Calendar

The following seminars are free for Start-Up NY participants. To register, please contact Mirza at mtihic@syr.edu or 315-443-3445.

All Courses Listed are FREE for Start-Up NY Participants

January 6 & 28: Bare Necessities of Starting a Business
Instructor: Connie Gregory; Tuesday, January 6; 8:30-10:00 a.m & Wednesday, January 28; 6:00-7:30 p.m No charge; New Venture Orientation: This workshop provides information on the initial steps that are critical to launching a successful business, and ultimately achieving profitability. [See attached flyer]

January 14, 21, 28 & February 4: HP Communications Tools
(4 sessions)
Instructor: TBA; Wednesdays, January 14, 21, 28 & February 4; 6:00-8:00 p.m $40.00(Free to Start-Up NY Clients); Whether communicating internally with partners and staff or externally with customers, suppliers, and associates, business owners need effective tools and techniques for instant communication anytime, anywhere.[See attached flyer]

• January 14: Email & Internet - Identify and use the features of email and Internet in a business context
• January 21: Presentations - Use presentation software to communicate business ideas with visual aids
• January 28: Communication Devices - Identify a range of communication devices and their features for business use
• February 4: Virtual Collaboration - Share experiences and ideas for effective business communication

January 27: Internet Marketing
Instructor: Erin McKenna-Nowak, Owner & Principal Designer of Bride Design;Tuesday, January 27; 6:00-8:00 p.m $15.00 (FREE to Start-Up NY Clients); Savvy Entrepreneurs know that valuable public relations opportunities are no more than a mouse-click away. You might have a website or an online store front, but is your business using the internet as effectively as it could?; Never fear. This presentation will provide an easy-to-understand introduction to tangible (and often free!) ways of increasing your business’ online presence.[See attached flyer]

• Learn how to use online social networks for the learning and sharing of ideas.
• Give increased exposure to your products and services, and boost referrals.
• Explore how smart entrepreneurs are using blogs to propel their businesses forward and increase sales.
• Learn internet etiquette and discuss a few of the latest web sites you may have heard about (but probably aren’t using).
• Learn about "email blasts" and "Avatars"

January 29: Cooking Skills Series: Healthy Smart Start
Instructor: Lynne Foster; Thursday, January 29; 5:30-7:00 p.m; Cost: $20.00(Cost includes your meal);Let's get healthy for the New Year! Join us for a hands-on cooking experience preparing a delicious and nutrition-packed meal; This Month's Menu: Asian lettuce wraps; Sundried Tomatoes with Kale; Stir-fried Udon noodles with chicken and vegetables; jalapeno pepper jelly seared salmon. Register early as this class fills up fast. Only registrations with payment in advance will be honored. [See attached flyer]

To register for any of the training available please contact JoAnn at
jpuchir@syr.edu or call (315) 443-8634

ARISE - Disability Benefits Training 1st Friday of every month, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Please call Mary Watson to reserve your spot: 315-671-3081

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