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X-WR-CALNAME:Entrepreneurial Development Services | July 30\, 2010 - August 29\, 2010
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100803T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100803T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/700
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/700
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan for Self-Employment
DESCRIPTION:<p>Whether you need a business plan for a loan\, the IDA Program\, or simply because you know that most experts recommend every business owner have a business plan\, this class will guide you through putting together your best business plan.  Time is set aside in class to work on your business plan.   You are welcome to attend this class just to learn what goes in a business plan but homework is expected if you would like a finished business plan by the end.  Jennifer has been teaching the business plan class for more than two years and has helped clients successfully write business plans for loans and other monies.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:(8) Mondays\, Aug 2 - Sept 20<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 <p>First of eight sessions.</p>
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/709
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/709
SUMMARY:Using the 3-Bucket Approach to Effective Marketing
DESCRIPTION:<p>This workshop will help microentrepreneurs get the most out of their marketing efforts.  Attendees will learn a simple system to develop their marketing skills be &quot\;experimenting&quot\; with marketing techniques and measuring results (ROI).  The results from each experiment will be put into one of three categories (ineffective\, helpful and profit-maker) which can be used to decide where to invest marketing dollars in the future.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Shawn Winkler-Rios<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:Wednesday\, August 4<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T020000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/580
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/580
SUMMARY:eDev/BDC Cottage Grove Business Series\:  Technology
DESCRIPTION:<p>Instructor\: Chris Nystrom<br />
 Location\: Community Center Room\, Cottage Grove</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T023000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100805T043000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/741
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/741
SUMMARY:Junction City - Free & Low-Cost Marketing & Advertising\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:<p>Learn the basics of &quot\;guerrilla marketing.&quot\;  </p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">creative\, free\, cheap marketing ideas toget more customers</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">apply these techniques in Junction City and beyond </li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">this class gives you examples you can use for your business</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: Community Services Center\, 175 W. 7th Ave.<br />
 Date\:Wednesday\, August 4<br />
 Time\: 6\:30 - 8\:30 pm</p>
 <p>Cost for this class is $20.00 or free to those who are eligible.<br />
 See <a href=\\"/eligibility\\">eligibility requirements.</a></p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100806T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100806T220000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/696
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/696
SUMMARY:Orientation to eDev
DESCRIPTION:<p>“Learning is the master skill in starting and growing a business.”</p>
 <p> A primer for everyone\, and the key to getting the most from<br />
 eDev.  This workshop will teach basic and intermediate learning skills<br />
 to enhance your understanding what you’ll need\, when...<br />
 and the day-to-day and severe problems to prepare for!!</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Shawn Winkler-Rios<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room117<br />
 Date\: Friday\, August 6<br />
 Time\: 1\:00 - 2\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100810T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100810T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/701
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/701
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan for Self-Employment
DESCRIPTION:<p>Whether you need a business plan for a loan\, the IDA Program\, or simply<br />
 because you know that most experts recommend every business owner have a<br />
 business plan\, this class will guide you through putting together your<br />
 best business plan.  Time is set aside in class to work on your business<br />
 plan.   You are welcome to attend this class just to learn what goes in<br />
 a business plan but homework is expected if you would like a finished<br />
 business plan by the end.  Jennifer has been teaching the business plan<br />
 class for more than two years and has helped clients successfully write<br />
 business plans for loans and other monies.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213<br />
 Date\:(8) Mondays\, Aug 2 - Sept 20<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 <p>Second of eight sessions.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/710
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/710
SUMMARY:ABC's of RecordKeeping for the Self-Employed
DESCRIPTION:<p>course description pending</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Martin Desmond<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 106<br />
 Date\: Tuesday\, August 10<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100812T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100812T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/711
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/711
SUMMARY:Researching Your Market
DESCRIPTION:<p>A “kicking the tires” approach to market research that’s so easy your seven year old could probably do it ...but these methods hold the potential to greatly impact the success of your business.  </p>
 <p>Intrigued?  Whether you have been in business for years or are just getting started\, make these market research techniques a habit and you are on your way to a thriving business.<br />
 Instructor will include where to look for sources for research.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213<br />
