Begoña Calderón Lozano, originally from Cádiz, Spain, graduated in Journalism from the University of Seville just two months ago and also embarked on a course called MasterClass at the School of Reporters of Andalusia in Seville. When she’s not immersed in the world of news, she shows her passion for volleyball and fashion and even takes thrilling motorcycle rides through the Sierra de Cádiz with her father. She’s no stranger to adrenaline, having parachuted from an airplane at an astounding 4,600 meters high. Her journey to EGBI in Austin began as a result of an online volunteer search, and since then, she has been enjoying the satisfaction of helping others while expanding her professional and personal horizons. The most exciting experience for her so far has been recording a podcast, something she will surely remember forever.
Share a fun fact with us:
A fun fact about me is that I enjoy extreme sports. A year ago, I parachuted from an airplane at 4,600 meters high. I also consider myself a very adventurous person, always eager to explore new things.
How did you first get involved with EGBI? I’ve only been in Austin for 2 months, and I found EGBI on a volunteer website. My first contact with EGBI was at an event, and I felt so comfortable that I didn’t hesitate to help them for these 2 months.
Why are you a volunteer for EGBI? Helping people is a very satisfying feeling. It’s a way to make yourself happy because you’re helping others, and others are helping you. You grow as a person and create a unique experience. I’ve met wonderful people.
How has your collaboration with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally? I couldn’t have chosen a better volunteer opportunity with EGBI. In terms of professional growth, I’ve been doing translations and writing for the blog, which has helped me learn new vocabulary in English. I’ve had the opportunity to host the La Incubadora Podcast and conduct interviews in both Spanish and English. Personally, I’ve been able to grow as a person, face new situations, and that has made me mature in other ways.
What was the most rewarding experience you had while working as a volunteer at EGBI? The opportunity to record the podcast has been the most fulfilling experience. I am immensely grateful to EGBI for having me and giving me this opportunity that I will never forget. I couldn’t be happier with this experience.
Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI? Being a volunteer for EGBI is a way to help others. You grow as a person, and it’s beautiful to see how EGBI gets involved with you to make you feel comfortable. I thank them for everything; they are wonderful people, and in no time, they made me feel at home.
Larry D. Williams is the Community Liaison for the HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) of the Purchasing Department of Travis County. Travis County and its HUB department are award-winning organizations within the government purchasing arena. He received his BA from Arizona State in Mass Communications and Media Studies with a minor in Public Policy and Public Service. Larry prides himself in bringing professionalism, innovation, and equity to the forefront of every position he has been involved in. Larry has focused his entire career on expanding nonprofits’ and governmental agencies’ community-level work to enhance their effectiveness with their most important stakeholders. It is his passion for seeing professionals and community organizations break through their boundaries and expand their effectiveness in their given communities.
–Larry shares his experience as a volunteer with EGBI.
–Share a fun fact with us.
A fun fact about me is that I am new to Central Texas. I have an ever-growing list on my phone of great and unique places on my phone that I have experienced since I moved here.
“It became more desirable for me to be a small part of seeing that mission available to the community” – Larry D.Williams
-How did you first get involved with EGBI?
When I was hired as the Community Liaison for the Travis County Purchasing HUB program I went through the HUB Resource Guide and connected with external stakeholders listed there. EGBI was one of those organizations.
-Why do you volunteer for EGBI?
I was first impressed by the professionalism of the staff. As I became more aware of the mission and vision of EGBI it became more desirable for me to be a small part of seeing that mission available to the community.
-How has your involvement with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally?
My time volunteering with EGBI introduced me to the entrepreneurial climate of Austin and Travis County. Being involved with EGBI also made me that much more excited to enhance this community by improving the access that Historically Underutilized Businesses have to the Purchasing process of Travis County.
– What was the most rewarding experience you had while volunteering for EGBI?
Being able to share the HUB process of not only Travis County but also the other governmental agencies in the area.
– Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI?
I believe others will find a passion for the entrepreneurial climate of the City of Austin and Travis County and its importance in our community.
