Hello all,

 

I am looking forward to tomorrow’s meeting at 3pm (link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcuquqDksEtYSlHq0b-SDC-zsRPPaE6fL). 

 

Here is our agenda:

 

Agenda:

·       Introductions and check in

·       Presentation from Skills to Succeed Academy (Introduction by Luis Rodriguez, Butler Public Library)

o   “The Skills to Succeed Academy is a free, online learning program that helps people build skills and confidence to plan their careers, get a job, and succeed in employment. Over the past two years, Accenture has partnered with high schools, community colleges, non profits, and government organizations to make the Academy available to their learners. We are excited to partner with our first public library, Butler Public Library, to make the Academy available to its patrons, as well as other organizations in the county. Our presentation will include an overview, demo, and discussion of how to get started.”

 

o   Video with more information: https://s2sacademy.org/files/usa/S2S%20Academy%20Promotional%20Video.mp4

 

·       L2B update and discussion about library-created videos and webinar recordings for business owners

 

·       Other updates and open discussion

 

If there is anything else you would like to discuss, please let me know.

 

Best,

Andrea

 

 

 

 

Hello all,

 

Thank you to everyone who filled out the Doodle poll.  Unfortunately, I made a mistake and double booked myself, so I need to adjust the time.  Our next NJLibsGrowBiz Virtual Discussion will be Tuesday, August 25 from 3-4pm.  I’m very sorry for my error and I hope most of you are still able to attend.

 

Here is the link to register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcuquqDksEtYSlHq0b-SDC-zsRPPaE6fL

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

 

If you have any specific updates or topics to discuss, please let me know.

 

I hope to see you there!

 

Best,

Andrea

 

 

 

Hello all,

 

Here is the Doodle poll for our August virtual discussion: https://doodle.com/poll/ket5m6i44t7b889f  An agenda will follow.

 

2020 Entrepreneurship and Libraries Conference – Call for proposals: https://entrelib.org/call-for-proposals-2/ (The deadline is tomorrow!)

 

Did you see the press release for L2B?  https://www.njstatelib.org/news/l2b-initiative-showcases-calendar-of-free-online-events-for-business-community/

 

Mariela Osorio from Long Branch Free Public Library has kicked off her Small Business Roundtable Discussion: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hEOkROeGoJpSDKKuiMiU7D70_JeSSv0q/view  She explains, “We will have three business leaders representing different areas of expertise. The purpose is to share innovative strategies and practices to help the small business community during this unprecedented time.”  Please spread the word!

 

Upcoming events:

 

Virtual Small Business Expo: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-virtual-small-business-expo-2020-august-4-5-registration-110402966244

 

Black Business Month Webinar series: https://www.aaccnj.com/black-business-month-webinar-series.html

 

Job Searching Made Easy with Job and Career Accelerator Webinar

Join us on Aug. 5, 2020 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. to learn how Job & Career Accelerator can help your patrons effectively navigate through the modern day job search, from exploring occupations and up-to-the-minute job postings to creating the tools necessary to get hired using our award-winning resume and cover letter builders. We will also explore the Computer Skills center to find resources that will enhance our job skills. Register here.

 

Business Resources Within My Online Library

On Sep. 10, 2020 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., let's look at Business Search, Regional Business News, and Small Business Reference Center to see what we can find to assist patron's with their business needs. We'll discover popular reading materials like Harvard Business Review and Consumer Reports, along with top business journals in many subjects. We'll also discover newspapers and reference books, along with company reports, SWOT analyses, and more. Register here.

 

If you have any updates, events, or ideas to share, please feel free to message the group.  I hope you are all doing well!

 

Best,

Andrea

 

Andrea Simzak Levandowski (she/her/hers)

Library Consultant for Small Business Development & Technology

New Jersey State Library

P.O. Box 520

Trenton, NJ 08625

(609) 278-2640 x190

alevandowski@PROTECTED