 Date\:Wednesday\, August 11<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/712
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/712
SUMMARY:How to Manage Your Self-Employment
DESCRIPTION:<p>course description pending</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Shawn Winkler-Rios<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213<br />
 Date\:Thursday\, August 12<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T180000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T200000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/724
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/724
SUMMARY:Guerrilla Marketing I
DESCRIPTION:<p>Learn the basics of a good guerrilla marketing campaign as well as creative free and low-cost marketing ideas to grow your business!  The term “guerrilla marketing” was coined by Jay Levinson and Seth Godin\, authors of several highly recommended books on the topic\, but has since entered everyday language.  This class presents examples of guerrilla marketing that you can adapt for your business.</p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Free and low-cost marketing tools to empower your business</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to rely on tactics\, not budget</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Where to focus your publicity efforts</li>
 </ul>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213<br />
 Date\:Wednesday\, August 18<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100813T230000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/713
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/713
SUMMARY:How to Sell\: the Art & Science of Salesmanship
DESCRIPTION:<p>You figured out who you customers are.  You have their attention.They seem interested.   Then\, they don’t buy your product or service. In this class you will learn basic\, easy to implement\, “sales” techniques so that your customer can be happy going home with a product or service he/she loves and you can be happy because you are selling your product or service and in return have money to survive and even grow your business.   If the thought of “sales” makes you cringe\, don’t worry\, this is not your typical sales class!</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Shawn Winkler-Rios<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:Friday\, August 13<br />
 Time\: 1\:00 - 3\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T033000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/692
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/692
SUMMARY:Orientation to eDev's IDA Grants & Business Loans
DESCRIPTION:<p>eDev\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\,<br />
 will be holding a FREE business grant /<br />
 microloan session for start ups and existing<br />
 small businesses needing capital to<br />
 expand their business. We will be<br />
 discussing our Individual Development Account (IDA) grant for<br />
 individuals\, our small business grant<br />
 program and our new SBA microloan fund.</p>
 <p>Presenter\: Martin Desmond<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213<br />
 Date\: Monday\, August 16<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 7\:30 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/702
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/702
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan for Self-Employment
DESCRIPTION:<p>Whether you need a business plan for a loan\, the IDA Program\, or simply<br />
 because you know that most experts recommend every business owner have a<br />
 business plan\, this class will guide you through putting together your<br />
 best business plan.  Time is set aside in class to work on your business<br />
 plan.   You are welcome to attend this class just to learn what goes in<br />
 a business plan but homework is expected if you would like a finished<br />
 business plan by the end.  Jennifer has been teaching the business plan<br />
 class for more than two years and has helped clients successfully write<br />
 business plans for loans and other monies.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:(8) Mondays\, Aug 2 - Sept 20<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 <p>Third of eight sessions.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100818T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100818T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/714
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/714
SUMMARY:Feasibility 101\: How to Evaluate & Refine Your Self-Employment Idea
DESCRIPTION:<p>Have a great business idea but not sure how to make it into a great business? We will walk through the discovery process\, from business idea to viable business concept. All participants will be researching their own ideas as class homework. During this class\, you will look at the following aspects\, through the lens of your business\:</p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a comprehensive product description</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a target market customer profile</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating competition profiles</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Determining break even for your product/service</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a projected cash flow statement</li>
 </ul>
 <p>The instructor will guide you through a foundational research of your business idea\, preparing the way for you to write<br />
 a great business plan.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100819T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100819T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/725
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/725
SUMMARY:Guerrilla Marketing II
DESCRIPTION:<p>In this fun\, hands-on class\, test your creativity in<br />
 producing your own guerrilla marketing materials.  Students will be<br />
 expected to bring either their own marketing materials or to bring guerrilla<br />
 marketing materials gathered in the community.   Required\: <br />
 Guerrilla Marketing I</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\: Wednesday\, August 25<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100820T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100820T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/729
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/729
SUMMARY:Social Media\: How to Evaluate It and Use It
