So You Want to Start a Business?
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Hosted by: Stephanie Exner
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21
October
2026
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A Small Business Startup Crash Course
90-minute virtual workshop with Stephanie Exner, Founder of Harvest Goal Collective
You have an idea. Maybe you even have a client or two. But then come all the questions nobody really explains:
Do I need an LLC? Can I just start as a sole proprietor? What’s an S corp? Do I need an EIN? A business license? Insurance? A separate bank account? A contract? A bookkeeper? And what actually needs to happen before I start getting paid?
In this practical 90-minute workshop, Harvest founder and longtime entrepreneur Stephanie Exner will walk you through the decisions that come with turning an idea or side hustle into an actual business.
Having built businesses across multiple industries-and worked alongside entrepreneurs doing everything from coaching and consulting to creative services, wellness, events, retail and professional services-Stephanie will help you talk through your options, understand what questions you need to answer, and figure out what makes sense to do now versus later.
We’ll cover:
- Sole proprietor vs. LLC vs. S corp-and what those actually mean for you
- The basic business startup checklist (and a logo isn’t on it)
- EINs, business names, banking and bookkeeping
- Business licenses, permits and local requirements
- Contracts and protecting yourself
- Business and professional liability insurance
- Getting paid as an independent business
- When you actually need a CPA, attorney, bookkeeper or insurance professional
- What you can reasonably DIY-and when it’s time to bring in an expert
- How to research the requirements specific to your city, state, province or country
- Your questions and real-life business scenarios
You’ll leave with a Small Business Startup Checklist and your own next-step action plan, plus trusted referral resources for attorneys, CPAs, bookkeepers and insurance professionals if you need additional help.
The goal isn’t to have every possible piece of your business figured out. It’s to leave knowing what you need, what you probably don’t need yet, what questions still need answers, and what to do next.
Harvest Members: FREE
Non-Members: $79
This workshop provides general business education and is not legal, tax, accounting or insurance advice. Business requirements vary significantly by location, industry and individual circumstances. Participants are responsible for researching the requirements applicable to their business and jurisdiction and consulting qualified professionals when appropriate.
Non-members welcome. Create a free account or log in to your existing account to RSVP.
A Small Business Startup Crash Course
90-minute virtual workshop with Stephanie Exner, Founder of Harvest Goal Collective
You have an idea. Maybe you even have a client or two. But then come all the questions nobody really explains:
Do I need an LLC? Can I just start as a sole proprietor? What’s an S corp? Do I need an EIN? A business license? Insurance? A separate bank account? A contract? A bookkeeper? And what actually needs to happen before I start getting paid?
In this practical 90-minute workshop, Harvest founder and longtime entrepreneur Stephanie Exner will walk you through the decisions that come with turning an idea or side hustle into an actual business.
Having built businesses across multiple industries-and worked alongside entrepreneurs doing everything from coaching and consulting to creative services, wellness, events, retail and professional services-Stephanie will help you talk through your options, understand what questions you need to answer, and figure out what makes sense to do now versus later.
We’ll cover:
- Sole proprietor vs. LLC vs. S corp-and what those actually mean for you
- The basic business startup checklist (and a logo isn’t on it)
- EINs, business names, banking and bookkeeping
- Business licenses, permits and local requirements
- Contracts and protecting yourself
- Business and professional liability insurance
- Getting paid as an independent business
- When you actually need a CPA, attorney, bookkeeper or insurance professional
- What you can reasonably DIY-and when it’s time to bring in an expert
- How to research the requirements specific to your city, state, province or country
- Your questions and real-life business scenarios
You’ll leave with a Small Business Startup Checklist and your own next-step action plan, plus trusted referral resources for attorneys, CPAs, bookkeepers and insurance professionals if you need additional help.
The goal isn’t to have every possible piece of your business figured out. It’s to leave knowing what you need, what you probably don’t need yet, what questions still need answers, and what to do next.
Harvest Members: FREE
Non-Members: $79
This workshop provides general business education and is not legal, tax, accounting or insurance advice. Business requirements vary significantly by location, industry and individual circumstances. Participants are responsible for researching the requirements applicable to their business and jurisdiction and consulting qualified professionals when appropriate.