EGBI provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our website https://egbi.org/donate/.
Born in Venezuela, Maria holds a bachelor’s in architecture and a marketing certificate. As a new degree holder, she had the opportunity to work in trade shows’ booth design and production, translating into more than ten years of work in the field of trade shows and corporate image. Later, she moved to the United States and worked in higher education administration spearheading the student services department in a private university. For more than a decade she worked developing student services procedures and training with a particular concentration on students’ non-academic matters assistance, regulations compliance, campus safety, handbook revision and update, student onboarding, and major university events.
Her responsibilities as a student services administrator also provided her with an open door for community service, getting involved in organizing fundraising and awareness events to support national and local organizations, overseeing, and advising students’ clubs and associations, and mentoring the Student Government Association.
Her volunteer work led her to act as a mentor for a non-profit organization, Youth and Democracy in the Americas. Being its Mission to raise awareness regarding the situation of democracy in Latin America, it successfully progressed attaining the support of the Secretary-General of the Organization of American States Luis Almagro, several US Senators and Representatives, national and foreign student organizations, and various other non-profit organizations.
More recently, Maria has been involved in e-commerce and logistics having among her duties the translation and interpretation of meetings, training, and documents for limited English proficient team members. In her spare time, she volunteers as an assistant instructor for an early literacy for adults’ program, and as an English-Spanish translator and interpreter for non-profit organizations.
–Maria shares her experience as a volunteer with EGBI.
–Share a fun fact with us.
I love to swim in cold waters but not on the beach or rivers. I prefer to swim by jumping off of a boat, in the clear shallow blue waters of the open sea.
“It is an exciting opportunity to learn about EGBI’s work and mission” – Maria Hoffman
-How did you first get involved with EGBI?
I was looking for opportunities to volunteer and got involved with EGBI through Volunteer Match.
-Why do you volunteer for EGBI?
It’s an opportunity that allows me to give back to the community. On the other hand, I have the chance to put into practice my translation skills, which is something I highly enjoy.
-How has your involvement with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally?
Professionally I believe it is an exciting opportunity to learn about EGBI’s work and mission. Personally, EGBI provides me with the rewarding feeling of being of help for a good cause.
– What was the most rewarding experience you had while volunteering for EGBI?
I’m new to EGBI, yet I appreciate the opportunity to collaborate to spread the voice about the resources available for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
– Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI?
Helping small businesses and entrepreneurs to succeed is very important, and volunteering with EGBI increases the opportunities to accomplish that goal.
EGBI provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our website https://egbi.org/donate/.
Jesús es gerente del centro financiero en Independent Financial, donde administra el lado minorista de la ubicación de Austin. Es responsable de la operación diaria, la expansión del negocio de la sucursal y el desarrollo de pequeñas empresas.
Ha trabajado en la banca durante más de diez años en todo el estado de Texas. Jesús se enfoca en desarrollar lazos profundos en las comunidades en las que trabaja y ayudar a las personas a alcanzar sus metas financieras. Ha trabajado en una variedad de programas de emprendimiento y clases de educación financiera, brindándolos en persona y en plataformas virtuales.
–Jesús comparte su experiencia como voluntario con EGBI.
–Comparta un dato divertido con nosotros.
De vez en cuando escribo cuentos y se los doy a mis amigos. Nada importante, pero disfruto escribiendo ficción literaria. Trozos de vida que dan una idea de lo que atravesamos a diario. Son catárticos.
“SER VOLUNTARIO EN EGBI ES UNA EXCELENTE MANERA DE AYUDAR A NUESTRA COMUNIDAD”. – JESÚS NEVAREZ
–¿Cómo se involucró por primera vez con EGBI?
Me acababa de mudar a la ciudad y todavía estaba luchando para aclimatarme. Me comuniqué por correo electrónico para saber cómo podía ayudar. Investigué EGBI y mi percepción fue que son un gran recurso para nuestros empresarios locales. Mónica Peña me contactó y me invitó a un evento de EGBI. Posteriormente, pregunté si podía asistir a algunas de las clases que EGBI ofrece a los empresarios. Desde ese momento, he disfrutado ser voluntario de EGBI en diferentes etapas y programas.