DESCRIPTION:<p>By now\, you have heard much about Social Networking but are not sure how to use the ideas effectively. The first question is\: Why would YOU be involved? And\, of course\, quickly followed by\:  HOW do you do it?<br />
 During this class\, you will\:</p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Become familiar with sites and the unique character that each may have</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Decide if Social Networking is for you\, in terms of business viability and personal preference</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Create a plan for a viable marketing strategy</li>
 </ul>
 <p>This will help you to gain an understanding about why and how to utilize digital networking sites to enhance the marketing strategy of your business.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Leah Murray<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:(4) Thursdays\, every other\, Aug 19\, Sept 2\, 16 and 30<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 <p>First of four sessions.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100820T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100820T230000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/733
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/733
SUMMARY:How to Manage Personal Finances
DESCRIPTION:<p>Over 10\,000 books on personal finance boil it down to just three principles (spend less money than you earn\, make the money you have work for you\, be prepared for the unexpected) BUT... telling you this doesn't tell you where to start.</p>
 <p>In this class\, we'll show that the basics of personal finance are easy\; it's often the discipline that's the problem. You will learn\: </p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to see the common root of money problems</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to develop and hold yourself accountable to a budget</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to make a basic\, effective plan for your future </li>
 </ul>
 <p>During this 4-session class\, you will learn and put into practice easy and practical methods to not just survive\, but to thrive on any income. </p>
 <p>Instructor\: Leah Murray<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\:(4) Fridays\, Aug 20 - Sept 10<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100824T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100824T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/703
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/703
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan for Self-Employment
DESCRIPTION:<p>Whether you need a business plan for a loan\, the IDA Program\, or simply<br />
 because you know that most experts recommend every business owner have a<br />
 business plan\, this class will guide you through putting together your<br />
 best business plan.  Time is set aside in class to work on your business<br />
 plan.   You are welcome to attend this class just to learn what goes in<br />
 a business plan but homework is expected if you would like a finished<br />
 business plan by the end.  Jennifer has been teaching the business plan<br />
 class for more than two years and has helped clients successfully write<br />
 business plans for loans and other monies.</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Jennifer Teehan<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 213</p>
 <p>Date\:(8) Mondays\, Aug 2 - Sept 20<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 <p>Fourth of eight sessions.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/715
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/715
SUMMARY:Feasibility 101\: How to Evaluate & Refine Your Self-Employment Idea
DESCRIPTION:<p>Have a great business idea but not sure how to make it into a great<br />
 business? We will walk through the discovery process\, from business idea<br />
 to viable business concept. All participants will be researching their<br />
 own ideas as class homework. During this class\, you will look at the<br />
 following aspects\, through the lens of your business\:</p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a comprehensive product description</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a target market customer profile</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating competition profiles</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Determining break even for your product/service</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">Creating a projected cash flow statement</li>
 </ul>
 <p>The instructor will guide you through a foundational research of your<br />
 business idea\, preparing the way for you to write<br />
 a great business plan.</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100827T020000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100827T040000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/723
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/723
SUMMARY:Time Management for a MicroBusiness
DESCRIPTION:<p>course description pending</p>
 <p>Instructor\: Shawn Winkler-Rios<br />
 Location\: 1445 Willamette\, Room 117<br />
 Date\: Thursday\, August 26<br />
 Time\: 6\:00 - 8\:00 pm</p>
 
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DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE:20100730T192226Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100827T210000Z
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100827T230000Z
UID:http://www.edev.org/node/734
URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.edev.org/node/734
SUMMARY:How to Manage Personal Finances
DESCRIPTION:<p>Over 10\,000 books on personal finance boil it down to just three<br />
 principles (spend less money than you earn\, make the money you have work<br />
 for you\, be prepared for the unexpected) BUT... telling you this<br />
 doesn't tell you where to start.</p>
 <p>In this class\, we'll show that the basics of personal finance are<br />
 easy\; it's often the discipline that's the problem. You will learn\: </p>
 <ul type=\\"disc\\">
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to see the common root of money problems</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to develop and hold yourself accountable to a<br />
 	budget</li>
 <li class=\\"MsoNormal\\">How to make a basic\, effective plan for your<br />
 	future </li>
 </ul>
 <p>During this 4-session class\, you will learn and put into practice<br />
 easy and practical methods to not just survive\, but to thrive on any<br />
 income.</p>
 
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