 Business News  It’s Tax Time!  Accurate tax filing. Full credits. Your small business deserves it. Get it back. If you earn $93,000 or less (families) or $65,000 or less (single filers) with business expenses of $250,000 or less, file for FREE! Learn More Resources for Immigrant New YorkersThe Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) created newly designed & updated booklets with guidance for immigrant New Yorkers: · Learn what to do after a friend or family member is detained by ICE · Know Your Rights with ICE · Guidance on Sanctuary City Laws in NYC Queens Night Market Seminars  Looking to Become a Vendor at the Queens Night Market or Open a Business in NYC? Join us for a series of free small business seminars covering a range of topics such as: · creating a viable business idea · industry and competitor analysis · branding and marketing · social media · food service operations · obtaining requisite permits The seminars will also cover Queens Night Market-specific topics and feature guest speakers, networking, and Q&A opportunities. Register for an Upcoming Session Digital Marketing Unlock Free Advertising Secrets: Boost Your Business Today Learn more about LinkLocal, a program that provides free advertisements for small businesses, community groups, and local events. LinkLocal provides pre-designed advertising templates that can be featured on 1-2 selected LinkNYC kiosks.Register for an Upcoming Webinar Developing a Marketing Strategy During this course, you will: · Define the “why” behind why you are in business · Map out your customer using a customer persona · Develop your unique value proposition (UVP) · Write and deliver an elevator pitch · Understand the value and role of digital marketing in a business strategyFebruary 8, 12 PM In Person The Greg Jackson Center for Brownsville519 Rockaway AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11212 Building Your Own Business Website Learn how to create a professional business website with the latest tools. You will leave this course with a real business website and the information to build and launch it on your own.February 25, 11 AM Online February 26, 1 PMIn Person NYC Business Solutions Lower Manhattan Center14 Wall Street, Fl. 17, Suite 1715New York, NY 10005 Using YouTube to Grow Your Business Get best practices for creating a YouTube channel and compelling video content that promotes your products/services and drives engagement with your brand.February 27, 3 PM Accounting and Finance Business Finances 1: Getting Started Develop an understanding of basic business financial terms, statements, and expenses.February 19, 1 PM How to Keep Track of Business Expenses Gain practical tools to streamline your financial processes, improve budgeting, and ensure your spending aligns with your business goals.February 19, 3 PM Business Planning & Operations Common Small Business Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Learn how to navigate the common pitfalls that many small business owners face, stay flexible and thrive in a fast-changing business environment.February 10, 3 PM First Steps to Starting a Business Understand what is required to start a business in New York City, and how to define your own expectations for life as a business owner.February 13, 2 PM Legal Commercial Lease Assistance Learn more about our free legal services to help eligible businesses with: · Signing a new commercial lease · Amending, renewing, or terminating an existing commercial lease · Addressing a commercial lease  Multiple Dates A Message from the Mayor  NYC: A Week in ReviewJanuary 25 – 31The NYC Week in Review videos are available weekly on the Mayor’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube! Sign up to “Hear From Eric” and get direct messages from City Hall, tailored to your interests and neighborhood, sent directly to you – at nyc.gov/hearfromeric!  |