http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/ What's on the minds of young leaders from around the globe? en-us http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10946 http://www.evancarmichael.com/FlightManual

Why is now the best time to set up your company? Why are more and more people taking the step to becoming entrepreneurial pilots and flying their own planes? Find out through my new e-booklet, the Entrepreneur Flight Manual.

In this e-booklet, we look at:
* Are you ready to be a pilot and fly your own plane?
* Why are we currently in the age of the pilot and why does that make it the perfect time to launch your idea?
* What are the major entrepreneurial trends are and how will they support your business?
* Why did 32 of today's most successful entrepreneurs decide to start their own companies?

To download your free copy, visit http://www.evancarmichael.com/FlightManual

Enjoy!

Evan.]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2003 09:49:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10946 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10889 In This Edition:

New Workshops!

Success Tips

What I'm Reading

Comments Suggestions

September 18, 2003: Entrepreneur Flight School Series: Planning: Entrepreneur
Flight School Series: Take Off With Strategy And Tactics! Get your company
strategy right the first time! Discover how to decide which geographic area
to sell to, which target market to go after, and which product or service
to offer! To register free, visit http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=3103

September 25, 2003: Modeling Masters Series: Modern Empire Builders: 1953-1957.
Hugh Hefner of Playboy Enterprises Inc., Ray Kroc of McDonald's Corp., Charles
Lazarus of Toys "R" Us Inc. To register free, visit http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=3134tag=evt.lat

Success Tips

Success Tip #1 - Get Involved In Your Industry!

Whatever business you're in, chances are there is an association of professionals
who meet on a regular basis to discuss the industry's current state and future
direction. If you can't find one for your specific product or service (ie.
Web design), look for an association with a broader mandate (ie. Technology).
Use these associations to meet the movers and shakers in the industry, find
new partners and customers, and understand the current trends. You have to
be in to win!

Success Tip #2 - There Is Always A Competitor!

Entrepreneurs often make the mistake of assuming they are the only ones with
a specific product or service. Understand that there is always a competitor!
If you think you have an innovative idea for a toothbrush for example, a quick
check at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office reveals over 500 toothbrush
patents for everything from self-loading toothpaste handles to bristle design.
Know who your competitors are and how you will differentiate yourself. Never
assume that you are alone!

Success Tip #3 - Emotional Attachment!

Never get too emotionally attached to one idea or one way of doing things.
Your original plans will always change as you get feedback from the market.
The only opinion that really matters is that of your customer. The way to
build a successful business is to mold your creative idea around willing customers.
They are the ones who are going to be paying you at the end of the day so
make them happy! What I'm Reading

The Bootstrapper's Bible (5/5)

"The Bootstrapper's Bible" is written by Seth Godin, author of "Unleashing
the Ideavirus" and "Permission Marketing: Turning Strangers Into Friends and
Friends Into Customers." This book looks at how to get your business up and
running with little money. Most people who start their own companies do not
have a large investor paying for all their expenses. This book helps you understand
what to do in order to stay on a small budget but achieve great results! Three
of the key insights are:

1) The main advantages that you have as an entrepreneur going up against bigger
competitors are: you have nothing to lose and can take big risks, you don't
need to close the huge accounts to build a business and are happy with smaller
fish, you are in control and can make fast decisions, small research and development
teams work more quickly than large ones, you are the underdog (and everyone
loves cheering for the underdog), you have lower overhead costs, and you have
the freedom to do what you want with your time - if you want to take the whole
day off to think about a new product idea, you can!

2) The fundamental startup questions that should be asked are: is this business
profitable? Is it protectible when competitors enter the market? Is it self-priming
so that one time customers become life time customers? Is it adjustable so
you can react to industry changes? Is there an exit strategy?

3) Are you a freelancer or an entrepreneur? A freelancer sells her talents
while an entrepreneur builds a company that is bigger than herself. Freelancers
buy themselves a job where as entrepreneurs hire others to do the job for
them. Which category do you fall under and how will you adjust your mentality?

This was the first time I read an e-book and have Jesse Desjardins to thank
for giving it to me. It is a fantastic resource for startup entrepreneurs
and a must read! It is very informative, easy to understand, and "off the
wall" enough to get you thinking creatively about your business. For more
information or to buy online, you can visit: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005R2F8/qid=1063122116/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_1/002-3246917-6080006?v=glances=booksn=507846

Comments Suggestions

If you have any comments or suggestions, e-mail me at evan@evancarmichael.com
- I'd love to hear from you!

