Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance

Tactical Tuesday: Master Time Management Time is a precious resource for any business owner. Use time-blocking techniques to prioritize tasks and prevent burnout. Schedule specific times for emails, meetings, and deep work, so you can focus on growing your business without losing productivity. Don't forget to schedule breaks and buffer time as needed.⏰📅 See the comments below for additional resources and let us know how you handle time management, what has worked effectively for your business, or what you'd like to start implementing in the future. #VEA #TimeManagement #Productivity #VeteranBusiness #TacticalTuesday #BusinessTips

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💪 Motivation Monday 💪 To all our veteran business owners: Your journey is a testament to your resilience and bravery. Each step forward, whether it feels like success or a setback, is a reflection of your incredible courage. Remember, it's not about where you start or the challenges you face, but how you choose to rise above them. Keep pushing forward, embrace the lessons, and let your courage guide you to new heights. You’ve got this! 💪 Take a moment to tell us about a success you had last week, a challenge you faced, or a lesson you learned, and let's encourage each other to start this week off right. #VeteranEntrepreneurAlliance #VEA #VeteranEntrepreneurs #MotivationMonday #CourageToContinue #Perseverance

🚀 The VEA Presents AI for Entrepreneurs – Navigating the Future 🚀 Join us on November 12 from 6-8 p.m. for an in-depth training on how AI can benefit your business, featuring key speaker Shannon Madsen, District Director for the SBA, Boise Office. 📍 Location: CapEd Headquarters, 275 S Stratford Dr, Meridian, ID 83642 🍽 Food & Drinks Provided! ✨ Event Highlights: - Understanding AI Basics: How AI can automate tasks and improve efficiency. - Current AI Applications: Discover tools like recommendation systems, fraud detection, and more. - Practical AI for Small Business: Boost marketing, manage inventory, and enhance customer insights. - Choosing the Right AI Tools: How to balance free and paid platforms for your needs. 📅 Agenda: 6:00-7:00 p.m. – Presentation 7:00-7:30 p.m. – Open Q&A 7:30-8:00 p.m. – Networking 🎟 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect! Visit our website to reserve your spot! https://lnkd.in/eW9QfvjM #VEA #Events #AITraining #Networking #SBAPresenter #BusinessBuilding #VeteranBusiness

🚀 The VEA Presents AI for Entrepreneurs – Navigating the Future 🚀 Join us on November 12 from 6-8 p.m. for an in-depth training on how AI can benefit your business, featuring key speaker Shannon Madsen, District Director for the SBA, Boise Office. 📍 Location: CapEd Headquarters, 275 S Stratford Dr, Meridian, ID 83642 🍽 Food & Drinks Provided! ✨ Event Highlights: - Understanding AI Basics: How AI can automate tasks and improve efficiency. - Current AI Applications: Discover tools like recommendation systems, fraud detection, and more. - Practical AI for Small Business: Boost marketing, manage inventory, and enhance customer insights. - Choosing the Right AI Tools: How to balance free and paid platforms for your needs. 📅 Agenda: 6:00-7:00 p.m. – Presentation 7:00-7:30 p.m. – Open Q&A 7:30-8:00 p.m. – Networking 🎟 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect! Visit our website to reserve your spot! https://lnkd.in/eW9QfvjM #VEA #Events #AITraining #Networking #SBAPresenter #BusinessBuilding #VeteranBusiness

🚨 BIG NEWS for Veteran Business Owners! 🚨 The SBA has just launched the MySBA Certifications platform, a one-stop shop for all SBA certifications! 🛠️ Whether you’re applying for VetCert, HUBZone, Women-Owned, Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned, or 8(a) certifications, it’s now easier than ever to get certified! ✅ 🔑 If you already have a MySBA loan portal or VetCert account, you can log in with your existing credentials. Otherwise, make sure to create a NEW account to access the system. 💼 Bonus: You can now apply for multiple certifications with just one application! Talk about efficiency! 💥 Apply today: certifications.sba.gov 💻 Let’s keep moving forward and open doors for veteran entrepreneurs! 🇺🇸💪

Jump down into the comments for all the details on how to apply for these grants! 💰 You don't need to be a ❌Verizon customer....❌don't need to buy anything.... Just sign up and take 2 or their FREE educational courses! 😎 Apply for a $10,000 small business grant now through December 13, 2024. AND........... Apply now for a chance to receive a $25,000 grant and a trip to Super Bowl LIX. Tell them your story! Apply now through November 22, 2024 and three Digital Ready grantees will be chosen. #grants #vealliance #superbowllix #veterans #veteranowned #doitnow

Leverage Your Network 💡Tactical Tuesday: Leverage Your Network to Grow Your Business Your military network is one of your greatest assets as a veteran entrepreneur. Use your connections to reach new customers, find partners, and build collaborations. Many veterans want to support fellow veterans—so don’t be afraid to reach out to your old comrades or military groups for advice or business opportunities. 💼💪 The VEA provides a unique networking experience, on the third Thursday of each month, which we affectionately call, Vet-working! Join us and expand your network! #VEA #Vet-working #VeteranBusiness #Networking #VeteransHelpingVeterans #TuesdayTips

💥 Motivation Monday: Share Your Success, Veteran Entrepreneurs!💥 As veterans, you've proven your resilience, discipline, and leadership in the toughest environments—and now you’re using those same strengths to build thriving businesses. 💼💪 This Motivation Monday, we want to hear from YOU! 🎙️ 👉 What’s one tip or lesson that’s helped you succeed in your business? 👉 Do you have a success story that could inspire others in our veteran community? Your experience could be exactly what another veteran entrepreneur needs to hear today! Share your wisdom in the comments and let’s lift each other up. 🚀 You’ve already fought for something bigger than yourself—now let’s build each other up as we build our businesses together! 👊 #VeteranEntrepreneurAlliance #MotivationMonday #VeteranBusiness #SuccessStories #EntrepreneurTips #VeteransHelpingVeterans #CommunityStrength

🎉 A Huge Thank You to Our Military Track Panel at Boise Entrepreneur Week! 🎉 We deeply thank the incredible experts who shared their time, insights, and expertise with our veteran community during the Military Track at Boise Entrepreneur Week. Your guidance is helping veteran entrepreneurs build stronger businesses and brighter futures! 🙌 Melanie Rubocki – Managing Partner at **Perkins Coie: Thank you for your dedication to supporting veteran-owned businesses and your invaluable legal expertise. 🙌 Shannon Madsen – District Director at **SBA**: Your deep knowledge of the resources available to veterans is a true asset to our community. 🙌 Karen Appelgren – VP of Community Banking at Zions Bank: Your financial insights are key to helping veterans navigate funding and financial strategies. 🙌 James McCarter – President & CEO of Shadowscape: Your entrepreneurial journey and advice on building successful ventures inspired us all. 🙌 Audree Bobinger – Agency Director at Summit Up Financial: Your guidance on financial planning and management is crucial for business growth and sustainability. Thank you for helping our veteran entrepreneurs succeed! 💼💪 #VEAStrong #ThankfulThursday #BoiseEntrepreneurWeek #VeteranEntrepreneurs #MilitaryTrack #BusinessLeadership #ThankYou #VeteranSupport