–¿Por qué es voluntario de EGBI?
Las pequeñas empresas son el alma de nuestras comunidades, y el espíritu empresarial es un camino para lograr la seguridad financiera. Creo en lo que hace EGBI, y las personas que dirigen la organización realmente tienen su corazón en ello. Me gusta ayudar a las personas a mejorar, y algunos de los empresarios y propietarios de pequeñas empresas que asisten a EGBI solo necesitan una mano para alcanzar el siguiente nivel. Trabajo en Independent Financial, donde tratamos de construir comunidades saludables. Ellos me han apoyado en este esfuerzo.
-¿Cómo te ha ayudado a crecer profesional y personalmente tu participación en EGBI?
Profesionalmente me ha permitido ver lo que necesita la comunidad de pequeñas empresas en Austin. Comprender sus preocupaciones y sus aspiraciones. Me ha conectado con otras personas en toda la ciudad que también buscan ayudar a nuestro emprendedor. comunidad. Personalmente, bueno, simplemente conociendo nuevas personas. Mudarse a una nueva ciudad, sin una red familiar o profesional, puede ser difícil. Conocí a muchas personas en las clases y aceleré mi conocimiento de la ciudad y sus recursos.
–¿Cuál fue la experiencia más gratificante que tuvo mientras trabajaba como voluntario en EGBI?
Hubo una presentación en el último trimestre de 2022. Estaban presentando a las personas que habían egresado del programa. Escuchar todas esas historias de éxito me permitió ver el tremendo impacto que EGBI tiene en nuestra ciudad.
– ¿Por qué cree que otros deberían ser voluntarios o apoyar a EGBI?
Ser voluntario en EGBI es una gran manera de ayudar a nuestra comunidad. EGBI ha desarrollado excelentes sistemas para comprender a los empresarios en diferentes niveles de su viaje comercial. Están en el negocio de ayudar a las personas a mejorar, eso es algo que todos podemos hacer.
EGBI brinda capacitación, orientación y apoyo a los propietarios de negocios existentes y aspirantes que enfrentan barreras para hacer crecer un negocio exitoso. Si desea apoyar nuestros esfuerzos, visite nuestro sitio web https://egbi.org/donate/.
Traducido al español por Bego Calderon. Para leer el artículo en inglés, haga clic aquí.
¿Estás iniciando tu propio negocio? ¿Quieres saber si alguien a tu alrededor también lo es?
Alignable es una red en línea que conecta a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas. Es una empresa con sede en EE. UU. que se hizo pública en 2014. Ahora tiene más de 7 millones de miembros.
Imagina un LinkedIn pero específicamente para propietarios de micro y pequeñas empresas.
Esto es con lo que Alignable puede ayudarle:
Haz conexiones con otros dueños de negocios
Alignable está destinado a actuar como un “rompehielos” para esta comunidad al ayudarlo a hacer conexiones, publicar sobre su negocio y recomendar a otros. Puede anunciar nuevos eventos o líneas de productos a todos sus contactos a la vez.
También puede crear y unirse a grupos para conectarse con otros propietarios de negocios que tengan intereses similares. Cuando se une por primera vez, Alignable lo agrega a una comunidad que incluye las empresas en su área general.
Esto facilita que otros propietarios en su área busquen su negocio y viceversa. Una vez que establezca una conexión entre sí, puede continuarla a través de Alignable.
Contribuya a su comunidad local
Alignable es excelente para ponerte en contacto con dueños de negocios en tu comunidad local.
Abarca alrededor de 5 a 10 ciudades en su área y puede personalizar sus conexiones especificando con quién desea conectarse.
Aquí hay 3 pasos para promocionar su negocio en Alignable:
Paso 1: Averiguar la logística
Necesitas tu publicación para comunicar tu evento o anuncio con claridad. ¿Cuál es el título de su anuncio? ¿Cuál es la fecha y la hora de su evento? ¿Para quién? ¿Qué estás promocionando?