Evan.]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2003 08:46:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10889 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10688
New Workshops!
Success Tips
What I'm Reading
Comments Suggestions

New Workshops!

August 21, 2003: Planning: Modeling Masters Series: Heroes From The Past: 1904-1912! Amadeo Peter "A.P." Giannini of Bank of America, Joyce Clyde Hall of Hallmark Cards, Leon L. Bean of L.L. Bean Inc.


August 28, 2003: Entrepreneur Flight School Series: Planning: Modeling Successful Airlines! Let the millions of dollars that other companies spend on finding successful strategies work for you! Leverage proven strategies to catapult your business towards success!

September 4, 2003: Modeling Masters Series: Heroes From The Past: 1923-1947! Walter Elias Disney of Walt Disney Co., J. Willard Marriott of Marriot International Inc., Burton Baskins Irvine Robbins of Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream
Visit http://www.youthbiz.biz to register FREE today!


Success Tips

Success Tip #1 - Don't Underestimate Customer Education!
Introducing an innovative product or service will usually require changing the habits of your customer. This is always a time consuming and difficult process. Try to make it as easy as possible for your customers to use your product or they will go back to their old ways, no matter how inefficient they may be. You have to educate the customer not to be afraid of your new product!

Success Tip #2 - Entrepreneur = Salesperson!
One fact that many entrepreneurs overlook is that they are in the selling game. In an Angus Reid survey only 4% of respondents thought that good salesmanship was the key element in entrepreneurial success. In an entrepreneurial organization everyone must always be selling - do not wait for others to come in and do it for you!

Success Tip #3 - The Secret To Selling: Listening!
A good salesperson sells much more by listening than by speaking. The more you can better understand your customer's or partner's needs the better you will be able to fulfill those needs. You would be surprised at how frequently you don't truly know what your customers want and how nobody has ever really taken the time to listen to them!

What I'm Reading

Leadership (5/5)

Leadership is written by former New York mayor Rudolph Giuliani. The book examines his career as a corporate lawyer, US attorney, and mayor and uses real life examples to back up his good leadership formula. So what does this have to do with running a business? Well, it takes strong leaders to take the helm of any organization or project be it an up and coming new business or one of the world's largest cities. Three of the more interesting lessons for entrepreneurs are:

1) See everything with your own eyes. Don't simply follow the opinions of the people who surround you. Whenever there is a critical business decision to be made, from a serious customer problem to expanding into new markets, make sure you are at the helm. When you blindly go along with those around you, you are subject to their biases and personal motives. Learn enough about the topic to form your own opinion and be confident in it.

2) Sweat the small stuff. Nothing can take the place of solid preparation. If you are trying to close a customer, partner, or investor you must prepare relentlessly. Do not assume that you know their problems or their questions. Prepare from every possible angle so you are not surprised if you get hit with a particular question - you have the answer for it already. The worst that can happen is you've prepared information for questions that never get asked which is much better than the alternative of not having the information ready for the tough questions.

3) You are responsible. No matter what happens in your company, as the CEO, you are responsible. If your distributor mismanages an order or if your employee insults a customer, you are responsible. Do not try to deflect the responsibility to someone else. Care for your company as you would care for yourself and you will achieve greater success that those around you.

Overall it was a quick book to read and tells a great story. It is very easy at times to picture yourself right next to him in the courtroom, meeting, and especially during the September 11 attack. I would recommend this book for anyone who is thinking about taking a leadership position by starting their own business or within a company or organization.

Comments Suggestions

If you have any comments or suggestions, e-mail me at evan@evancarmichael.com - I'd love to hear from you!
]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2003 00:37:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10688 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10346
One of the best ways to learn about how to succeed is by looking at how others have already done it! I don’t need to reinvent the wheel! Join Evan and a group of other budding entrepreneurs to look at 3 of North America’s top entrepreneurs to find out how they made their first million and how you can do the same!

Entrepreneurs We’ll Look At:
• Walter Elias Disney of Walt Disney Co.
• J. Willard Marriott of Marriot International Inc.
• Burton Baskins Irvine Robbins of Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream

If you are a TIG member, to register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

If you are not a TIG member, sign up for free today - there are no hidden costs. This just lets us manage all the admin work online.

