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eMarketing

This in-depth course takes you through the vital steps of building an effective online marketing program for your small business. SEO, using WordPress as a content management system, unifying and strengthening your branding message, managing your social media presence, and maintaining relationships with your new and existing customers – it’s all in there. Learn more or register now.

WordPress Basics

The idea of building a website for your business by yourself might seem intimidating, but so much of the work has already been done for you! This is a hands-on course where you will work through the design and upload of your website from concept to finish. You will leave with a complete basic website for your business that doesn’t look like an amateur project.

SoMe(dot)Biz: Social Media for Marketing Research, Customer Relations, and Networking

Everyone is talking about social media. “They” say you have to have it in order for your business to succeed, but are “they” right? Building a brand for your business is definitely useful, but every tool is not for every business. This full day workshop provides a hands-on opportunity to understand what social media is and what it is not, create and maintain a professional online identity, and learn how your greatest marketing investment could be as close as your smartphone.

Google Apps and More: Using Open Source to Manage Your Business Better

Google Apps and similar productivity suites offer many cost-effective alternatives to expensive proprietary software. While there are some applications that we think you should pay for (anti-virus software, for example), you can almost totally outfit your office with commonly-used tools for free or very low cost. This course will give you a complete overview of what’s available, where to get it, and how to use it effectively.

Business Blueprint: A Practical Planning Workshop

You don’t build a house without blueprints – why start a business without one? This 4-Saturday practical workshop will kickstart your business planning. You’ll leave with your complete business plan, a strong foundation for seeking funding assistance, and tips for staying organized using online tech tools. Breakfast provided. Limited seating.

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