Paso 2: crea arte para tu publicación
El arte único de las redes sociales es una gran parte de la captura de su audiencia. Asegúrese de que su mensaje sea claro y que la paleta de colores sea simple. Su diseño debe ser algo que deje de desplazarse para echar un vistazo.
Paso 3: Comparte tu publicación
A continuación se muestra una lista de todas las diferentes funciones en Alignable. Puede hacer clic en el tipo de publicación que desea compartir para que sus consumidores potenciales puedan comprender el propósito de su publicación.
La principal diferencia entre Alignable y LinkedIn es que es más informal. Como te conecta de pueblo en pueblo, se siente muy unido.
Si desea contribuir con su comunidad local y conectarse con otros propietarios de pequeñas empresas en su área, Alignable podría ser una buena opción para usted.
Las pequeñas empresas también merecen el centro de atención.
Vea si Alignable es una buena plataforma complementaria para usted.
Jesus is a Financial Center Manager at Independent Financial, where he manages the retail side for the Austin location. He is responsible for the day-to-day operation, expanding the business of the branch and small business development.
He has been working in banking for over ten years across the state of Texas. Jesus focuses on developing deep ties in the communities he works, and helping persons reach their financial goals. He has worked on a variety of entrepreneurship programs and financial literacy classes, delivering them in person and virtual platforms.
–Jesus shares his experience as a volunteer with EGBI.
–Share a fun fact with us.
I occasionally write short stories, and give them out to my friends. Nothing major, but I enjoy writing literary fiction. Slices of life that give a glimpse of what we go through daily. They are cathartic.
“Volunteering at EGBI is a great way to help our community.” – Jesus nevarez
–How did you first get involved with EGBI?
I had just moved to the city, and I was still struggling to get acclimated. I had reached out through email to know how I could help. I had researched EGBI, and my perception was that they are a great resource to our local entrepreneurs. Monica Peña reached back, and invited me to an EGBI event. Thereafter, I asked if I could assist in some of the classes that EGBI does for entrepreneurs. Since that point, I’ve been enjoying being a volunteer for EGBI at different stages and programs.
–Why do you volunteer for EGBI?
Small business are the lifeblood of our communities, and entrepreneurship is a pathway to achieve financial security. I believe in what EGBI does, and the persons that run the organization truly have their hearts in it. I like to help persons get better, and some of the entrepreneurs and small business owners that attend EGBI just need a hand to reach the next level. I work at Independent Financial, where we try to build healthy communities. They have supported me in this endeavor.
-How has your involvement with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally?
Professionally it has allowed to me see what the small business community needs in Austin. Understand their concerns and their aspirations. It has connected me with other persons across the city that are also looking to assist our entrepreneur community. Personally, well, just meeting new persons. Moving to a new city, with no family or professional network can be difficult. I’ve met so many persons in the classes, and accelerated my knowledge of the city and its resources.
–What was the most rewarding experience you had while volunteering for EGBI?
There was a presentation in the last quarter of 2022. They were presenting the persons that had graduated from the program. Hearing all those stories of success, allowed me to see the tremendous impact that EGBI has in our city.
– Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI?
Volunteering at EGBI is a great way to help our community. EGBI has a develop great systems to understand entrepreneurs at different levels of their business journey. They are in the business of helping people get better, that is something that we could all do.
EGBI provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our website https://egbi.org/donate/.
Soy de Ecuador y actualmente estoy haciendo la carrera de administración de empresas. Sin embargo, mi verdadero amor es el marketing, que me apasiona mucho. Originalmente, planteé convertirme en ingeniero en biotecnología, pero me alegro de haber descubierto mi verdadera vocación en el marketing y los negocios. A pesar de este cambio, todavía tengo un intenso interés por el ámbito de la ciencia.