Networking Opportunity: As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

Some of the comments from the last workshop were: ”Useful + thought provoking,” “Motivating!,” “Excellent Content Delivery,” “Good speaker energy,” and “Thanks Evan - these workshops renew my energy”

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com

Date/Time: September 04, 2003, 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: YMCA, 42 Charles Street East, Toronto, Canada

Event Cost: FREE! (Please arrive a few minutes early)

RSVP Information: http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=3006tag=evt.lat

]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2003 13:34:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10346 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10345
If you are a TIG member, to register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

If you are not a TIG member, sign up for free today - there are no hidden costs. This just lets us manage all the admin work online.

Networking Opportunity: As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

Some of the comments from the last workshop were: ”Useful + thought provoking,” “Motivating!,” “Excellent Content Delivery,” “Good speaker energy,” and “Thanks Evan - these workshops renew my energy”

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com

Date/Time: August 28, 2003, 7:00pm - 8:00 pm

Location: YMCA, 42 Charles Street East, Toronto, Canada

RSVP Information: http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=3007

]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2003 13:31:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10345 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10344
One of the best ways to learn about how to succeed is by looking at how others have already done it! I don’t need to reinvent the wheel! Join Evan and a group of other budding entrepreneurs to look at 3 of North America’s top entrepreneurs to find out how they made their first million and how you can do the same!

Entrepreneurs We’ll Look At:
• Amadeo Peter "A.P." Giannini of Bank of America
• Joyce Clyde Hall of Hallmark Cards
• Leon L. Bean of L.L. Bean Inc.


If you are a TIG member, to register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

If you are not a TIG member, sign up for free today - there are no hidden costs. This just lets us manage all the admin work online.

Networking Opportunity: As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

Some of the comments from the last workshop were: ”Useful + thought provoking,” “Motivating!,” “Excellent Content Delivery,” “Good speaker energy,” and “Thanks Evan - these workshops renew my energy”

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com

Date/Time: August 21, 2003, 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Location: YMCA, 42 Charles Street East, Toronto, Canada

Event Cost: FREE! (Please arrive a few minutes early)

RSVP Information: http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=3005tag=evt.lat

]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2003 13:28:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/10344 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9923 August 7, 7:00pm: Entrepreneurial Flight School Series
Planning: Modeling Successful Pilots!

Find out why some people consistently achieve fantastic
results while most do not! Learn the 12 questions you need
to ask yourself before you can achieve ultimate success!

80% of new businesses fail within 5 years. But only 11% of these
companies are failing because of their product or service. So why do
so many go bankrupt? It’s simple - poor planning, funding, and
marketing strategies and tactics. My purpose is quite straightforward:
To HELP you maximize your revenue and profit potential while
building the company of your dreams! Join me through a series of
free workshops to discover proven strategies for growing a business
from the ground up. Are you ready for ultimate success?

If you are a TIG member, to register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

If you are not a TIG member, sign up for free today - there are no hidden costs. This just lets us manage all the admin work online.

As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com.

Date/Time
July 31, 2003, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Eastern Time (GMT -5:00)

Location
YMCA, 42 Charles Street East, Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Event Cost
FREE! (Please arrive a few minutes early)

RSVP Information
Click here and click on the "I plan to attend this event" button at the bottom of the page.
]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2003 09:54:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9923 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9920 July 31, 7:00pm: Modeling Masters Series
Heroes From The Past: 1894-1903

Milton Hershey of The Hershey Foods Corp., William Harley,
Arthur, Walter William Davidson of The Harley-Davidson
Motor Company, Henry Ford of Ford Motor Co.

80% of new businesses fail within 5 years. But only 11% of these
companies are failing because of their product or service. So why do
so many go bankrupt? It’s simple - poor planning, funding, and
marketing strategies and tactics. My purpose is quite straightforward:
To HELP you maximize your revenue and profit potential while
building the company of your dreams! Join me through a series of
free workshops to discover proven strategies for growing a business
from the ground up. Are you ready for ultimate success?

If you are a TIG member, to register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

If you are not a TIG member, sign up for free today - there are no hidden costs. This just lets us manage all the admin work online.

As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com.

Date/Time
July 31, 2003, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Eastern Time (GMT -5:00)

Location
YMCA, 42 Charles Street East, Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Event Cost
FREE! (Please arrive a few minutes early)

RSVP Information
Click here and click on the "I plan to attend this event" button at the bottom of the page.
]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2003 09:44:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9920 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9904 July 24, 7:00pm: Entrepreneurial Flight School Series
Planning: Why Most Crash and How You Can Soar!

