Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Getting Ready to Launch?
I saw an interesting read on MSN Money: 15 Success Tips for First-Time Entrepreneurs. The really cool thing? If you need help with any one of these, CCBC can help. We offer a wide range of classes for small business owners and entrepreneurs, to help guide you on your path to success. For more information on classes, contact Moire at 443-840-1804 or mriley@ccbcmd.edu, or go to www.ccbcmd.edu.
Monday, November 7, 2016
Notary Public Day November 12 at Price George's Community College
Notary Public Day (NPD) program is a day to recognize Notaries Public for their service and contribution to national and international commerce. This day is filled with learning from top industry officials and experts in the Notary Public profession. As sworn public officials, Notaries Public serve an important role in the prevention of fraud and protection of the parties involved by acting as an official, unbiased witness for certain documents. Because of this important role, all Notaries should understand their duties and responsibilities and properly perform requested notarial acts.
NPD is FREE of charge. Invite your family, friends, and co-workers. Everyone is welcome. There will be a special class for anyone interested in becoming a Notary Public. Everyone must complete and submit a registration form.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2016
"Voice-Overs: Now is Your Time!"
HOW THE INSTRUCTOR BEGAN
Dan Levine is a 1992 Tony Award
nominee for the score of the Broadway musical “Anna Karenina.” He has won many
awards for his commercial productions as well, including a national Clio Award
and several local advertising ADDY Awards and nominations. As a successful
record producer and music arranger/orchestrator, his arranging and/or
production credits include CDs for sing- ers such as Leslie Uggams, several
original cast recordings and numerous television shows and commercials. For 17
years, Dan produced commercials for hundreds of clients around the country.
THE INSTRUCTOR TODAY
Dan’s voice-over seminars, entitled
“Voice-Overs…Now is Your Time!” have
motivated countless future voice-over artists. He continues to deliver these
seminars to packed houses throughout the country. Dan’s unique marketing
technique has opened doors for talented individuals who might never have made it using conventional marketing methods.
His philosophy of being who you are and turning your natural personality into a marketable commodity is giving new talented voice-over artists the opportunity to find their inner strengths and to use them in a fun, lucrative and productive
way.
REQUIREMENTS
Breaking into the voice-over industry
is much more achievable today than it was in years past, thanks in large part
to the accessibility of having a home studio and the industry being so
virtual now. You don’t need to be in a major market to be a successful
voice-over talent. To set up a studio in your home, it’s about $350 for the
recording equipment once you have a computer, add in a marketable voice, and
strong reading comprehension skills, and you have a great foundation to get
started. However, even with all of these tools, to really succeed in
voice-over, you need to have proper coaching. There’s a lot more to voice-overs
than just having a nice sound and reading a script. You have know how to
interpret the scripts and bring them to life, this is where acting comes in.
The Such A Voice course, “Voice-Overs…Now is Your Time!” will give interested
persons the introduction of techniques and tools to do this.
IDEAL BACKGROUND
While a person with any background may
have an interest in voice-overs, there
are professions that provide a natural training ground for this career
path. Dan says, “having
experience in theater,
teaching, public speaking
or sales creates
a great foundation for voice-over work.” Additionally, a business background is useful in managing the logistics of a home-based business.
Then, some technical savvy is needed to operate the voice-over equipment. This, like any
business, needs to be built. In the beginning it’s
expected you’ll spend more time
marketing and auditioning than recording jobs, however, once you become established
and land regular clients, it
will even out. Self-promotion and
auditioning can result in a career with unlimited
income potential.
NEXT CLASS:
Wednesday 11/9, 7-9 p.m. at CCBC Essex (CRN 32056). To register, call 443-840-4700 or go to www.ccbcmd.edu/flexreg.
Monday, October 24, 2016
CCBC and Job Training
Great podcast posted this morning on the BBJ's Morning Edition, featuring CCBC's president Sandra Kurtinitis, talking about job training and credentialing options. Check it out here! We have small business certificates in Bookkeeping, Small Business Basics, and Small Business Marketing. For more information on these programs, click here.
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Decisions, Decisions.....
You are the incubators of innovation. Legal issues might be the last thing on your mind, but left untended, these issues could lead to bigger problems.
Join us for "Legal Issues for Small Business," and learn about basic legal decisions, whether you are a a start-up or established company. Taught by a lawyer, this class is not intended to be a substitute for legal assistance, but can help you determine when you might it.
Class meets Wednesday evenings at CCBC Owings Mills, 10/26 & 11/2 (CRN 33471). For more information or to register, click here. or call 443-840-4700.
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Ready to Get Started?
What are you waiting for? We have a class just for you, beginning next Tuesday evening, October 11, at the Randallstown Center: How To Start and Manage Your own Small Business, taught by an industry professional. Learn valuable information as you begin your journey!
For more information and to register, call 443-840-4700 or click here.
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Our Instructors Excel!
A shout out to one of our instructors for Small Business & Entrepreneurship, Tammira Lucas. Tammira was selected by The Baltimore Business Journal as one of their "40 Under 40" honorees, men and women who are leaders in their community and industry. Congratulations, Tammira!
(and here is the link to read more)
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Are You part of the Gig Economy?
I heard a story on NPR, Weekend Edition Sunday this weekend-- How
Gig Economy Workers Make A Living. A gig economy is an
environment in which temporary positions are common and organizations contract
with independent workers for short-term engagements. One of the most-hyped
changes to the U.S. labor market has been companies that use smartphone apps to
connect workers to gig jobs. The most prominent example of this phenomenon is
Uber. Stocksy is another example--it is a cooperative, owned and governed by
the photographers who contribute their work.
