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Western Dairyland Business Center Newsletter |
June 2008 | |
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We are looking for success stories of business owners in Wisconsin. Stories about overcoming obstacles, growing/expanding businesses, helpful assistance you recieved, etc. If you would like to submit your story, email it to us by replying to this email. | |
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Greetings!
By popular demand, we are offering "Tuesday Tech Talks". Many of you have asked us to do more technology related classes, and that's what we now have! All the "Tech Talks" are hands-on using our laptops. The classes are limited to 20 people, so register right away. See below for more details.
I would also like to thank everyone who responded to our survey we sent out. Many of you indicated you would be interested in one-on-one business counseling. Western Dairyland offers this service free of charge to those who are in our service area (Eau Claire, Buffalo, Trempeleau, and Jackson Counties). If you don't have much business owning experience, we highly suggest you start with one of our business basics trainings. If you are a current business owner, we can also help you one-on-one with your business. Interested parties in or out of our service area should respond to this email and we can get you pointed in the right direction.
Just a quick reminder to mark your calendars for our Tuesday Tech Talk each month on the first tuesday from 7-9pm in Eau Claire. Also, our Women's Networking Meetings on the second Tuesday of every month from 11-1pm. The structure of this meeting is very flexible, so please come if you can only make a portion of the 11-1 time frame (see below for more details).
Please enjoy our newsletter and don't forget to reply to this email with your suggestions, comments, and/or concerns.
Sincerely,
Sara Bates,
Western Dairyland Business Center |
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By Popular Demand: "TUESDAY TECH TALK"
Monthly Hands-On Training Open to the Public!
"Tuesday Tech Talk" is a hands-on Technology Training held on the first Tuesday of the month in Eau Claire at Western Dairyland (418 Wisconsin Street), and another Tuesday during the month in a rural location.
Western Dairyland has access to 20 new laptops to use for these trainings. Because of this, the trainings will be limited to 20 participants, so register early to get a spot! Each session will be 2 hours and will cost $20 with scholarships available to income eligible individuals.
"Tuesday Tech Talk" will cover various technology topics including: 
- Digital Photography for Your Business
- Internet Marketing without a Website
- Domain Names and Web Hosting
- Internet Marketing with a Website
- Google Analytics
- PayPal and eCommerce
Tuesday June 24th will be in Black River Falls on Digital Photography from 6:30-8:30pm
Tuesday July 1st will be in Eau Claire on Digital Photography from 7-9pm
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS NEWS AND EVENTS!
Women's Business Networking FREE Monthly Meetings!
These meetings are FREE for women entrepreneurs! Attendees are encouraged to bring their business cards, and a lunch to eat during the meeting. All Women's Networking meetings will be held at 418 Wisconsin Street in Eau Claire and are from 11-1pm. Future meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Mark your calendars!
On Tuesday June 10th 2008:
"Motivation Mania in Your Business" with Julie Geigle of Heaven Sent Hypnotherapy.
Her presentation will include advice on how small business owners can stay motivated from day-to-day. Geigle is a nationally certified hypnotherapist with a masters degree in education. She also operates www.WisconsinWellnessDirectory.com and hosts Wellness Clubs each month to share information about holistic care.
These meetings are very loose knit. Currently we have introductions for the first 20 minutes of all people attending the meeting. Then our guest speaker will talk for about 40 minutes. At about 12pm, we open the meeting for discussion and networking. If you are only able to make a portion of the meeting, just give us a call and let us know ahead of time. We will keep you posted with slight changes we will be making to our Women's Networking Meetings.
The next Women's Business Networking meeting on July 8th "Reading the Minds of Your Customers" will feature Alice Rothbauer, Independent Sales Director with Mary Kay Cosmetics. Alice combines diagnostic tools and real life examples to teach how to have x-ray personality vision.
Join the 2009 Planning Committee!
Come and have a voice for the next Women's Business Conference to be held on April 23rd 2009. We typically meet on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss and plan for our next conference. Everyone is welcome to attend and be a part of this event.
We are currently seeking presenters and sponsors for 2009. If you have any suggestions, please let us know.
**Our next planning meeting will be Thursday July 10th at 10am
(the date has been changed for July because of the holiday) | |
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These two clubs are open to anyone in Western Wisconsin who would like to learn from experienced professionals and discuss their ideas with other local inventors and entrepreneurs. Each meeting will feature a guest speaker who will share tips and techniques on topics ranging from market research and business planning to patents and trademarks. The goal of the club is to create a positive learning environment that will enable participants to successfully move forward with their plans. No registration is required to attend the monthly meetings and there are no fees to join.
Jackson County I&E Club's next meeting is Thursday, June 12th at Jackson Electric, N6868 County Road F, Black River Falls. The meetings will be held at 6:30pm on the second Thursday of the month. Guest speaker for June will be Kelly Berry or ResourceAbility, LLC on breaking down the business plan. Buffalo/Trempealeau County I & E Club's next meeting is Thursday, June 19th. The meetings will be held at 6:30 on the Third Thursday of the month at at the Riverland Energy Cooperative (N28988 State Rd 93 in Arcadia). Guest speaker for June has been change do to a family emergency.
