TRAININGS
•April 9, 2024 Monthly Small Business Call-MN Employment & Economic Development, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
*The meeting, which is the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m., is an opportunity for small business owners to have a conversation with business experts and their peers.*
Our next call/Teams meeting, will be on Tuesday, April 9th at 2:00 p.m.
This month's call will cover workforce issues facing Minnesota employers.
The presentation will offer tips for recruiting and retaining workers, specifically a diverse workforce.
You may submit a question ahead of the event by contacting Mark.Simmer@state.mn.us
•April 10, 2024 Getting Things Done & The Power of Habit, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join master trainer Scott Robley for a free introduction to Getting Things Done® & The Power of Habit™. You'll learn a couple of skills from the courses to preview how the content is designed and delivered. Please note that this is not the full course, rather it's an opportunity to preview the learning experience for those looking to evaluate the course for their team or organization.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Crucial Learning research shows 2 out of 3 respondents said they struggle to focus on a single task or person and instead are distracted by the latest and loudest. And 60.6% said they rarely do even an hour or two of focused work each day. On the other hand, those who use the skills taught in GTD are 55 times less likely to start projects and not finish them and half as likely to report feeling burned out and stressed compared with those who do not use the skills. And those who know how to implement the Habit Loop can build these GTD habits with less effort and greater success.
- An introduction to the skills for managing your time and attention so you can focus on the people and projects that matter most.
- An introduction to the CCORE methodology for improving focus and productivity: Capture, Clarify, Organize, Reflect, & Engage.
- An introduction to the Habit Loop - Cue, Routine, and Reward - to build high-performance habits.
- Flexible ways you can implement Getting Things Done® or The Power of Habit™ in your organization.
•April 11, 2024 Local SEO, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Wondering how you can get your business found online?
This webinar will walk you through the key factors and strategies to increase the visibility of your website within Google search. Get found by your ideal customers, in your target geographic area, who are looking for the products and services you are selling!
Learn how to leverage Search Engine Optimization (SEO) tactics on your website and combine them with a free Google My Business listing with amazing results!
In this webinar we’ll discuss best practices for:
- Creating a free Google My Business listing
- Understanding the Google Search Engine Results Page
- Optimize your website with targeted keywords and geography
Join us and learn how to get found online and attract leads and customers to your website!
Presented by Sue Ginsburg. Sue Ginsburg brings decades of experience in a wide range of marketing arenas, including brand management, strategic marketing, and business development. Through her work both inside and outside the corporate world, she has gained extensive experience marketing in a number of industries. Monitoring metrics for insights applicable to the business has always been an important element in how Sue helps businesses grow. Sue has grown business and pipelines 25-100% and expanded locations and customers both domestically and worldwide.
Presented by Jesse Dolan. Jesse has been an entrepreneur and business owner since the late 1900’s (1999 to be exact) when he was the COO for International Office Technologies, a local IT services and equipment sales company in MN. In the early 2000’s Jesse helped grow the company by transitioning from a traditional cold calling, direct mail, and “interruption marketing” strategy to an “inbound marketing” strategy that leveraged websites and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to grow the business instead.
Contact
SCORE Twin Cities
There’s no fee for most of these workshops, however, your tax deductible donation would be most welcome. As a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit with all services delivered on a volunteer basis, we rely on the support of our donors to continue delivering great value to the community. Thank you. Donate Now
•April 17, 2024 E-Bike Rebate - Webinar Overview for Retailers Part 1 & Key Dates, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
We will be hosting two webinars for retailers to walk through the online application process. During these hour-long sessions we will review:
- An overview of the e-Bike Rebate program
- The application process for retailers
- What it looks like when a customer purchases an e-bike with a rebate
- Submitting for reimbursement
Session 1: Wednesday, April 17 at 9 a.m.
https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/re3f215eb4cc4816c134c980964569fcb
Session 2: Thursday, May 9 at 1 p.m.
https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/r0bb0780abaee07610f8c97fae104b589
Note: A recording of the webinars will be available.
Key dates:
- May 1, 2024 at 8 a.m. -- Online application opens for retailers that want to become eligible retailers and participate in the program.
- June 5, 2024 at 11 a.m. – Online application opens for individuals to apply for a rebate certificate.
- July 1, 2024 – Rebate certificates issued.
The online application dates for Minnesota’s e-Bike Rebate Program have been set. While we do not anticipate these dates changing, they are still considered tentative.
Additional information, including updated FAQs, are available on our e-Bike Rebate Program webpage.
https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/electric-assisted-bicycle-e-bike-rebate
•April 23, 2024 Part 1 Streamlining MN Environmental Permitting Process (Two Part Event), 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Part 1 of Streamlining MN Environmental Permitting Process (Two Part Event)
Tuesday, April 23
11:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Mineland Rec Building
Chisholm, MN 55719
Presented By:
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Hosted By:
Laurentian Chamber of Commerce & Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce
Itinerary:
- 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Chamber Report Walk-Through (Led by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and Laurentian Chamber of Commerce
- 12:00 P.M. - 12:30 P.M.
- 12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M.
•April 24, 2024 Iron Range Non-Profit Network, 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us virtually!
Join to address the communication gaps between nonprofit agencies in Northern Minnesota. Attendees can share and discover local events, project, and partnership opportunities, and regular agency updates. Essentia Health and Fairview Range will be launching regular Iron Range Nonprofit Network meetings every 4th Wednesday each month!
Free:
Sign up through our Interest Form or by emailing
Sierra.NapoliThein@EssentiaHealth.org or Laauren.Pipkin@Faiview.org
•April 25, 2024 Leveraging Social and Paid Programs for Meetings, Groups, and Sports Webinar, 10:30 AM
Join Explore Minnesota and Brian Matson from TwoSix Digital this week on Thursday, April 25 at 10:30 a.m. for a webinar: Leveraging Social & Paid Programs for Meetings, Groups, and Sports.
In this webinar, discover strategies to grow your groups, meetings, and sports business within your destination by leveraging LinkedIn and other social networks and digital advertising tools. We'll discuss strategies to help you build relevant audiences and the tactics you'll need to grow your base, nurture leads, and book more group business. You'll walk away from this session with some fresh ideas to get more groups coming into your destination.
Brian Matson is the Senior Director of Strategy and Education at TwoSix Digital. He has been a part of the travel and tourism industry since 2003 and recognized as a great asset to the development of any businesses or organization's marketing initiatives due to his vast experience working directly with destinations, meetings & convention teams, sports organizations, resorts, attractions, and small businesses.
•April 29, 2024 BlueCross BlueShield of MN: Medicare Workshop, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
BCBS of MN - Prepare for Medicare 2024
Attend a free, no-obligation workshop to answer all your questions about Medicare.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota offer community workshops to learn about comparing your options for Medicare, including prescription and drug benefits, and when to enroll. This workshop will help you feel confident about choosing the right plan.
Reservations are appreciated, but walk-ins are also welcome. I'm here to answer your questions and help you find Medicare coverage to fit your needs.
Comfort Inn & Suites
8570 Rock Ridge Dr.
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Monday, Apr 29, 2024 6 PM-7PM
Monday, May 20, 2024 6 PM-7PM
Monday, Jun 24, 2024 6 PM-7PM
Questions: Tammy Rae Kausch Tammyrae.Kausch@bluecrossmn.com