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Three Hurdles in the Lives of Working Women   According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women are now the majority of the U.S. workforce (50.04 percent), excluding farm workers and the self-employed. While the number of working women is rising because of health care, retail, and empowered female consumers, there are still many challengesRead more

Improve Communication in Your Business   There’s no doubt about it – communication in business is incredibly important. Whether you’re a brand new business or an established one, strong communication skills help the company to grow and connect with clients. A breakdown in communication leads to low productivity, frustration, and broken bridges. With the helpRead more

Manage Your Budget as a Small Business Owner   As a small business owner, you know that every penny has to be accounted for. Not only do you have to be aware of what you’ve spent and how much your business is making, but you need the foresight to understand future needs and concerns. FinancialRead more

Did you know the EDC SBDC assisted 115 business in Camarillo last year? Check out the conversation with CitySceneTV and EDC Client Services Manager Alondra Gaytan and Loan Fund Manager Marvin Boateng.Read more

Stand Out From the Crowd   Anyone can start a business. With the Internet readily available, researching industry trends, creating a website, and communicating with customers is now easier than ever. However, when it comes to achieving success, few business owners meet their marks. To help you understand what sets successful entrepreneurs apart from theRead more

Caring for Your Mental Health In today’s society, talking about mental health online and personally is common. After all, we all have good and bad days. However, when it comes to professional life, many business owners and budding entrepreneurs keep their mouths shut. There’s a stigma that working hard and working endlessly is the be-allRead more

Basic Factors Business Owners Should Note to Achieve Success   Every endeavor is a challenge that comes with huge potential. Starting your own business is often a giant leap of faith, and must be well thought out beforehand. To succeed in any market, you need to know who your main competitors are, how to thriveRead more

Making Your Offline Communication Thrive   We live in a digital world. Whether we want to pay bills, buy groceries, or connect with loved ones, all we have to do is tap a button. Sometimes, it can feel as if face-to-face conversations are rare, and some think of them as old-fashioned. Even though we’re alwaysRead more

Doing a SWOT Analysis for Your Business Any business needs strategic planning to be consistent and grow over time. It’s necessary to take time to analyze your business at its core to find a suitable strategy that helps you achieve your business goals. A SWOT analysis is a great place to start! It is aRead more

Avoid Making These Common Financial Faults   Entrepreneurs need to be fearless to some extent. They may know that not everything will happen seamlessly, but they’re willing to take a risk to build a business. When it comes to finances, it’s where many entrepreneurs slip up. In order to make money, you need to spendRead more