Mi sueño es trabajar en estrategias de marketing efectivas que estén estrechamente relacionadas con la sustentabilidad corporativa. En mi tiempo libre, me gusta hacer senderismo y levantamiento de pesas. También disfruto experimentando con nuevas recetas que veo en Instagram; cuanto más desafiante, mejor.
Giuliana comparte su experiencia como voluntaria de EGBI.
–Comparte un dato divertido con nosotros.
Me encanta crear álbumes de dibujos con garabatos y pinturas, aunque no soy particularmente hábil para dibujar o pintar. Me desafío a mí mismo a mejorar y, ocasionalmente, planifico cómo quiero que se vea y luego lo rastreo desde mi teléfono. Además, disfruto reuniendo recuerdos de salidas y fechas, como boletos y flores diminutas, e incorporándolos a mi álbum de dibujos.
“SI PUEDES HACER ALGO POR LOS DEMÁS, LA VIDA TE DEVUELVE ESA POSITIVIDAD” GIULIANA KAROLINA NOBOA CASTAÑEDA
-¿Cómo se involucró por primera vez con EGBI?
Estaba buscando programas de voluntariado cerca de mí y EGBI parece una oportunidad prometedora para ayudar a los dueños de negocios. Realmente aprecio su enfoque en la comunidad hispana y la atención que le dan al idioma. Esto fue especialmente significativo para mí, ya que soy consciente de los desafíos que enfrentan los nuevos propietarios de negocios cuando no hablan inglés con fluidez o no se sienten más cómodos con el español. Traducir es una manera perfecta para mí de contribuir y brindar ayuda.
-¿Por qué eres voluntario de EGBI?
Esa pregunta me lleva de vuelta a esa frase que dice: “Nadie puede hacerlo todo, pero todos podemos hacer algo”. (Significado: “Aunque nadie puede lograrlo todo, cada uno de nosotros puede contribuir a su manera”).
Ser parte de la solución y ofrecer alivio a los demás son aspectos fundamentales de la participación comunitaria. Creo que EGBI ofrece una oportunidad de voluntariado que ayuda a mantener la conexión entre la beca y la gestión del conocimiento, ya que permite que las personas aprendan de los demás y compartan sus propias experiencias.
-¿Cómo te ha ayudado a crecer profesional y personalmente tu participación en EGBI?
Participar en traducciones me mantiene en sintonía con las demandas de los dueños de negocios, utilizando un lenguaje que puede influir en la reformulación mientras conserva la esencia para crear el significado impactante presente en todos los blogs. Esta ha sido una valiosa experiencia de aprendizaje. Por otro lado, también he estado involucrado en esfuerzos de marketing recientemente. Observar el intercambio de recursos y conocimientos, y explorar formas de contribuir con creatividad e innovación, ha sido un enriquecimiento significativo para mí.
– ¿Cuál fue la experiencia más gratificante que tuvo mientras trabajaba como voluntario para EGBI?
Traducir los blogs de los pasantes me permite ser testigo del entusiasmo y las ganas de contribuir de las mentes frescas. El enfoque proactivo evidente en cada palabra es realmente estimulante.
– ¿Por qué cree que otros deberían ser voluntarios o apoyar a EGBI?
Si puedes hacer algo por los demás, la vida te devuelve esa positividad. En EGBI, tiene una maravillosa oportunidad recíproca, rodeado del entorno perfecto, las herramientas y las personas que están igualmente dispuestas a apoyarlo.
EGBI brinda capacitación, orientación y apoyo a los propietarios de negocios existentes y aspirantes que enfrentan barreras para hacer crecer un negocio exitoso. Si desea apoyar nuestros esfuerzos, visite nuestro sitio web https://egbi.org/donate/.
Traducido al español por Bego Calderon. Para leer el artículo en inglés, haga clic aquí.
I am from Ecuador and am presently pursuing a career in business administration. However, my actual love is marketing, which I am very passionate about. Originally, I planned to become a Biotechnology engineer, but I am glad that I discovered my true calling in marketing and business. Despite this change, I still have an intense interest for the realm of science.
