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SUMMARY:The Essentials of Great Product Photography
DESCRIPTION:Great product photography is essential for any artist or craftsman who needs to showcase their work through photos. Learning to take great photos helps build trust in your products by giving consumers a true representation of your work.  Whether it’s to build your artist portfolio or sell your work online\, you’ll benefit from expert product photography tips taught by Native photographer\, Roxanne Best. \nThe Photography Workshop will take place over two 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Thursday\, February 11th at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Friday\, February 12th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/the-essentials-of-great-product-photography
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CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210216T170000
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SUMMARY:How to Research to Find New Customers
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please visit: ntv.bz/research \nIn this webinar\, Lynn Wilson\, IDRS’ Microenterprise Development Specialist and marketing research guru will teach you to use a free library resource to find more customers for your business. Reference Solutions\, a subscription database offered for free by many libraries\, is used to conduct market research by providing instant access to comprehensive business and consumer listings. \nThe workshop will take place on Tuesday\, February 16th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nThis workshop is part of a monthly series produced by IDRS unlocking marketing research tools\, tips\, and tricks that potential entrepreneurs and small business owners can utilize in their planning to start and grow a business.  This is a repeat of our Reference USA workshop from January \nWhat is Reference Solutions? \nReference Solutions is a subscription database offered by most libraries in the U.S. which is used by many small businesses to conduct market research by providing instant access to comprehensive business and consumer listings. \nHow can I use it for my business? \nWith Reference Solutions\, you can generate lists of potential customers to market your products or services to\, based on demographic information such as gender and income. The database also allows you to segregate the list based on consumer lifestyles and purchasing habits\, such as people who like to RV travel or people who purchase pet-related products. The database is ideal for identifying a target market for a product or service\, studying the demographics of a community\, researching consumer demand for new businesses\, researching a community before opening a business\, determining how many competitors are in your market and estimating the number of potential customers based on hobbies\, interests\, and other demographics. \nHere is just one example of how the data base can be used. \nFour Seasons Landscape and Lawn Care:\nCherokee business owner Clint Wilson has a lawn care and landscaping service in northeastern Oklahoma. Business has been good but he would like to expand and take on new customers. He has determined his best target market to be single women with plenty of disposable income living in nice homes. With the Reference Solutions database\, Clint generated a list of single women living within a 40 miles radius of his community\, own a home with a value of over $200\,000 and household income over $100\,000/year. \nWith the list he generated he can mail a brochure to prospective customers or stop by the person’s house to provide a business card. Using other tools in the database\, he can determine if there are specific areas where potential customers are located so he can set out signs or even purchase billboard advertising in that area. He can also look up the addresses on Google earth so he can actually see the person’s yard. This will enable him to be prepared to give the owner some suggestions for landscape improvement and be better prepared to give a price quote when he talks to the customer. \nAbout our presenter: \nLynn Wilson serves as the Microenterprise Development Specialist for the IDRS Acorn Project. She has championed small businesses and entrepreneurs for 16 years working with tribal communities across Indian Country including her own tribe where she continues to provide small business support services for the Tribes’ CDFI & Commerce division. \nLynn’s work has focused on entrepreneurial training\, business counseling\, economic and demographic and social research related to economic development. Since 2009 she has taught part-time for the School of Business and Technology at Rogers State University and the Institute of American Indian Arts. Prior to coming to IDRS\, She served as the lead certification trainer for the Indianpreneurship Journey curriculum while on staff at ONABEN. Lynn received her M.B.A and Professional Certification in Entrepreneurship from Cameron University and is a certified market research specialist through the National Center for Economic Gardening. She lives in Claremore\, OK with her husband Clint (also a Cherokee Citizen) and their two sons\, Chandler and Quinton. \nThis workshop is being funded in part by the USDA Rural Development\, the Small Business Administration\, and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/how-to-research-to-find-new-customers
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:IDRS Acorn Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210217T170000
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SUMMARY:Discovering the Tools for Creating a Successful Business
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs are truly a special breed! It takes a specific set of skills and characteristics to be successful in entrepreneurial ventures. In this fun\, dynamic\, and interactive session being presented by Camille Koster\, you’ll learn: \n\n\nThe secret success factors of the entrepreneurial mindset used by the world’s top entrepreneurs \n\n\nWhy the entrepreneurial mindset is the most important skill you need to make your business a success (yes\, even more important than cash flow!) \n\n\nHow to use the entrepreneurial mindset to accelerate your business even when nothing else is \n\n\nHow to continually grow and sharpen your entrepreneurial mindset to reach new levels in your business (and life) sooner \n\n\nThis workshop is part of a series based on teachings from the book “Who Owns the Ice House?” by Clifton Taulbert.  This is a repeat of our January Do You Have What It Takes webinar. \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, February 17th at 5:00 pm Pacific / 6:00 pm Mountain / 7:00 pm Central. The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/discovering-the-tools-for-creating-a-successful-business
