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IN FOCUS: June 2011
The Pitch!
  
Perhaps you've seen the TV show where entrepreneurs and business owners pitch their idea to a panel of investors in an effort to win financing for their big dream. Preparation is key. 

 

In this edition of our newsletter we offer resources to help you communicate your idea or "pitch" in a clear and concise manner. 

 

JUNE PROGRAMS

  

Making the Case with Decision Makers

Tuesday, June 14, 6:30 PM

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103 

 

You've got the appointment. You're on the calendar. You've done your research. But are you ready to make the case?

 

Enhance your ability to Make the Case with customers, clients, vendors, and bankers by learning how to think like a decision maker, identify key questions as a way to organize content, and anticipate questions.

 Carol Heiberger

The presenter, Carol Heiberger, is a SCORE Philadelphia mentor and author of ExecuSpeak Dictionary


Click here to register or call 215-686-5394.

 

Presented in partnership with SCORE Philadelphia

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Business Presentations for Beginners
 

Wednesday, June 8, 6:30 PM

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103

  

Learn how to create a basic business presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint.  

 

Location: Tech Lab, ground floor

  • Tickets are available 30 minutes before class at the lobby desk.
  • Space is limited to 12 people.
  • A Free Library card and basic computer skills are required. 

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Taking Stock

Wednesday, June 8, 6:30 PM

Blackwell Regional Library, 125 S. 52nd Street, 19139

 

Learn the basics of the stock market and investing. A representative from the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) will provide a general overview of the stock market and investing. This program is designed for people who have little or no knowledge about these topics and would like to learn more. 

 

For more information call 215-685-7424.

 

 

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Tools of the Trade: Turn Your Bright Idea into a Successful Start-up

Wednesday, June 22, 6:00 PM

Wynnefield Branch, 5325 Overbrook Avenue, 19131 
 

   

Are you ready to start your own business? This workshop, presented by Empowerment Group, will help you ask the right questions and show you practical steps you can take towards self-employment. Learn the essential start-up skills, evaluate your personal financial situation, and brainstorm with other budding entrepreneurs. Each attendee will receive a workbook and exercises to complete at home.  


Click here to register or call 215-685-0298.

 

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Finding Demographic and Market Data

Wednesday, June 22, 6:30 PM

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, 19103

  

Access the information you need for preparing a business plan, choosing your location, or finding your next 1,000 customers. Learn to use the databases: SimplyMap and BusinessDecision.

 

Location: Tech Lab, ground floor

  • Tickets are available 30 minutes before class at the lobby desk.
  • Space is limited to 12 people.
  • A Free Library card and basic computer skills are required. 

 

Wadsworth Small Business Workshops

Every Wednesday in June

Wadsworth Branch, 1500 Wadsworth Avenue, 19150

 

Are you interested in starting a business? Or are you already in business and would like to improve your business acumen? You'll get expert advice to help your business grow. Seating begins at noon. Bring your lunch!

 

Sponsored by the Urban League of Philadelphia Entrepreneurship Center and the Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation.

 

For more information contact Juanita Vega DeJoseph at 215-685-9293 or Patrice Edwards at 215-549-4099 pedwards@ogontzave.org 

FEATURED RESOURCE:

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Whether you're working on your business plan, marketing plan or your pitch, you need hard data. Get it from SimplyMap, a subscription database that the Free Library provides to the public.  
 
Use SimplyMap to research consumer behavior, understand local communities, and target markets. Produce quality reports and thematic maps using extensive demographic, business, and marketing data. This powerful database is 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. 

 

SCORE at the Library: Business Advice & Counseling

Free and confidential one-on-one business advice and counseling is now available at Free Library locations throughout the city. Counseling is provided by SCORE Philadelphia. Reservations are required. Contact SCORE online or call 215-231-9880 to schedule your appointment.  

 
Business Research with a Librarian  

The librarians of the Business, Science & Industry Department are available for individual 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: PERFECTING YOUR PITCH
 
Here are a few helpful links to articles and opportunities.
 

Businessweek.com - The Perfect (Elevator) Pitch.

 

Ducttapemarketing.com - Making the New Business Pitch.

 

The Philadelphia Entrepreneur & Business Meetup - Upcoming opportunities to present to a small group.

 

Philly Startup Leaders - Networking for tech entrepreneurs.

 

Shark Tank - For entertainment.

Calendar of Events
Business Databases
Bookshelf

Presenting to Win: The Art of
Telling Your Story
by Jerry Weissman
  
 Presenting to Win

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How to Wow
by Frances Cole Jones
  
How to Wow

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You, Inc.:
the Art of Selling Yourself
by Harry Beckwith, Christine Clifford Beckwith

You, Inc.

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The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs by Carmine Gallo

Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs
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One Simple Idea 

by Stephen Key


One Simple Idea

 

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