Effective entrepreneurship
What do Steve Ells of Chipotle and the founders of Starbucks have in common? “Life entrepreneurship.” By Gregg Vanourek and Christopher Gergen CO Biz Magazine
Entrepreneurs can get help from their peers
Entrepreneurs who are struggling to implement their ideas can gain from a peer network, taking advantage of lessons learned by those who already have started small businesses. In Chicago, for example, more than 600 chief executives and business owners are taking advantage of peer experience through Vistage International. Chicago Tribune
Myths about financing hinder some startups at outset
Many people who want to start a small business reject the idea because of false beliefs about startup financing, says Scott Shane at Kiplinger.com. Shane says some common myths are startups need a lot of money, venture capitalists invest in entrepreneurs and banks will not lend money to new companies. Akron Beacon Journal (Ohio)
Advice: Be proactive in breaking gender, race barriers
Women and minority entrepreneurs have to be proactive to get over barriers to gender, racial and age obstacles. USA TODAY columnist Gladys Edmunds recommends business owners follow the example set by abolitionist Harriet Tubman: develop a support system, ask for more opportunities and help other businesses break barriers too. USA TODAY
Campus Life….
Client Company Lunch
Speaker: Bill Heller, Operations Manager, Occidental Oil & Gas Company
Topic: The Energy Industry, and a “from the field” view of the growth of that sector.
Bill’s practical, real-world perspective on what is really happening in the field should be extremely valuable in helping all of us understand the drivers shaping our economy. As the energy industry has such a significant impact on our local economy and, in turn, impacts the viability of so many new business ventures, this will be a very valuable presentation.
Where & When: Tuesday, July 15 at noon in the training room
Food: Lee Mathis & Shelli Mayo – another sneak-preview of their menu for the “Feast in the Fields” Event
Upcoming Workshops at the Incubator….
Human Resource Management 101
Finding and retaining employees is a hot topic in the Grand Valley these days. With unemployment low, wages climbing and increased competition, it is more important than ever to make sure you have your company’s human resource function performing to its highest potential.
Get your ducks in a row and make sure your policies and procedures are optimized to best serve your bottom line. Be ready to hire and train new talent, and have strategies in place to retain your top performers. Understand how clear communication, skill development and positive company culture are management practices that successful companies use to outperform the competition. Cost: $55.00 and includes continental breakfast.
SEMINAR AGENDA
· Bechtel & Santo, LLP will discuss contents and maintenance of personnel files, including written reprimands and performance appraisals.
· Autopaychecks Inc. will present payroll and benefits taxation.
· Global Rainmakers will discuss retaining employees in a tight labor market.
When: Thursday, July 17 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM
Additional upcoming workshops….
QuickBooks Pro 2008
- QuickBooks Pro Basic (Part 1)
When: Friday, July 24 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- QuickBooks Pro Basic (Part 2)
When: Saturday, July 25 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $145
Where: Mesa County Workforce Center
2897 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
970-257-2215
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