The Business Study Group — The BSG

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What Is the Business Study Group — the BSG?

The BSG is a group of business owners who meet monthly to share, discuss, and learn about how to improve and grow their companies. The BSG is a supportive community of entrepreneurs committed to the idea that building a successful business requires them to work on their business and not just in it. BSG members share the notion that we can sustain and grow our businesses more effectively and successfully when we share and learn from each other. We do better together. 

What Goes on at BSG Meetings? 

Each two-hour meeting includes a 45-minute session on one aspect of business important to the group, such as: 

     · How to create a business and financial plan

     · How to manage accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll

     · How to recruit & hire your first or tenth employee

     · Where & how to find new customers

     · How to market your business

     · How to stay focused and avoid burnout 

     · How to think about time management

Sessions are often supplemented with printed material, articles, and references for further reading. During the balance of each meeting, BSG members share their business successes and challenges in a roundtable setting and learn from the stories and experiences of other members. Meetings are limited to 8 — 10 BSG members or guests.  

Who Convenes & Conducts the BSG

The BSG is a program of Lemolo Bay Advisors and is led by the company’s founder and principal, Jeff Cain, Ph.D. Jeff is an adjunct professor in Business & Technology at Olympic College. He has over twenty-five years of executive experience in business, consulting, nonprofits, and philanthropy. He is the co-founder of American Philanthropic, LLC; former CEO of CrossFit, Inc.; and former president and executive director of the Arthur N. Rupe Foundation. He served honorably in the USMC. You can read more about Jeff here. 

Is the BSG Right for Me & My Business? 

The BSG is right for any small business owner or nonprofit executive looking to grow their enterprise — from start-up companies with no employees to more established businesses with many employees. BSG members come from many different industries, but all share similar challenges and concerns in building their companies or nonprofit organizations. Participants in the BSG come prepared to share their experiences, challenges, and successes with the group. 

When & Where Does the BSG Meet? 

The BSG meets in the office of Lemolo Bay Advisors in historic downtown Poulsbo: 390 Hostmark, 2nd Floor on the second Saturday of every month at 8:30 AM. Meetings last 2 hours and include coffees and pastries. Registration is required. 

How Can I Register to Attend A BSG Meeting? 

BSG registration is available here.