Turn Your Gig Into a Business You Can Trust

Many gig workers want to grow their income but aren’t always sure how to set things up the right way to protect what they’ve built. Maybe you’ve wondered if you should register your business, how much you’re really making after expenses, or what tools can help you stay organized without costing too much. Join our workshop to get clear steps to treat your gig like a real business so you can strengthen your foundation, protect your income, and feel confident about your next steps.

What you’ll learn:

• How to legally protect your gig work and keep your income safe
• How to understand your expenses so you know your true profit
• Cost-effective accounting options that make taxes and record-keeping easier

Don’t wait to get the information that can make a real difference in your business. Save your spot today and start building a stronger, more professional gig operation.

About the Speaker

Laurkita Sheffield is the founder and CEO of Sheffield Accounting and Finance Services, helping small business owners understand their finances and build profitable, sustainable businesses. With over a decade of accounting experience, she has led finance teams for companies generating millions in revenue and now provides services, strategy sessions, and her CASHFLOW Collective membership to guide entrepreneurs toward financial clarity and growth. Outside of work, Laurkita is dedicated to raising her four children and promoting financial literacy in her community.

The Economic & Community Development Institute's Women's Business Centers of Ohio guide individuals at any stage of the business process. Through one-on-one counseling sessions with WBC staff and volunteers, you can get the direction and resources to meet your goals. Business advisers want to help you successfully start a business, or grow and expand your existing business -- increasing revenue and creating jobs for the local economy.

The WBCs present training workshops regularly to provide access to small business knowledge at no charge. They are the only SBA-funded Women's Business Centers in the state.