Be a Guide, Not a Hero with John Kennelly

From John Kennelly himself… “Having spent 14 years experiencing every possible high and low of startup life, I’ve learned that a great startup can’t just have a great product, they also have to tell a great story. In this lunch and learn I’ll walk you through the key elements required to tell a great story about your product, including examples from some of the most famous films, commercials and marketing campaigns. We’ll discuss how without most of us even realizing it, they all follow the same playbook. Once you see the script, you’ll never be able to unsee it and you’ll...

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January WomenRISE: Mastering Business Communication: Essential Strategies for Success

Registration opens Tuesday, December 26th @ 9:00 a.m. Kick-off 2024 at our January WomenRISE: Mastering Business Communication: Essential Strategies for Success with Leah Frazier, Think Three Media @TheLeahFrazier This interactive session will equip participants with the essential skills needed to provide basic professional communication. From mastering the art of clear and concise messaging to navigating business storytelling basics, participants will gain insights into various communication styles and learn to tailor their approach to their different business scenarios. Through practical examples and engaging discussion, attendees will leave with essential strategies to enhance their communication skills, build strong professional relationships, and ultimately drive...

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Northside Christmas Market

Come support our small business community of artisans, craftspeople, hobbyists, and artists in this Christmas Market. Our host is Portico Coffee, located at 2503 Roosevelt Ave. in the North Side of Fort Worth. Santa Claus will be present, so come say hi and take a picture with him.

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December WomenRISE:Capability Statement: What is it and Why You Should Have One

Join us for the December WomenRISE: Capability Statement: What is it and Why You Should Have One with Christina Mortel, Small Business Advisor, Texas Woman’s University Center for Women Entrepreneurs. Christina will present on Building a Powerful Capability Statement. In this workshop, you will learn the format and content required for a successful capability statement and begin 2024 with a new marketing tool for your business. Speaker Bio Christina Mortel, Small Business Advisor, is a US Army Veteran and brings corporate, state, and small business experience to her advising role at the Center for Women Entrepreneurs. She has been...

November 2By Marco JohnsonRead more...

Small Business Training: Public Library Resources & Business Planning

Join us for our first session of our Small Business Training Course: Denton Public Library Resources with Stacey Irish-Keffer, Denton Public Library @DentonLibrary Facebook In this workshop, you will get an overview of the resources available for small businesses at the Denton Public Library. (Many of these resources are available at other libraries in Texas.) You will walk away knowing how to find business information at the library and electronic resources you can access easily.

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Productivity Work Sprint Session October ’23

Join us for our highly effective monthly Work Sprint, where you can focus, get work done, and actually enjoy it. You’ll be surrounded by focused professionals who are also working hard to accomplish a task. There are only 20 seats so register early! How it Works: Over 2.0 hours, you will experience 3 Work Sprints along with breaks to stretch, grab a snack and refresh. Everyone in attendance introduces themselves and shares a project or task they are working on. Then, it’s productivity in 25-minute sprints with a 10-minute stretch, snack, or restroom break in between. In the end, you’re invited to share your...

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Networking Business Mixer at Ensemble

Join us for Connections & Cocktails Business Mixer, a unique happy hour networking experience bringing together a mix of business professionals. Each month we create intentional networking opportunities. What’s Included: - Light snacks and finger foods - Engaging environment - Facilitated networking opportunities What to Bring: - Favorite beer / wine / tea or other favorite drink - Business cards - Great attitude - Clear, concise business intro You never know who will attend Connections & Cocktails! Your next best connection is waiting for you. Are you ready to connect over cocktails? Register today!

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1-on-1 Expert Coaching – Getting Unstuck with Steven Lawrence

As the end of the year rounds the corner, there is still much to accomplish. As a leader, business owner or professional, you might be stuck in one area that is keeping you from reaching the finish line with a positive mindset. Get unstuck with leadership coach, Steven Lawrence in a 30-minute free coaching session. Steven is a native Texan with a Bachelor’s degree from Ouachita Baptist University. He has a diverse background in marketing, non-profit fundraising, human resources, and leadership development. Most recently Steven spent over 3 years in Chick-fil-A Leadership coaching and developing leaders. His experience with Chick-fil-A has...