Verizon Small Business Digital Ready provides exclusive networking opportunities and digital skills training, from courses to live coaching sessions to personalized learning plans. The program also provides $10,000 small business grants at certain times of the year, with the latest round of grants now open for applications until Dec. 13, 2024.
In addition to its $10,000 small business grants program, Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is for the first time this year introducing a Digital Ready Superfan Promotion. The Superfan Promotion will award $25,000 in cash to three small business owners. Plus, Verizon will invite these grantees to take part in a special small business event during February’s Super Bowl LIX Week and provide Super Bowl LIX tickets, airfare, and accommodations for the business owner and one guest.
Interested? If you have not yet joined the Digital Ready program (it’s free and easy), you can do that here. That’s your first step.
Even if you don’t secure a grant, joining Digital Ready is a smart investment in your future. The real value of Verizon Small Business Digital Ready lies in the tools and resources the program provides small businesses so they can thrive in today’s digital economy.
These events and courses are for the weeks of Nov. 17 and Nov. 24. They are just a sample of the program’s benefits.
Join Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and enroll in the free courses and events you need to help build your small business.
Create a business plan that gets results
- Nov. 18 | 2:30PM- 4:30PM ET
- Unlock the secrets to crafting a business plan that truly works for your small business at this exclusive Ask the Expert session. Join fellow business owners in gaining insights from our experts as we delve into essential strategies and actionable steps to create a roadmap for success. This session will assist you in embarking on the journey towards achieving your business goals with confidence and clarity.
- Join and register for free
AI and automations for the win
- Nov. 19 | 11:00AM- 12:30PM ET
- Do you sometimes wish you could clone yourself in order to get more done in a day? Automating your repetitive tasks through automation software or AI (Artificial Intelligence) will simplify and streamline your processes, reduce your workload, and give you time back to focus on your customers and craft. You can create automation with the use of free (or paid) tools, platforms, systems, and programs to help you focus on growth opportunities or other important projects.
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Building genuine business relationships
- Nov. 19 | 2:00PM- 4:00PM ET
- Networking is a skill that even an introvert can master. More than just another sales technique, the best networking can be the start of fruitful relationships. Learn how to create genuine and lasting relationships in your business – be they with peers, customers, or vendors. The right relationships will create a network of people looking out for your best interest. Learn from our expert on the importance of authenticity in building your business interactions.
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Crafting Narratives: Transform Your Sales Strategy with Storytelling
- Nov. 20 | 12:00PM- 1:00PM ET
- Discover the art of storytelling as a powerful tool to elevate your sales approach. This webinar will guide you through the techniques of crafting compelling narratives that resonate with your audience, build emotional connections, and drive business success. Learn how to transform your sales pitch into a memorable story that not only sells but also strengthens your brand and leaves a lasting impact. Unlock the potential of storytelling and take your business to new heights.
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Joyful budgeting
- Nov. 25 | 12:00PM- 2:00PM ET
- Welcome to Joyful Budgeting, a transformative session designed to change the way you think about managing your business’s finances. In this Ask the Expert session, we’ll embark on a journey that blends practical money management skills with a positive and empowering mindset. Through engaging activities and expert guidance, you’ll learn how to create a business budget that aligns with your company’s values and goals, turning financial planning into a source of joy rather than stress. You’ll discover techniques for mindful spending, effective saving, and assessment of priorities, all while cultivating a sense of financial freedom and confidence. Joyful Budgeting is not just about numbers—it’s about creating a fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle that brings happiness and peace of mind.
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Finding profitable customers
- Nov. 26 | 12:00PM- 2:00PM ET
- In a consumer-driven market with less brand loyalty, how do businesses ensure that they are engaging with the customers most likely to deliver maximum profitability? Successful businesses work on building relationships with their audience and they are very clear on their target customer profile. In this session, you will learn how to identify your most valuable customers along with strategies to retain them. We’ll discuss the importance of key metrics like customer acquisition costs, retention rates, churn, and lifetime value, and we’ll explore tools that you can use to track customer information and engagement. Stop wasting time with low-budget customers.
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Free and low-cost tools to run your business
- Nov. 26 | 3:30PM- 5:30PM ET
- Have you ever thought to yourself, “There has to be an easier way to do this?” There are many digital tools and apps that can make your job as a small business owner easier, if you know where to find them. Our panel of experts will introduce you to some of the best – and newest – free (or low cost) apps that can streamline and boost your productivity. Whether you need to fine tune your social media, streamline your bookkeeping, consolidate your cloud storage, or keep on top of the latest HR law, we can show you how to use technology to run your business… like a boss!
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Peer learning
- Dec. 4 | 3:00PM- 4:00PM ET
- Meet other small business owners and learn from your peers as you build your professional network. Peer Learnings are opportunities to meet with other like-minded small business owners. These peer learning events allow you to make connections in your community, industry or to branch out and meet new peers facing the same challenges and triumphs as you.
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