Start Smart-2025: 5-Week VIRTUAL Small Business Course
Whether you’re starting fresh or ready to scale your current business, Start Smart will illuminate the path to your success!
Launch Your Business Dream: The Ultimate Start Smart Workshop!
Are looking to launch your first venture or expand an existing one, BiGAUSTIN is your go-to resource for expert guidance, practical tools, and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. We especially encourage minorities, women, and low-income individuals to apply and seize the opportunity to turn your business aspirations into reality. A Power-Packed 10 Session Virtual Course for Startups & Small Business Owners.
Whether you're just getting started or ready to scale, this comprehensive 10-session virtual course gives you the strategies, tools, and real-world insights you need to move forward with confidence. This is your launchpad. Starting October 14 - Every Tuesday and Thursday, 11.30am – 1.30pm.
What You'll Get:
•Clear steps to start and grow your business
•Real-world advice tailored for startups and small businesses
•Tools for building a solid business foundation and business plan
•Access to a thriving community of like-minded entrepreneurs
•Live Q&A with an expert instructor
Why Join This Course?
Expert Instruction
Taught by a seasoned business professional with years of hands-on experience
Convenient Format
100% online and interactive—learn from anywhere
Trusted Organization
Hosted by BiGAUSTIN, a trusted Austin-based organization with over 30 years of helping local entrepreneurs
Affordable Investment
All of this for a low, accessible price
Tuition: $150-$200
Need help with tuition?
We've got you covered! Tuition support is available for eligible individuals. Contact Melissa at melissa@bigaustin.org to explore your options and get the assistance you need to take this next big step!
START DATE: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
TIME: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
DURATION: 5 WEEKS
LOCATION: Virtually Via TEAMS
COURSE DATES:
Week 1: Tuesday, October 14 & Thursday, October 16
Week 2: Tuesday, October 21 & Thursday, October 23
Week 3: Tuesday, October 28 & Thursday, October 30
Week 4: Tuesday, November 5 & Thursday, November 6
Week 5: Thursday, November 13 & Tuesday, November 18
Please contact Melissa – melissa@bigaustin.org or call our offices at (512) 928-8010 if you are interested in attending or if you have any questions.
FAQs
How Do I Join The Virtual Workshop?
Once you register for the event you will receive an email with details to access the webinar. The invitation email or message will include a link to the meeting.
What Platform Are You Using?
The virtual workshop is hosted through the Microsoft Teams platform. If you're not familiar with TEAMS, we encourage you to watch this QuickStart video
Do I Need An Account To Join A Meeting?
Joining Microsoft Teams is always free and you don't need an account to attend sessions.
If you don’t have a Teams account, select Join as a guest and enter your name to join the meeting as a guest. Depending on how the meeting was set up, you may need to sign in to an account that was authorized for the meeting; for details, see Join a meeting without a Teams account.
If you have a Teams account, select Sign in and join to join with access to the meeting chat and more. Depending on the organizer’s settings, you may join the meeting right away or go to the lobby where someone else can admit you.
How Do I Join A Webinar From My Mobile Device?
Teams mobile apps let you join webinars from anywhere using your iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Learn more.
Whether you’re starting fresh or ready to scale your current business, Start Smart will illuminate the path to your success!
Launch Your Business Dream: The Ultimate Start Smart Workshop!
Are looking to launch your first venture or expand an existing one, BiGAUSTIN is your go-to resource for expert guidance, practical tools, and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. We especially encourage minorities, women, and low-income individuals to apply and seize the opportunity to turn your business aspirations into reality. A Power-Packed 10 Session Virtual Course for Startups & Small Business Owners.
Whether you're just getting started or ready to scale, this comprehensive 10-session virtual course gives you the strategies, tools, and real-world insights you need to move forward with confidence. This is your launchpad. Starting October 14 - Every Tuesday and Thursday, 11.30am – 1.30pm.
What You'll Get:
•Clear steps to start and grow your business
•Real-world advice tailored for startups and small businesses
•Tools for building a solid business foundation and business plan
•Access to a thriving community of like-minded entrepreneurs
•Live Q&A with an expert instructor
Why Join This Course?
Expert Instruction
Taught by a seasoned business professional with years of hands-on experience
Convenient Format
100% online and interactive—learn from anywhere
Trusted Organization
Hosted by BiGAUSTIN, a trusted Austin-based organization with over 30 years of helping local entrepreneurs
Affordable Investment
All of this for a low, accessible price
Tuition: $150-$200
Need help with tuition?
We've got you covered! Tuition support is available for eligible individuals. Contact Melissa at melissa@bigaustin.org to explore your options and get the assistance you need to take this next big step!
START DATE: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
TIME: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
DURATION: 5 WEEKS
LOCATION: Virtually Via TEAMS
COURSE DATES:
Week 1: Tuesday, October 14 & Thursday, October 16
Week 2: Tuesday, October 21 & Thursday, October 23
Week 3: Tuesday, October 28 & Thursday, October 30
Week 4: Tuesday, November 5 & Thursday, November 6
Week 5: Thursday, November 13 & Tuesday, November 18
Please contact Melissa – melissa@bigaustin.org or call our offices at (512) 928-8010 if you are interested in attending or if you have any questions.
FAQs
How Do I Join The Virtual Workshop?
Once you register for the event you will receive an email with details to access the webinar. The invitation email or message will include a link to the meeting.
What Platform Are You Using?
The virtual workshop is hosted through the Microsoft Teams platform. If you're not familiar with TEAMS, we encourage you to watch this QuickStart video
Do I Need An Account To Join A Meeting?
Joining Microsoft Teams is always free and you don't need an account to attend sessions.
If you don’t have a Teams account, select Join as a guest and enter your name to join the meeting as a guest. Depending on how the meeting was set up, you may need to sign in to an account that was authorized for the meeting; for details, see Join a meeting without a Teams account.
If you have a Teams account, select Sign in and join to join with access to the meeting chat and more. Depending on the organizer’s settings, you may join the meeting right away or go to the lobby where someone else can admit you.
How Do I Join A Webinar From My Mobile Device?
Teams mobile apps let you join webinars from anywhere using your iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Learn more.