How to Use AI to Grow your Business
This interactive session will help entrepreneurs demystify artificial intelligence, with a clear focus on practical, low-cost, and free tools that can help small business owners save time, improve marketing, and strengthen their businesses. We’ll review use cases, tips for getting started, and the latest trends in accessible AI for business owners—no technical background required. Instructor […]
Child Care: Build a Strong, Reliable Team: Management Strategies for Child Care Leaders
Strong teams are built with intention. In this session, child care leaders will explore practical strategies to strengthen team culture, improve staff retention, and reduce turnover. Learn how to build trust, recognize and support educators, and create a workplace where employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated to stay.
Small Business Mastermind: Waterbury
Join our in-person Small Business Mastermind in Waterbury! Connect with fellow entrepreneurs in small, focused discussion groups designed to help you grow your business. In this supportive setting, you’ll tackle challenges, brainstorm solutions, and celebrate wins together. You’ll leave each session with practical insights and strategies tailored to your goals. Whether you’re just starting out […]
CC: Run It Like a Pro: Strong Business Practices to Improve Quality (on-demand)
This pre-recorded class is part of the 24/7 on-demand eLearning Library. Did you know? There is a positive relationship between the quality of administrative practices and the quality of the children’s learning environment. Join us for an interactive session designed to help you assess your business needs and explore practical changes to strengthen both your […]
Realistic Goal Setting for Business Growth (eLearning)
This pre-recorded class is part of the 24/7 on-demand eLearning Library. Setting the right goals and executing them can get you on track and ignite your business growth. Seems simple, but why is it so hard? In this class, you’ll learn the tools and strategies you need to stop running in a million different directions […]
Child Care: Run it like a pro: Strong Business Practices to Improve Quality
Did you know? There is a positive relationship between the quality of administrative practices and the quality of the children’s learning environment. Join us for an interactive session designed to help you assess your business needs and explore practical changes to strengthen both your program quality and your business. We’ll walk through what makes a […]
Child Care: Create Your Dream Team: Hire & Keep Great Staff for Centers
Great programs start with great people—but finding and keeping them can be a challenge. Join this engaging session to discover practical, proven strategies for recruiting, onboarding, and retaining exceptional staff. Learn what works (and what doesn’t) when building a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to stay. This training session is […]
Taking Your Business to the Next Level
This class is designed for established businesses that are AT LEAST 2 years old. You’ve been running a business for a while now. You’re profitable, but you feel like your capacity is maxed out. You need a new strategy to take your business to the next level. Join WBDC’s Carol Cheswick to learn how to […]
Small Business Mastermind: New London
Join our in-person Small Business Mastermind in New London! Connect with fellow entrepreneurs in small, focused discussion groups designed to help you grow your business. In this supportive setting, you’ll tackle challenges, brainstorm solutions, and celebrate wins together. You’ll leave each session with practical insights and strategies tailored to your goals. Whether you’re just starting […]
Pitch Yourself Like a Pro: Unlock Your Business Story
Discover a simple four-part formula to pitch your business with clarity and impact. In this fast-paced session, you’ll learn how to grab attention, highlight your unique value, show a clear path to success, and inspire with your vision—giving you the tools to impress investors, partners, and clients. Instructor Bio: As the Marketing Business Advisor at […]