Finance Foundations for Solopreneurs

Offered By: LinkedIn Learning

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Course Description

Overview

Learn the finance fundamentals for running a business of one. This course is helpful for solopreneurs working in the on-demand economy.

Syllabus

Introduction

Working as a solopreneur
Are you a solopreneur?

1. Foundations of Solopreneurs

Running a business of one
Taxes as a solopreneur
Choosing a business structure
Preparing a business plan
What about business insurance?
What about personal insurance?

2. Profitability As a Solopreneur

Understanding cash flow
Recordkeeping as solopreneur
It's not what you make, it's what you keep
Maximizing income
Tracking deductible expenses
Preparing an exit strategy early

3. Filing Taxes

Understanding the 1099
Profit and loss statements and balance sheets
Working with a CPA

4. Growing Your Business

Social media marketing strategies
Blogs, videos, and podcasts
Membership-based revenue stream
When and how to get help

Conclusion

Next steps

Taught by

Dan Weedin

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