Understand Why 80% of companies fail and how you can
succeed! Learn the Recipe For Success that flourishing
entrepreneurs use to know how to get results now!

80% of new businesses fail within 5 years. But only 11% of these
companies are failing because of their product or service. So why do
so many go bankrupt? It’s simple - poor planning, funding, and
marketing strategies and tactics. My purpose is quite straightforward:
To HELP you maximize your revenue and profit potential while
building the company of your dreams! Join me through a series of
free workshops to discover proven strategies for growing a business
from the ground up. Are you ready for ultimate success?

To register FREE for this workshop, click on the "I plan to attend this event" button below. Only those who register will be given free entry. Register today!

Please arrive a few minutes early.

As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and network with other fellow entrepreneurs.

For more information, visit www.evancarmichael.com

Date/Time
July 24, 2003, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Eastern Time (GMT -5:00)

Location
YMCA, 42 Charles Street, Toronto
Toronto, Ontario
Canada

Event Cost
FREE!

RSVP Information
Click here and click on the "I plan to attend this event" button at the bottom of the page.
]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2003 09:33:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9904 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9400
Understanding what the mega trends are is essential to identifying new opportunities and building a successful business.

This workshop will discuss the seven major trends occurring on a global scale. We will look at: Demographics, Natural Resources and Environment, Urbanization, Mobility, Communications, Accountability, and Science and Technology and how they can have an impact on your strategic business decisions!

Take your company to the next level understanding the Drivers of Future Growth and What it Means for You!

As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and issues.

Logistics:
Place: TIG HQ at YMCA on 42 Charles Street East
Room: 2nd floor conference room
Date: Thursday, June 19, 2003
Time: 7:00 pm (please arrive a few minutes early)

Please e-mail me at evan@evancarmichael.com to confirm.

BUILD THE COMPANY OF YOUR DREAMS!!

Evan.
]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2003 11:54:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9400 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9158
Yet so many entrepreneurs focus only on their technology or products, forgetting the human element.

This workshop will discuss how to attract, keep, and get the most of out of your partners and employees so that you can build a company that lasts!

We will discuss 15 critical components that could make the difference between your company's ultimate success or failure.

We will also borrow winning strategies from leaders like Jack Welch and Jimmy Pattison as well as winning companies like 3M and Motorola.

Take your company to the next level by finding, bringing in and keeping the right people!

As always, we will head off to the local Starbucks after the workshop to discuss your specific questions and issues.

Logistics:
Place: TIG HQ at YMCA on 42 Charles Street East
Room: 2nd floor conference room
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2003
Time: 7:00 pm (please arrive a few minutes early)

Please e-mail me at evan@redasoft.com to confirm.

BUILD THE COMPANY OF YOUR DREAMS!!

Evan.]]> Mon, 26 May 2003 09:27:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/9158 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8915
I've learned these lessons with my own company, Redasoft (www.redasoft.com), as well as by consulting for two Toronto companies that raise between $.5 and $5 million for entrepreneurs.

I have also borrowed wisdom from Donald Trump, Jack Welch, Bud McDougald, and many others to help give you some expert advice from some of the best deal makers in modern history.

The workshop will run from 7:00pm to 8:00pm with some questions and then, since the building closes at 8pm, we can get more into your specific issues and opportunities down the street at the local Starbucks until 9pm.

Date: Thursday, May 22, 2003
Time: 7:00-9:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Please confirm by sending e-mail to: ecarmichael@redasoft.com. Since the room might change, please make sure to e-mail me - I will send out exact information a couple days before the workshop.

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Fri, 09 May 2003 13:29:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8915 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8721
I am pleased to announce the 6th part of the "In to Win" Entrepreneur Workshop Series, "Raising the Capital to Launch Your Business!"

This workshop will discuss what it's like raising money as a small company in Canada, if other entrepreneurs are having a hard time finding money, what are the various sources of funding, what will an investor finance, what are the profiles of these investors and how do you present to each one, along with 6 other key elements that are crucial to understand before going out and trying to get capital for your business.

I've learned these lessons with my own company, Redasoft, as well as by consulting for two Toronto companies that raise between $.5 and $5 million for entrepreneurs.

The workshop will run from 7:00pm to 8pm with some questions and then, since the building closes at 8pm, we can get more into your specific issues and opportunities down the street at the local Starbucks until 9pm.

