October web series empowers women in business

October is National Women's Small Business Month, and the U.S. Small Business Administration is offering a web series designed just for you.

So whether you're starting a dog-grooming spa or expanding your public relations boutique, check out these four live web chats with SBA experts. You'll learn about everything from writing a business plan to entering competitive markets. You can post questions beforehand or participate during the chat itself:

Oct. 4, 3 p.m. ET
“Starting and Growing Your Business” with Erin Andrew, of SBA’s Office of Entrepreneurial Development. 

Oct. 11, 4 p.m. ET
“Finding Capital” with Jeanne Hulit, Associate Administrator,
Office of Capital Access

Oct. 16, 3 p.m. ET
“Contracting with the Federal Government” with John Shoraka, Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development

Oct. 25, 2 p.m. ET
“Business Opportunities for Young Women” with Ana Harvey,
Assistant Administrator for the Office of Women’s Business Ownership