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First
Step FastTrac® Training Schedule
Tuesdays, February 19 – May 6, 2008
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The SOURCE - 1301 Monroe St.
Feb. 19 - Class 1
Introduction to First Step FastTrac®:
Define personal vision and goals and introduction of Model
Business Reality Check
Feb. 26
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Class 2
Communicating the Business Concept:
Transform business ideas into business concept statements
March 4 -
Class 3: Kristen Cook-Consumer Credit Counseling (CCC)
Services
Gathering Information for Feasibility:
Feedback on business concept statements and consider
personal financial readiness
March 11
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Class 4
Products and Service:
Describe product/services including features, benefits, and
uniqueness
March 18
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Class 5
Market Analysis - Industry and Competition:
Focus on opportunities in the industry and evaluate
competition
March 25
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Class 6
Market Analysis - Market Segments and Strategies:
Define target markets and develop marketing strategies
April 1
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Class 7
Price and Profitability - Pricing:
Pricing strategies and the affect prices have on
profitability; break-even analysis
April 8
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Class 8
Price and Profitability - Profits:
Difference between profits and cash; determining start-up
costs
April 15 - Class 9
Price and Profitability - Cash Flow:
Using the Cash Flow Report to evaluate feasibility; key
legal issues; sales projection tools
April 22
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Class 10
Price and Profitability - Cash Flow:
Finalizing the Cash Flow Report and key accounting issues
April 29
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Class 11
Plan for Further Action - Next Steps:
Tools to complete the feasibility plan and key financial
resources
May 6
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Class 12
Celebrating Accomplishments!
Graduation and Executive Summary Presentation
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