Lunchtime Lesson: How to Podcast for Nontechies – FRI September 23rd 2016
This lesson is a step by step guide to getting your podcast out of your mind and into the earbuds of the world. Led by Daedalus Howell of the Culture Dept. podcast (culturedept.com), this brass tacks, no frills, survey of microphones, remote interviews, recording, editing and hosting, is designed to get you on iTunes and […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Blogs Attract Customers. Here’s Why – FRI September 16th 2016
The data show that businesses with blogs do more business. Let’s help you be one of those businesses that does better. This lesson discusses: * Why posts bring in potential customers * How a blog helps you differentiate your product from competitors’ * How your blog reinforces your brand * Ways that posts lead to […]
Lunchtime Lesson: One Day Collaborative Web Design – Fri September 9th 2016
Are you overwhelmed with a looming website design project? Thinking about everything that’s involved in the entire process can be daunting. Working with a professional is definitely worthwhile but it’s not always easy, and a lot can go wrong. Bills can go up and launch dates can get pushed back. Miscommunication can turn good people […]
Tech Talk: Database Access with Elixir and Ecto – Thurs Aug 25th 2016
NOTE: We’re sneaking this class in on a Thursday so Darin can test out his talk for an upcoming conference. Elixir is a relatively new functional programming language that’s gaining a lot of interest in the tech community. Built upon the battle-tested Erlang virtual machine, Elixir offers a Ruby-inspired syntax, along with excellent support for […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Memory Training for Professionals – Fri August 26th 2016
In this fun and interactive presentation, U.S. Memory Champion, Chester Santos – “The International Man of Memory” will help you to develop your most valuable business asset: your brain! Every professional understands the value of networking, and you are not getting the most out of networking if you are not remembering people’s names and what […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Inside Book Publishing Now – Fri August 12th 2016
Publisher Chris Gruener will describe the current trends and landscape of the book publishing industry, covering both traditional and self-publishing and everything in between, including the growing popularity of the “hybrid” publishing model. He’ll discuss different facets of publishing including: • understanding your reason for publishing a book • pros and cons of various methods […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Write Who You Know – FRI August 19th 2016
How to Use Your Personal Life in Your Fiction Without Ruining Your Relationships From the roman à clef to so-called “autobiographical fiction,” authors are often tempted to use their own autobiographies in their work. As Anne Lamott writes, “If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should have behaved better.” That said, what […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Hootsuite 101 – Intro to Social Media Management – FRI August 5th 2016
Widely regarded as one of the top social media management platforms, Hootsuite allows you to monitor activity and schedule posts across all your networks from one dashboard. During this lunchtime lesson you will learn the basics of using Hootsuite. It allows you to monitor conversations across your social media networks and efficiently manage your social media marketing […]
Concert at WORK: The healing music of Zimbabwe – Fri Nov 18th 2016 7:30 PM
Immerse yourself in the ancient healing music of the ancestors with mbira master Fradreck Mujuru, on tour from Zimbabwe, and Erica Azim. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear the sacred music played in Zimbabwe for over 1,000 years! Comment from last year’s concert: Wonderfully exhilarating! It was delightful to be exposed to a new […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Create Amazing Graphics with Canva – Fri July 29th 2016
Creating your own compelling graphics can be fun, easy, and fast. Genna Mori will show us how to build beautiful designs and documents with Canva. Their drag-and-drop features and professional layouts will help you develop brand-consistent graphics for a variety of needs. Design your own: • inspirational posts for social media • advertisement and promotional posters for print […]