Tonight marks the start of the Entrepreneurial Training Initiative in Waterbury, as 59 students begin classes aimed at empowering inner city residents to take advantage of self-employment opportunities.
Entrepreneurial training is an important step in encouraging people to start their own businesses.
This 11-week class covers business planning, marketing strategies, setting up record keeping systems, legal and tax requirements, understanding and controlling cash flow, break even analysis, and financing a business. Computer Training Students will then continue training with a 4-week computer training course that covers computer operating basics and the basics of Quick Books. The final module in the 16-week training program is designed to help students become more comfortable with public speaking and with making presentations. This is an important skill when seeking business financing or presenting a business plan. After students complete the workshop series they will receive specialized interim technical assistance to help them through the transition from classroom to business world.