Why Workshops Are an Entrepreneur’s Best Friend

As an entrepreneur, you’ve got a can-do, do-it-yourself attitude. Maybe even a do-it-yourself-better attitude. And sometimes, that makes it hard to want to enlist the help, guidance or expertise of others. But it can be difficult to do everything yourself.

That’s why we’re big fans of workshops. They give you access to experts in a given field, while also arming you with a bit of expert knowledge to take with you back to the office or coworking space. Really, it’s the best of both worlds.

Workshops span a large variety of formats, too—so whether you’re in the idea stage or startup stage, or if your business is already up and running, you’ll find plenty of resources at your disposal. Some will help you get your idea off the ground, others will help you streamline or improve an already existing process.

So, if you’re adamant about managing your entrepreneurial venture from top to bottom, or maybe if you’re trying to keep your resources in your wallet as much as possible, we highly recommend checking out a workshop or networking event. Some workshops and events require a registration fee, but others are free to attend!

Area ESOs host a variety of workshops in different formats and on different topics, including:

• Business Planning & Strategy
• Financial Management
• Legal, Licensing and Permitting
• Sales and Marketing
• and more

To learn more about our partners’ specific workshops and current opportunities, visit their websites or check our calendar.