Social Media Series Session I
OCT. 10—The Duquesne University Small Business Development Center will host the “Social Media Series: LinkedIn and Facebook for Business to Business Sales Session 1” at Duquesne University, Rockwell Hall, 600 Forbes Ave., Uptown. The first of the three-session series will focus on developing an easy-to-follow social media plan for increasing sales, along with provide an overview of social media; the general rules to follow when using social media; and useful stats on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, blogs and more. The second-session will be held Oct. 17. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-396-1633 or visit www.duq.edu.
Construction Training
OCT. 11—Cosmo Technology Inc. and the Dollar and Sense Ministry of Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Church will host an OSHA 10-hour Construction Training from 9 a.m.-3p.m. at Rodman, 6111 Rodman St., East Liberty. Individuals will leave this two-session training prepared for local construction jobs; be trained on the recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of safety hazards; and receive a Department of Labor 10-hour card with a passing score. The second session will be held Oct. 18; both must be attended to receive a certificate. Registration is required. For more information, call Holly Hudson at 412-321-3951.
The Second Step
OCT. 15—The University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence’s will host “ The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Carnegie Library of Homestead, 510 E. 10th Ave., Munhall. Attendees will learn about operational and production planning, conducting market research and creating financial planning spreadsheets to attract funding for one’s business. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-648-1544 or visit www.entreprenuer.pitt.edu.
The Second Step
OCT. 17—The University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence’s will host “ The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan” from 7:30-10:30 a.m. at the University of Pittsburgh, Mervis Hall, Roberto Clemente St., Oakland. Attendees will learn about operational and production planning, conducting market research and creating financial planning spreadsheets to attract funding for one’s business. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-648-1544 or visit www.entreprenuer.pitt.edu.
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