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 […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Running Effective Meetings – Fri Aug 22nd 2014
“If I have a super power it’s the ability to listen to my clients, see their ‘Big Picture,’ and strategically connect the ideas that open up new routes of learning and innovation.” No more boring meetings! Learn how to run a Participative Meeting that keeps your participants engaged and gets better work done. From executive boards […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Intro to Docker.io – An Open Platform for Distributed Applications – Fri Aug 1st 2014
(This is an advanced discussion for developers and sysadmins) Docker is an open platform for developers and sysadmins to build, ship, and run distributed applications. Consisting of Docker Engine, a portable, lightweight runtime and packaging tool, and Docker Hub, a cloud service for sharing applications and automating workflows, Docker enables apps to be quickly assembled […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Improving Your Website with User Centered Design- Fri July 25th 2014
Who is your website for? Your costumers, we assume! But does it work for them? Is your website easy to read and simple to navigate? Are your colors inviting to your user? If you are uncertain of the answers, join us and learn how to stylize your blog or website for maximum impact. Understand font […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Improving Your Website with User Centered Design- Fri July 25th 2014
Who is your website for? Your costumers, we assume! But does it work for them? Is your website easy to read and simple to navigate? Are your colors inviting to your user? If you are uncertain of the answers, join us and learn how to stylize your blog or website for maximum impact. Understand font […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Using Free Business Advice from SCORE- Fri July 18th 2014
Small business success comes from a combination of hard work and risk taking in the pursuit of your dreams. You don’t have to take those risks alone. SCORE can give you the support, encouragement and tools you need to build and sustain your business. Richard Adler, chair of North Coast SCORE, will describe the many […]
Lunchtime Lesson: Professional Editing: Essential to Your Business Success- Fri Jun 27th 2014
Maybe nobody would notice that your website home page says it’s when it ought to say its. Did that author really mean to say, “…and we will stand on the toes of those who have gone before us” [shoulders…we will stand on the shoulders]? In the twinkling of a well-trained eye, a professional copyeditor could […]