LinkedIn Power Session
Friday, March 19 • 8a - 10a
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In this workshop you will to use this business networking tool to make more powerful connections, promote your expertise, as well as research companies and prospects. Whether you are new or looking for ways to be more effective with LinkedIn, you are sure to learn at least 7 things that you can do immediately to leverage this online network. The cost for this 2-hour workshop is $30 per attendee and limited to 15 participants. Advanced registration is required for attendance.
Online Marketing Day of Thunder
Saturday, April 24 • 9a - 4p
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In this all day hands-on workshop, you will learn some the power moves that will make you more productive and effective. But more importantly, you will learn to create a strategic plan for your online marketing that embraces website, email, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and other online venues.
Workshop is limited to 8 participants. Participants must bring their own laptop computer equipped with WiFi or a broadband access card.
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