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| Business in Focus Month at Lighthouse |
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The Business and Industry Development Branch of the ACT Chief Minister's Department is holding Business In Focus in September 2009. This month-long program of business events is designed to help local business operators to build better businesses by:
- Improving awareness of business information and services available;
- Improving awareness of local business capabilities; and
- Providing opportunities to cultivate and strengthen relationships through a wide range of high quality business events on offer throughout the month.
As part of our commitment to the business community, Lighthouse is holding a number of events for Business in Focus:
Startup Camp Canberra
From 6pm Friday 18 to 6pm Sunday 20 September
University of Canberra
Cost: FREE
Experiencing the thrill of launching a web business and learning-by-doing is the purpose of Start-Up Camp Canberra. Over the course of a single weekend, teams will be formed, brain storms will result in idea tsunamis, business strategies developed, code written and (hopefully) a web application launched to the world. On the Sunday, your team gets to present its business to the world at a special media launch event and get critiqued by actual web technology investors.
For more information, click here
#startupcampcanberra Needs You!
To Participate -
Jump on the bandwagon and crowd-source your next development project. Start Up Camp will attract some of the best new talent in the areas of programming, design, usability, marketing and sales.
To be a mentor or guest presenter-
As an alternative to participating you might want to provide advice and help facilitate the process. Also, throughout the weekend, there will be opportunities to give short 10-15 minutes talks during break out sessions. You might want to talk about your business or tell us about your new band - you decide. Contact cindy.reese[at]lighthouseinnovation.com.au
Overcoming Underearning - Sharing the Secrets of High Earning Women
10am - 12pm Tuesday 8 September
Lighthouse Business Innovation Centre
Cost: $50
How many times have you said to yourself, "I'd love to make more money. Maybe someday...."
Well, someday is finally here.
In this inspiring workshop for women developed by Barbara Stanny, a leading authority on women and money, you will address the thoughts and beliefs that are limiting your ability to earn the money you deserve and build the wealth you desire. Whether you are an employee, self-employed, or a business owner looking to increase your earnings, you will learn to unleash the power and potential within you to achieve your goals and make a positive contribution to yourworld.
Through lecture, exercises, group discussions, and guided visualizations, you:
- Explore why you have had difficulty increasing your income (and it is not about money);
- Learn a 5-step process for breaking through your earning barriers;
- Adapt strategies for getting out-and staying out-of debt;
- Learn the traits of an underearner and how to think like, and become, a high earner;
- Recognize and conquer resistance and self-sabotage; and
- Create ongoing accountability and support.
To register, click here |
| Capital Angels |
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 Capital Angels, Canberra's own network of sophisticated private investors is now accepting applications for investment. Capital Angels offers early stage business the opportunity to attract investment and guidance from experienced professionals. General guidelines for investments are:
- Business seeking $100-$1M Equity Capital
- Angel investors expect >10% equity
- Deals that are fresh and have not been shopped all over town
PLEASE NOTE: Unless you are referred directly by a current Capital Angel member, you are required to attend a screening interview with a Lighthouse Business Advisor before applying. You will be provided with more information on the application process at that meeting. Contact cindy.reese[at]lighthouseinnovation.com.au |
| Export Awards Call for Nominations |
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2009 ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards
The ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards are the Territory's most prestigious business awards. They acknowledge the innovation, hard work and success of businesses, large and small, in reaching new markets. The Awards also recognise the important contribution that ACT and region businesses make to the local economy through job creation and increased prosperity in the community. Entry to the 2009 ACT Chief Minister's Export Awards closes on 31 July 2009. ACT category winners will be announced at a Presentation Lunch on 22 September at the Hyatt Hotel Canberra. Finalists will progress as national finalists to the Australian Export Awards. Tickets for the lunch can be purchased online at www.canberrabusinesscouncil.com.au To find out more information about the ACT Export Awards, or to download an application form, go to www.exportawards.gov.au/ACT |
| The Wise Business Academy - Course Offerings |
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Certificate IV in Small Business Management
Do you own your own business and want to sharpen your business skills? Do you already work for a small business or want to start your own? Then this course is for you! The WISE Academy is offering an ACT Department of Education and Training subsidised course in the Certificate IV in Small Business Management (BSB40407). Topics will cover how to identify business opportunities, create efficient operations, increase your sales and marketing, develop strategic alliances and more! If you are a small business employer or employee, you are eligible to take the course for $450 (unsubsidised cost $2577.) The course runs Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 9:30 pm beginning August 19th.
Certificate IV in Business Sales
Do you want to learn how to sell more and increase your revenue? You will learn business sales skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of business sales contexts. Solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems in sales are covered. The WISE Academy is offering the Certificate IV in Business Sales (BSB40607) subsidised by the ACT Department of Education and Training. If you are a small business employer or employee, you are eligible to take the course for $350 (unsubsidised cost $2277.) Course is held Thursdays beginning August 20th from 6 - 9 pm.
For more information on either of these courses, contact Dr Dion Klein on 6162 0919 or courses[at]thewiseacademy.com
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