SBDC Building Business Acumen - From Insight to Impact

SBDC Business Strategy Clinic – Solutions for Entrepreneurs and Enterprises Alike
Class Series: Building Business Acumen – From Insight to Impact
 
Running a business isn’t just about hustle—it’s about smart decisions, clear strategy, and knowing how today’s moves shape tomorrow’s results.
The SBDC Business Strategy Clinic is a monthly, hands-on experience designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and organizational leaders who want to think more strategically and grow more sustainably. Each clinic day kicks off with a 60-minute educational class focused on building real-world business acumen, followed by two hours of individualized client follow-ups to apply insights directly to your business.
 
This brown-bag, working-session format blends learning with action—so you don’t just leave inspired, you leave aligned, informed, and ready to move.
 
Whether you’re launching, scaling, or recalibrating, this series equips you with the mindset, tools, and decision-making skills to turn insight into impact.

The Mindset of Business Acumen
Objective: Understand what business acumen really is—and why it’s a game changer.
Strong businesses are built on strong judgment. This session breaks down the core mindset behind effective business decision-making and shows how successful leaders connect vision, strategy, and everyday choices.
You’ll explore:

• What truly defines business acumen
• The building blocks: financial literacy, strategic thinking, market awareness, and leadership judgment
• How daily decisions influence revenue, customers, and brand