My dream is to work on effective marketing strategies that are closely related to corporate sustainability. In my spare time, I like to go hiking and weightlifting. I also enjoy experimenting with new recipes that I see on Instagram; the more challenging, the better.
Giuliana shares her experience as an EGBI volunteer.
–Share a fun fact with us.
I love creating scrapbooks with doodles and paintings, even though I’m not particularly skilled at drawing or painting. I challenge myself to improve, and occasionally, I plan out how I want it to look and then trace it from my phone. Additionally, I take pleasure in gathering mementos from outings and dates, such as tickets and tiny flowers, and incorporating them into my scrapbook.
“If you can do something for others, life brings that positivity back to you” giuliana karolina Noboa castañeda
-How did you first get involved with EGBI?
I was searching for volunteer programs near me, and EGBI looks like a promising opportunity to assist business owners. I truly appreciate their focus on the Hispanic community and the attention they give to language. This was especially meaningful to me, as I am aware of the challenges that new business owners face when they don’t speak English fluently or feel more comfortable with Spanish. Translating is a perfect way for me to contribute and provide help.
-Why do you volunteer for EGBI?
That question takes my mind back to that phrase that goes: “Nadie puede hacerlo todo, pero todos podemos hacer algo.” (Meaning: “Although no one can accomplish everything, each of us can contribute in our own way.”)
Being part of the solution and offering relief to others are fundamental aspects of community involvement. I believe EGBI offers a volunteering opportunity that helps maintain the connection between fellowship and knowledge management, as it enables people to learn from others and share their own experiences.
-How has your involvement with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally?
Engaging in translations keeps me attuned to the demands of business owners, utilizing language that can influence rephrasing while retaining the essence to create the impactful meaning present in all the blogs. This has been a valuable learning experience. On the other hand, I have also been involved in marketing efforts recently. Observing the sharing of resources and knowledge, and exploring ways to contribute with creativity and innovation, has been a significant enrichment for me.
– What was the most rewarding experience you had while volunteering for EGBI?
Translating the interns’ blogs allows me to witness the enthusiasm and eagerness of fresh minds to contribute. The proactive approach evident in every word is truly invigorating.
– Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI?
If you can do something for others, life brings that positivity back to you. At EGBI, you have a wonderful reciprocal opportunity, surrounded by the perfect environment, tools, and people who are equally willing to support you.
EGBI provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our website https://egbi.org/donate/.
Born in Mexico and raised in Escondido, California, Patricia Correa eventually moved to Texas and has lived there for 27 years. She has owned her welding business, Cornerstone Welding, for 15 years. She has always had a entrepreneur spirit – after owning several businesses in the past like a food truck, bridal store, wedding planner/decor and even e-commerce, her welding business has been her number one priority. Patricia is married to her husband, Juan Correa, and currently run the business together. She is the mother of 6 (2 boys and 4 girls). As a family, they not only work for our family business, but also have a passion for serving in God’s ministry. Together they lead a church group in Bastrop TX. Patricia says that her purpose is helping anywhere she can be of service.
Patricia shares her experience as a client at EGBI.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself.
My story as an immigrant was issued in a book called “The Truth in our Stories”.
“The business knowledge EGBI provided helped me build a better structured business.” Patricia Correa
Tell us about your business.
My business offers mobile welding services. We have a shop in Bastrop where we fabricate and do custom work from fencing, railing, to structural steel.
I found out about EGBi through a friend who is also a EGBI client.
How did EGBI help your business? What service did you benefit from?
I took all the business courses. My business was lacking the fundamentals of business management. The business knowledge EGBI provided helped me build a better structured business. It helped me understand financial accounting and EGBI also helped me set up my own Quickbooks account. I learned about business entities which led me to create the best one for my business. This has helped me with lowering taxes.
Why should people consider supporting an organization like EGBI?
They are very informative and the instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. They cared for my unique needs and concerns, and helped me develop the skills necessary to be even more successful. My biggest victory is an increase of 40% gross revenue and my profit margins went up at the same level. The business coaching workshops have been incredibly valuable in helping me grow as a business woman managing my business and also helped bridge my knowledge deficit. I highly recommend EGBI to any small business owner.