Catch the Culture: An Inventors & Enterpreneurs Rendezvous, June 24th. The event is FREE and provides a regional forum for new and existing business owners to share ideas, connect with like-minded people, and learn business skills from successful business owners in the region and state.
Keynote speakers include:
Stuart Anders, President and CEO of Allied Industries, LLC
Ivan Davis, serial entrepreneur and leader in the movement toward community-oriented business
When: Thursday, June 26 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Exhibition setup begins at 3:00 p.m. Program begins at 4:30 p.m.
For more information on either I & E Club call Karman Briggs at 800-782-1063 or
715-836-7511, ext. 174, or e-mail IandE@WesternDairyland.org . |
UPCOMING EVENTS AND TRAININGS WITH WESTERN DAIRYLAND
"7 STEPS TO STARTING A BUSINESS" - 3 hour session for $25.
- June 10th in Alma from 6:30-9:30pm
- June 24th in Independence from 6:30-9:30pm
- July 22nd in Galesville from 6:30-9:30pm
- July 29th in Black River Falls from 6:30-9:30pm
- July 31st in Alma from 6:30-9:30pm
"ABC'S OF BUSINESS OWNERSHIP" 3 sessions for a total of 9 hours of training for $45 for individuals and $80 for business partners - laptops provided for the hands on portions of the sessions & space is limited to 20. July 10th, 24th, and 31st (Thursday's) from 6-9pm in Eau Claire
"TUESDAY TECH TALK" 2 hr session for $20 - laptops provided & space is limited to 20.
- June 24th in Black River Falls from 6:30-8:30pm on "Digital Photography"
- July 1st in Eau Claire from 7-9pm on "Digital Photography"
"WOMEN'S BUSINESS NETWORKING MEETINGS" - FREE from 11-1pm in Eau Claire 2nd Tuesday of the month.
- June 10th - "Staying Motivated in Your Business" with Julie Geigle of Heaven Sent Hypnotherapy
- July 8th - "Reading the Minds of Your Customers", with Alice Rothbauer, Independent Sales Director with Mary Kay Cosmetics.
"INVENTORS & ENTREPRENEURS CLUB MEETINGS" - FREE and open to the public!
JACKSON COUNTY - 2nd Thursday of the month at Jackson Electric starting at 6:30pm.
- June 12th- Kelly Berry from ResourceAbility on the of a Business Plan
- July 10th - TBD
BUFFALO COUNTY - 3rd Thursday of the month at Riverland Energy Center starting at 6:30pm.
OTHER - June 26th Thursday from 4-9pm - I&E Rendezvous in La Crosse |
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Wisconsin Common Market News and Tips:
"Link It Up!"
Beyond the fact that a link from one site to another may direct Internet traffic from the former to the latter, the number of total links to a particular website or web page is a major factor in how the search engines themselves catalog and rank a website or web page. The more links pointing to you, the more popular you appear to be in the eyes of the search engines. So, what should you do?
First, see who might already be linking to your web site or web page. An easy way to do this is to go to http://www.linkpopularity.com and simply type in your web address. You will then be able to see how many (and, which) inbound links each of the major search engines have recognized for you.
Next, after you know who might already be linking to you, it is time to identify who is not linking to you - but should be! Start by making a list of sites belonging to clients, vendors, associations, friends and colleagues who may be willing to link to your web site or web page.
Then, ask! Be prepared for the fact that they may want you to return the favor by linking back to their site. If you are tapped out on people you know, then start trolling for free local and industry specific directories. But, be cautious when exchanging links with sites that you do not know personally. Exchanging links with a disreputable site may actually damage your image.
For more information or assistance, please contact Karman Briggs at kbriggs@wisconsincommonmarket.com.
Karman Briggs, e-Commerce Site Manager
- Sassy D's - Each handcrafted piece of jewelry is a celebration of life and created with flair and joy.
- Aromatherapy Nature's Way, LLC - I empower others through an enfolding awareness with information on the use and benefits of therapeutic essential oils.
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FEATURED BUSINESS: evolve wellness, LLC
"Make Your Fitness Mobile" 
Frustrated with gym memberships, commuting, crowds, and distractions during your workout? The Chippewa Valley has an exciting new alternative: in-home and mobile Personal Training services with Evolve Wellness, LLC.
Cheri Harrison, Certified Personal Trainer, founded evolve wellness, LLC in the summer of 2007. With over 5 years of hands-on industry experience, Cheri has found that people want these things when it comes to their fitness and health needs; comfort, convenience, and most importantly individualized service.
"I have a passion for educating and empowering people to live well", Cheri says. "I believe fitness is a lifestyle. When I see someone willing to learn and actively pursue their goals, I feel very grateful for the career path I have chosen".
Her business thrives by creating trusting relationships that allow clients to reach their personal potential - at their own pace and on their own territory. Clients enjoy the convenience of having the trainer come to them, and save money by eliminating travel time and gym memberships.
Cheri, being a young entrepreneur starting her company at age 25, says, "I owe my parents a big thank you, as they have been self-employed for over 30 years. They have given me the strong work ethic, persistence, and confidence I need to continue to grow this business".
Here's to a great future improving the health and fitness of the Chippewa Valley, one person at a time.
Consultations with evolve wellness, LLC
are offered by appointment, on location.
For more information about us,
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