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This workshop is designed to equip participants with knowledge about the various stages of a business's financial lifecycle. It aims to provide strategies for identifying where a business currently stands in its financial journey and how to navigate towards greater profitability. Attendees will learn how to analyze their financial health, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement practical steps for enhancing profit margins. This educational session is essential for business owners   looking to optimize financial performance and ensure long-term success.

This is a 45-minute, introductory-level finance presentation. It outlines easily digestible, actionable steps to build a solid financial foundation and future. Topics include: 

• Personal finance for the individual/entrepreneur/contractor or job changer,
• Options for your retirement account at the previous employer and next employer,
• Retirement planning, investing in a volatile market, tips for creating money buckets,
• How to use resources to your advantage. 

Presenter: Ava Elkins,  Raymond James, SCORE Pinellas County

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