EGBI provides training, coaching, and support to aspiring and existing business owners who face barriers to growing a successful business. If you would like to support our efforts, please visit our website https://egbi.org/donate/.
Nacida en México y criada en Escondido, California, Patricia Correa eventualmente se mudó a Texas y ha vivido ahí por 27 años. Ha sido propietaria de su negocio de soldadura, Cornerstone Welding, durante 15 años. Ella siempre ha tenido un espíritu emprendedor – después de ser dueño de varios negocios en el pasado como un camión de comida, tienda de novias, planificador de bodas / decoración e incluso el comercio electrónico, su negocio de soldadura ha sido su prioridad número uno. Patricia está casada con su marido, Juan Correa, y actualmente dirigen el negocio juntos. Es madre de 6 hijos (2 niños y 4 niñas). Como familia, no sólo trabajan para nuestro negocio familiar, sino que también tienen una pasión por servir en el ministerio de Dios. Juntos dirigen un grupo de la iglesia en Bastrop TX. Patricia dice que su propósito es ayudar en cualquier lugar donde pueda servir.
Patricia comparte su experiencia como cliente de EGBI.
Cuéntanos un hecho divertido sobre ti.
Mi historia como inmigrante fue publicada en un libro llamado “La verdad en nuestras historias”.
LOS CONOCIMIENTOS EMPRESARIALES QUE EGBI ME PROPORCIONÓ ME AYUDARON A CONSTRUIR UN NEGOCIO MEJOR ESTRUCTURADO”. PATRICIA CORREA
Háblenos de su negocio.
Mi negocio ofrece servicios móviles de soldadura. Tenemos un taller en Bastrop donde fabricamos y hacemos trabajos a medida desde vallas, barandillas, hasta acero estructural.
Me enteré de EGBi a través de un amigo que también es un cliente EGBI.
¿Cómo ayudó EGBI a su negocio? ¿De qué servicio se ha beneficiado?
Tomé todos los cursos de negocios. Mi empresa carecía de los fundamentos de la gestión empresarial. Los conocimientos empresariales que me proporcionó EGBI me ayudaron a crear una empresa mejor estructurada. Me ayudó a entender la contabilidad financiera y EGBI también me ayudó a crear mi propia cuenta de Quickbooks. Aprendí sobre entidades empresariales, lo que me llevó a crear la mejor para mi negocio. Esto me ha ayudado a reducir los impuestos.
¿Por qué debería la gente considerar apoyar a una organización como EGBI?
Son muy informativos y los instructores son muy bien informados y útiles. Se preocuparon por mis necesidades y preocupaciones únicas, y me ayudaron a desarrollar las habilidades necesarias para tener aún más éxito. Mi mayor victoria es un aumento del 40% de los ingresos brutos y mis márgenes de beneficio subieron al mismo nivel. Los talleres de coaching empresarial han sido increíblemente valiosos para ayudarme a crecer como mujer de negocios gestionando mi empresa y también me han ayudado a cubrir mi déficit de conocimientos. Recomiendo encarecidamente EGBI a cualquier propietario de una pequeña empresa.
EGBI ofrece formación, asesoramiento y apoyo a los aspirantes a empresarios y a los que ya lo son, que se enfrentan a obstáculos para hacer crecer un negocio con éxito. Si desea apoyar nuestros esfuerzos, visite nuestro sitio web https://egbi.org/donate/.
Traducido al español por Eleanor Menchú Melgar. Para leer el artículo en inglés, haga clic aquí.
A business plan is the foundation of your business. Develop a useful plan to open your business. Build your financial projections and your marketing plan so that you will know
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A business plan is the foundation of your business. Develop a useful plan to open your business. Build your financial projections and your marketing plan so that you will know how to launch your business. Use your business plan as a roadmap to structure, administer, and grow your new business. Local subject matter experts assist you to develop your strategy for your business.
