Entrepreneur Hub
Launch and Grow with the Performance Innovation Institute
Special Event: Entrepreneur Workshop, April 30, 5:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Celebrate Small Business Week by lighting the fuse on your entrepreneurial ambitions.
Hosted at the TCC Wakulla Center location, this engaging workshop is designed for aspiring and budding entrepreneurs eager to learn the foundational aspects of launching and growing a successful business.
Click here to learn more and register.
Spark Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
At the Performance Innovation Institute, we’re passionate about transforming your ideas into successful enterprises. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, we can support every phase of your entrepreneurial journey.
Mentorship and Guidance
Gain insights and counsel from seasoned entrepreneurs and industry leaders who've walked the path and can light the way for your success.
Community and Networking
Our networking events, workshops, and online forums are your arena to connect, collaborate, and cultivate lasting relationships that propel your business forward.
Growth Workshops
Sharpen your skills and expand your knowledge with our workshops tailored for entrepreneurs. Covering everything from digital marketing strategies to financial planning, we prepare you for the multifaceted challenges of business ownership.
Pathway to Success
By assisting in creating a roadmap, we guide you through each phase of your entrepreneurial journey. From ideation to market launch and beyond, find clarity and direction every step of the way.
Embark on your entrepreneurial adventure with the Performance Innovation Institute. Here, we don't just see businesses; we see potential unleashed, barriers broken, and horizons expanded.
Connect with our Team and Mentors
Have questions? Need guidance on your entrepreneurial journey?
At the Performance Innovation Institute, we're committed to supporting your success every step of the way.
Whether you're curious about our programs, want to set up a mentor-coaching session, or need assistance with resources, we're here to provide the support and answers you need to move your business idea forward.
Connect with UsTurn Your Business Idea into Reality - Create a Digital Business Brief
At the Performance Innovation Institute, we understand that every great business starts with a great idea. But transforming that idea into a reality requires more than just vision—it demands action, planning, and collaboration.
Introducing Slyngshot
Designed for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs, Slyngshot is a dynamic platform that empowers you to rapidly create, build, and share your business ideas with the world.
Why Slyngshot?
Whether you're sketching out your initial concept, seeking to refine your business model, or ready to share your vision with potential investors, Slyngshot offers a structured, supportive environment to bring your ideas to life.
- Create a digital business brief that captures the essence of your idea.
- Build upon your concept with tools designed to refine and enhance your business plan.
- Share your vision with a community of mentors, peers, and potential investors.
Get Started with Slyngshot in 5 Easy Steps
- Visit Slyngshot: Click here to visit Slyngshot and embark on your entrepreneurial journey.
- Sign Up for Free: Choose "Sign Up for Free" or "Start Here" to begin the process.
- Enter Access Code: To register, enter the exclusive Tallahassee Community College access code: eeptallahassee.
- Create Your Account: With your free account, you can access a suite of tools and resources designed to elevate your business idea.
- Dive In: Explore the Create, Build, and Share sections. Each phase is designed to progress your idea from concept to readiness for the market.
Need a Helping Hand?
For additional guidance on navigating Slyngshot, visit the “Your Guide to Slyngshot” website. Here, you'll find short videos and resources that cover everything from setting up your account to effectively presenting your business plan.
Your Idea Deserves the Spotlight
With Slyngshot, your business idea can evolve from a concept to a plan, ready to make an impact in the real world. We at the Performance Innovation Institute are excited to see where your ideas will take you.
Online Resources
At PII, we're passionate about fueling the entrepreneurial journey. With this in mind, we've curated a collection of web resources to support and inspire entrepreneurs at every step, from inception to growth. These links offer insights for entrepreneurs and small business owners into the following topics:
- Creating a business
- Writing a business plan
- Legal and taxes
- Marketing
Business Planning Resources
Florida Trend:
Florida Dept. of State
Florida Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation
SCORE
Business Plan
Writing a Business Plan
Put Your Plans in Writing
Bplans
SCORE
Legal and Tax Information
Florida Dept. of State
Florida Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation
Florida Dept. of Revenue
IRS
Marketing
SalesForce
Forbes
Hubspot
General Resources
City of Tallahassee
Office of Economic Vitality
U.S. Small Business Administration
AERO - (Alliance of Entrepreneur Resources Organizations
Start Up Nation
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Unlock Your Potential with Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Verizon’s Small Business Digital Ready is a comprehensive initiative crafted to support small businesses. With a focus on fostering growth and enhancing digital capabilities, this program offers free access to over 40 online courses covering a wide range of topics:
- Branding and Marketing
- Operations
- Technology and Cybersecurity
- Finances and Business Money Management
- Employee Management
To create your free account, visit the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready website here.