Lunchtime Lesson: #Social Media – Fri Oct 10th 2014
This talk will explore the matrix of digital networks online. Humans inherently add social aspects to all networks they participate in, but the core purpose of some networks goes beyond socializing. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and others will be discussed as they relate to business, friendship, education, and more. What makes a digital network? Privacy topology […]
coWORKing Coffee Talk: Rejecting “Busy” – Sept 9th 2014
I haven’t been writing as many blogs lately. Have you noticed? Somehow I’ve been wrapped up in being busy. Last year I deliberately rejected that term, “busy.” We all use it way too much. It’s a badge of honor, a standard response, a socially acceptable state. “How are you?” “Busy.” If you aren’t “busy” your […]
Innovation in the North Bay – Sept 15-19 2014
The Bay Area is known for being innovative, and the North Bay is making its mark on the map. See how… Steve Palladino of the North Bay iHub gives an overview of the activities scheduled for the 2014 North Bay Innovation Week program September 15-19 in Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties. […]
coWORKing Coffee Talk: Culture Moderating Behavior in Two Acts – Aug 19th 2014
Last week we talked about flocking behaviors and the hive mentality. This week we were on to the prisoner’s dilemma and game theory. How we act and the elements at play in controlling our behaviors make for a rousing conversation. Here are a few highlights: Split or steal? What would you do? The British game […]
NEW! WORKSHOP: Create your own powerful brand marketing videos – Sat Sept 20th 2014
These high-impact WORKshops offer small class sizes, hands-on learning, and important information for the do-it-yourself business professional. Learn to create video content that tells the story of your brand in an authentic and engaging way. Choose the appropriate technical tools, video format, tone and presentation for your audience/clientbase. In a content hungry, noisy world of marketing start shooting […]
Innovation at WORK – an evening of ideas – Thurs Sept 18th at 6:30 PM
Doors open at 6:00 PM, program begins at 6:30 PM. This event is FREE but RSVP IS REQUIRED, as space is limited. WORK Petaluma hosts a modern twist on the traditional salon, entertaining you with conversations on fascinating topics meant to challenge your intellect and inspire new ideas. Come with an open mind and enjoy a fabulous evening. […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Your Networking Mindset – Fri Sept 12th 2014
We have volumes of useful information, from all the experts on how to be a huge success in networking. PROVEN methods and activities we could use that would certainly make us more successful…THEN WHY DON’T WE USE THEM?! The answer to this question is not simple. It involves more than your knee-jerk “I’m too busy” […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Hands-on With Cloud Technology Part 1: Amazon EC2 – Fri Sept 5th 2014
(this is an advanced discussion) Follow along as we setup, configure, and monitor a virtual server in the cloud using Amazon’s EC2 web console tools. We’ll cover regions and availability zones, pricing options (normal/reserved/spot requests), image selection, cloud config, attaching virtual storage (ELB), network configuration (security groups), server access (ssh), and accessing basic stats (CloudWatch). […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Bitcoin 101: The currency, the network, the community – Fri Aug 29th 2014
Bitcoin and the underlying technology of cryptocurrency is poised to revolutionize the world of banking and financial equity. Can Bitcoin make it through the volatile startup years and be adopted as a global currency? With an estimated 50,000 businesses now accepting Bitcoin and more than $100 million in venture capital investments, 2014 could be the […]
coWORKing Coffee Talk: Happy Birthday, WORK! Top 2 reasons WORK works – July 29th 2014
What makes WORK work? We had a great discussion about the benefits – and challenges – of coworking. Perfect timing, considering it is our two-year anniversary this month! Coworking isn’t perfect. The need for privacy and the awkwardness of public phone calls are probably our biggest issues (look for a new phone booth coming soon!). […]
