Counting Costs: Understanding the Real Price of Starting or Growing Your Business

One of the most critical—and often underestimated—aspects of launching or expanding a business is understanding the true cost. Counting Costs helps entrepreneurs and business owners uncover the full financial picture behind their business goals. This course dives into identifying and calculating startup expenses, operational overhead, expansion costs, and hidden fees that can impact long-term success. Participants will learn how to build realistic budgets, evaluate one-time vs. recurring costs, and factor in everything from equipment and inventory to staffing, marketing, insurance, and space improvements. By the end of the course, students will walk away with a detailed cost plan and the financial clarity needed to make confident, informed business decisions.