  ......................................
Small Business Cash Flow
by Denise O'Berry  ...................................... Accounting and Finance for Your Small Business by James Burton  ...................................... Small Business Savings Plan by Timothy Gase |
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