The cost for BUILD Your Business Plan for all 8 classes is only $25 due to the generousity of City of Austin .
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August 22 (Tuesday) 6:00 pm - October 10 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm
Desarrolla un plan útil para abrir tu negocio. Construye tus proyecciones financieras y tu plan de marketing para saber cómo lanzar tu negocio. Los expertos locales en la materia te
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Desarrolla un plan útil para abrir tu negocio. Construye tus proyecciones financieras y tu plan de marketing para saber cómo lanzar tu negocio. Los expertos locales en la materia te ayudarán a desarrollar la estrategia para tu negocio.
Desarrolla el plan para tu negocio es una serie de 8 talleres.. En 2023, los talleres se realizan en las siguientes fechas:
Del 24 de agusto al 12 de octubre de 6:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. los jueves
El costo del curso Desarrolla el plan para tu negocio para las 8 clases es solo $25 debido a la generosidad de la ciudad de Austin.
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August 24 (Thursday) 6:00 pm - October 12 (Thursday) 8:00 pm
Let’s come together again to celebrate the accomplishments of EGBI and its clients. Celebrating Success luncheon will be held on October 19th, 2023, at the Norris Conference Center 2525 W
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Let’s come together again to celebrate the accomplishments of EGBI and its clients. Celebrating Success luncheon will be held on October 19th, 2023, at the Norris Conference Center 2525 W Anderson Ln. Austin, TX 78757 in the Red Oak Ballroom. In keeping with tradition, we will showcase products and services with our EGBI small business expo, where you and other attendees will be able to purchase different items and services from local small businesses.
We hope you will consider supporting EGBI’s Celebrating Success. The success of our programs and services is dependent upon the support of our investors. Thank you in advance for your willingness to support EGBI and our local small businesses.
Sponsorship opportunities are available throughout the year. Your support helps us connect individuals to the resources and education they need to make them successful business owners. As you may know, although Austin is an awesome city for small businesses, not everyone has equal access to great resources. We hope you view this as an opportunity that needs to be addressed, and that you join our efforts and help us create, grow and sustain successful grassroots businesses, contributing to Austin’s economy and the prosperity of their families.
Please click here to view our Sponsorship levels, fill out the form and contact Monica Peña, monica@egbi.org (512-928-2594) with any questions or comments.
If you are an EGBI client and would like to participate in this year’s event, please contact Monica Peña (monica@egbi.org).
Únase a nosotros para una serie de cinco talleres que lo ayudarán a establecer las bases de su negocio. Tendrá la oportunidad de hacer preguntas, obtener guías paso a paso
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Únase a nosotros para una serie de cinco talleres que lo ayudarán a establecer las bases de su negocio. Tendrá la oportunidad de hacer preguntas, obtener guías paso a paso y conocer a expertos en negocios y otras personas que comienzan su viaje de negocios pequeños. Los temas incluyen:
Configuración de su presencia en línea
Mantenimiento de Registros Financieros
Cómo Manejar el Riesgo y Proteger tu Negocio
Tácticas de marketing para principiantes
Resumen de Impuestos Comerciales
Endeudarse: lo que debe saber sobre los préstamos comerciales
El costo del curso ADMINISTRA TU NEGOCIO para las 6 clases es solo $25 debido a la generosidad de la ciudad de Austin.
Time
October 24 (Tuesday) 6:00 pm - December 5 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm
Join us for a series of five workshops that will help you set up the foundation of your business. You will have a chance to ask questions, get step by
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Join us for a series of five workshops that will help you set up the foundation of your business. You will have a chance to ask questions, get step by step guides and meet biz experts and others starting out in their small business journey. Topics include:
Setting Up your Online Presence
Financial Record Keeping
Managing Risk/Protecting Your Business
Marketing Tactics for Beginners
Business Taxes Overview
Getting into Debt: What you should know about business loans.
The cost for Manage Your Business for all 6 classes is only $25 due to the generousity of City of Austin.
Time
October 26 (Thursday) 6:00 pm - December 7 (Thursday) 8:00 pm