The trend toward a gig economy has begun. A study by Intuit
predicted that by 2020, 40 percent of American workers would be independent
contractors. In this digital age, the workforce is increasingly
mobile and work can increasingly be done from anywhere, so that job and
location are not as closely tied, meaning freelancers can select among
temporary jobs and projects around the world, while employers can select the
best individuals for specific projects from a larger pool than that
available in any given area. The
sharing economy is also a great fit for people in retirement. They have assets and skills that were accumulated
over a period of their careers and now they can offer them at their
convenience, working as much or as little as they want.
Between 2012 and 2015, just 0.4 percent of adults earned income
consistently each month using online labor platforms like Uber, the JPMorgan
Chase Institute found. Most gig workers supplemented lost income during periods
of low earnings or when they were between jobs. As of September 2015, more than
80 percent of workers who used online labor platforms made less than 25 percent
of their total income from that work. But over the three years JPMorgan Chase
performed its study, the percentage of adults who earned money regularly from
online gigs grew tenfold. And the growth of gigs extends beyond online
platforms.
In March, researchers at Harvard and Princeton found that from
2005 to 2015, the percentage of workers in "alternative work
arrangements," defined as online and offline temporary, on-call, freelance
and contract work, went up 50 percent, to 15.8 percent of all workers. That
accounts for all the net employment growth in the U.S. economy in that time.
Pretty interesting. What do you think??
Friday, August 5, 2016
Thinking of Starting a Business?
In our class, How to Start and Manage Your Own Small Business, we discuss the different logistical factors that come into play when considering starting a business. I read an interesting article yesterday that focuses on intangible aspects--9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Business from Entrepreneur. It touches on leadership, responsibility, temperament, self-awareness, and sacrifices necessary for success. A good read!
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Getting the Kids Involved!
These are our Young Investors--they spent a week at CCBC learning the basics of money management and investing-all while having fun.
For more information on youth camps and classes, go to Summer Learning Adventures Camps and Classes.
Friday, June 10, 2016
Interested in a Career in Voice Overs?
Interested in learning how to do voice-overs in order to make extra income? Join us on Thursday, June 16, 7-9 p.m., at CCBC Essex to learn more.
To register, call 443-840-4700, or go online to www.ccbcmd.edu/flexreg. CRN 80126.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Business Ideas
Looking to start a business, but not sure what to do? Here are some ideas from Entrepreneur. Want to get started now? Join our Wedding Coordinating class (CRN 80053) or Notary Public class (CRN 80046) this Saturday, June 11. For more information and to register, click here.
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Want to Start Your Own Home Based Business?
Thinking of starting a business that you can run out of your home? Here are some ideas from Entrepreneur. Interested in learning more about some of these ideas? We have classes that address many of these business ideas. Check out our class listing in the catalog flip book http://ccbcmd.epaperflip.com/v/CEED-Summer-2016/ . Small business classes begin on page 13.
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
What Are You Really Saying?
Your words may say one thing, but your body language may be saying something different. Your message is more than just your words!
Join us for "The Power of Nonverbal Communication" (CRN 79923), Tuesdays 6/14 and 6/21, 6:30 - 9 p.m. at Catonsville. Register now!
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Way to Grow!
I read a great article this morning in the Baltimore Business Journal's Morning Edition--The Number of Women-Owned Businesses on the Rise in Maryland. The number of women-owned businesses in Maryland has grown 28% since 2007; the national average growth rate for all business is 9%. Fantastic news! We are proud to offer small business and entrepreneurship classes to help women (and men) get the support and knowledge they need to succeed.
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Do You Have Dream?
To register for Crowdfunding Basics for Entrepreneurs, Artists, and Inventors (CRN 76083), call 443-840-4700, or go to online registration.
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Are You a Legendary Leader?
We all want to be strong, capable leaders. I read a powerful article in The BaltimoreBusiness Journal, 4 Powerful Questions That Will Turn You Into a Legendary Leader. If you ask the questions, besure to really lsiten-that is key. One of my favorite quote from the article: “If you’re in trouble in your job, don’t go down by yourself. Get me involved early and let me help you get out of trouble.”
What do you think?
Friday, February 26, 2016
Now that the snow is gone.....
Are you looking for something to do that will have a positive impact on your business? Looking to get going on that resolution of finally starting your own business? We have some classes starting soon that may help. Check out:
- Special Events Basics (CRN 76055, 3/5 & 3/12)-Learn what it takes to run your own special events planning business
- Turn Your Hobby Into a Successful Business (CRN 76080, 3/7 - 3/21, Monday evenings)-why not learn to make money off what you do for fun?
- Small Business Marketing Strategies (CRN 75220, 3/8 & 3/15, Tuesday evenings)-want to build business income? Come learn some marketing tips!
- Customize Your Business Plan (CRN 75232, 3/21 & 3/19 mornings)-this is your road map to success. What goes into it?
- The A,B,C's of Small Business Funding (CRN 76089, 3/15 & 3/17, evening)- learn some options to start and grow your business.
For more information or to register, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/flexreg, or call 443-840-4700.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
8 Things Entrepreneurial People Do
How about you? This is from The Huffington Post; you can read the full article here.
- Thy're brave enough to commit to their dreams.
- They think of their customers more than themselves.
- They never stop learning (hey-we can help with this one!).
- They never give up.
- They love failing.
- They find and fill a need in the world.
- They take old ideas and make them way, way better.
- Above all, they act.
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Register Now for Winter Classes!
Register now for Winter and Spring semester Small Business and Entrepreneurship classes! To view the catalog of classes, click here. Small Business classes begin on page 11.
To register, click here.
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Scenes from How to Start & Manage Your Own Small Business
Students learn the pros and cons of having their own business, types of business entities, resources, sales and marketing skills, and more. Here, some students are presenting their business ideas and marketing plans to the class.
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