NETWORKING

Business Breakfast

North Shore residents are invited to meet fellow small business owners at an annual breakfast hosted by The North Shore Business Forum. Friday, 7:15 to 8:30 a.m., Acapulco’s, 900 Cummings Center, Beverly. $15.

MEET UP

Grow your business by referral

Small business owners are encouraged to attend a morning meet-up to promote their businesses through networking with local professionals. Friday, 7 to 8:30 a.m., Paris Street Community Center, 112 Paris St., Boston. Free.

PANEL DISCUSSION

Competitive social media

Have breakfast, listen to a panel discussion, and participate in a Q&A with internet marketing experts on how to improve business through social media. Friday, 8 to 10 a.m., Impact Hub, 50 Milk St., 20th floor, Boston. Free.

WEBINAR

Be your own boss

Learn how to create a business plan for investors and avoid common mistakes made by first-time entrepreneurs via a webinar hosted by an entrepreneur coach. Friday, 8 to 9:30 p.m., online. Free. Register on Eventbrite.

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