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online
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CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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SUMMARY:Improving Your Credit Score
DESCRIPTION:Credit plays an important role in the development of your business.  Whether seeking financing from a lender or even through credit cards\, credit determines the availability of credit and the cost that you pay for access to those funds.  In addition\, some auto insurers and employers also base decisions on credit.  In this webinar\, learn what makes up your credit score\, where you can find your credit report for free\, and tips for improving your score. \nThis webinar is totally free! \nPresented By: Mark Thompson.  Mark serves as Executive Director for IDRS. He has an exceptionally strong background in business and business law. He has specific skills and background in financial accounting and controls\, personnel management\, information systems\, accounting software\, costs and income projections and analysis\, bidding government contracts\, and marketing. \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact Lynn Wilson at 918-978-7622.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/improving-your-credit-score
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T100000
DTSTAMP:20260719T012328
CREATED:20210129T214819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T214819Z
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SUMMARY:Better Ways To Manage Your Social Media Content
DESCRIPTION:Do you have your content calendar and plan for social media marketing but you are still forgetting to post? Is it hard to make it back to log on to post everyday or maybe you have too many accounts to juggle? If you answered YES to any of the above questions then you don’t want to miss this webinar. \nIn this 60 minute webinar\, you will learn how by using content management apps\, you can to schedule your posts in advance. We will cover what features to look for in a content manager app and how much will it cost? Tune in to find out.  Join social media expert\, Roxanne Best\, as she helps you manage your content so your social media channels never run dry! \nThe workshop will take place on Wednesday\, February 24th at 12:00 pm Pacific / 1:00 pm Mountain / 2:00 pm Central.  This workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform.  The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nAll Native entrepreneurs and community members are welcome.  If you know of anybody that would be interested or could benefit from this webinar\, please share it with them! \n  \nRoxanne Best (Colville) is a multi-talented and multi-disciplinary entrepreneur. Roxanne is a photographer and operates Roxtography in Omak\, WA. She specializes in lifestyle portraits\, special events\, and business imagery. She is also a yoga instructor\, culinary artist\, storyteller\, and small business consultant. She can be found at roxtography.com.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/better-ways-to-manage-your-social-media-content
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210226T100000
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Online
DESCRIPTION:The IDRS Acorn Project is hosting a free live online workshop for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through Etsy.  Etsy is the leading global marketplace for selling handmade and vintage goods to more than 40 million customers. IDRS has created the Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop for Native artists/crafters that are looking to expand their customer base beyond the boundaries of their own community and sell to consumers world-wide. \n \nThe course is taught by award-winning Cherokee artist\, MaryBeth Timothy.  MaryBeth and her husband operate MoonHawk Art LLC\, an art business located in Muskogee Oklahoma which specializes in Native American and wildlife art. \nMaryBeth creates new original art and through sublimation printing\, offers her and her husband’s images on a variety of items\, such as ceramic decorative tiles\, coffee mugs\,  cuff bracelets and t-shirts.  While MaryBeth primarily sells through venues such as gift shops and art markets\, she has been able to expand and reach a worldwide market through her Esty store. \nThe Etsy class will take place over four 2-hour sessions.  The first session will be on Tuesday\, February 2nd at 11:00 am Pacific / 12:00 pm Mountain / 1:00 pm Central.  There will be a session at the same time on Wednesday\, February 3rd; Thursday\, February 4th; and Friday\, February 5th.  The workshop is free and open all entrepreneurs. \nThis workshop will be delivered online utilizing the Zoom platform. The workshop can be taken on computers and smartphones. \nCourse Agenda \nDay 1\nIntroductions\nBreak\nCourse overview\nWhy sell on Etsy? \nDay 2\nRecap of session 1\nHomework discussion\nHow to stand out on Etsy\nWhat you need to do before opening your Etsy store\nBreak\nTaking great product photos \nDay 3\nRecap of session 2\nHomework discussion\nHow to list your items on Etsy\nBreak\nEtsy search engine optimization\nIndian Arts & Crafts Act\nPricing & fees\nEtsy payment\nDeveloping your store policies \nDay 4\nRecap of session 3\nHomework discussion\nCreating your store profile\nSales strategies\nBreak\nCommunicating with customers\nShipping products\nCollecting sales tax\nPromoting your store on Social media\nHow to set up coupons and special offers\nWhere to get help.
URL:https://cpcdc.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-online-2
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CATEGORIES:Free,IDRS Acorn Project
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