Date: Thursday, May 8, 2003
Time: 7:00-9:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Please confirm by sending e-mail to: ecarmichael@redasoft.com. Since the room might change, please make sure to e-mail me - I will send out exact information a couple days before the workshop.

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Fri, 25 Apr 2003 15:06:00 EDT http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8721 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8419
I am pleased to announce the 5th part of the "In to Win" Entrepreneur Workshop Series, "Power Marketing That Generates Results! Word of Mouth Special" (Part 3)

Since we did not quite finish up the Part 2 of Power Marketing that Generates results, the workshop will begin at 6:30pm. The first portion will be dedicated to closing out the last workshop. If you can't make 6:30, come at 7:00 for the start of the Word of Mouth workshop.

The Word of Mouth workshop will present new and innovative ways to get your business going by getting other people to promote for you - it's free advertising and people are more likely to buy when they hear their friends talking about you. Word of Mouth marketing is one of the best and easiest ways to promote yourself and your business especially when you don't have any money to actually spend on marketing.

The workshop will run from 6:30pm to 8pm with some questions and then, since the building closes at 8pm, we can get more into your specific issues and opportunities down the street at the local Starbucks until 9pm.

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2003
Time: 6:30-9:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Please confirm by sending e-mail to: ecarmichael@redasoft.com. Since the room might change, please make sure to e-mail me - I will send out exact information a couple days before the workshop.

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Thu, 03 Apr 2003 11:54:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8419 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8143
I am pleased to announce the 4th part of the "In to Win" Entrepreneur Workshop Series, "Power Marketing That Generates Results!" (Part 2)

In this workshop I will discuss 14 new innovative ways to help sell your product or service. They have worked for my businesses and for many other successful companies - now put them to work for you!

The workshop will run from 7pm to 8pm with some questions and then, since the building closes at 8pm, we can get more into your specific issues and opportunities down the street at the local Starbucks until 9pm.

Date: Thursday, March 27, 2003
Time: 7:00-9:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Please confirm by sending e-mail to: ecarmichael@redasoft.com. Since the room might change, please make sure to e-mail me - I will send out exact information a couple days before the workshop.

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2003 13:47:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/8143 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7961
I have a software company called Redasoft (www.redasoft.com). We currently only have a PC version of our software and have a couple of customers who want a MAC version.

We have a good list of leads, a customer who wants to sign a contract for a campus wide installation, and a large distribution channel who are all interested.

What we need is the expertise to port from PC to Mac OS X.

Anybody interested in setting up a Joint Venture?

Contact me at ecarmichael@redasoft.com.

Evan.]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2003 08:57:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7961 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7874
I am pleased to announce the 3rd part of the "In to Win" Entrepreneur Workshop Series, "Power Marketing That Generates Results!" (Part 1)

In this workshop I will discuss 13 innovative ways to help sell your product or service. They have worked for my businesses and for many other successful companies - now put them to work for you!

The workshop will run from 7pm to 8pm with some questions and then, since the building closes at 8pm, we can get more into your specific issues and opportunities down the street at the local Starbucks until 9pm.

Date: Thursday, March 13, 2003
Time: 7:00-9:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Please confirm by sending e-mail to: ecarmichael@redasoft.com. Since the room might change, please make sure to e-mail me - I will send out exact information a couple days before the workshop.

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2003 09:13:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7874 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7713
In this workshop I will cover:
* Dimensions of Strategic Planning
* Choosing the Best Strategy
* Applications of Strategic Planning
* Lessons from the Top
* Tactical Planning
* Finding the Business Model That Works For You
* and other aspects of Strategic and Tactical Planning

Date: Thursday, Feb 20, 2003
Time: 7:00-8:00 Pm
Location: TIG:42 Charles St East, in the YMCA building

Reservation: The workshop will again be limited to the first 5 people who confirm by e-mailing me at ecarmichael@redasoft.com

See you on Thursday!

Evan.]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2003 08:37:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7713 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7407
The workshop will be kept very small (5 people to start) so that they can be very hands on and interactive. Sign up today by sending an e-mail to ecarmichael@redasoft.com

More information at:
http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/opps/event.html?eventid=1939]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2003 00:45:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7407 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667 http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7291
As the coordinator for YouthBiz and the Chief Operating Officer of Redasoft, I have had a lot of e-mails and messages asking for help on starting a new business and making it successful.

I am considering holding a workshop series at TIG HQ to help answer these questions in person. The topics that I am thinking about include:

* Why companies fail and how you can succeed!
* Drive your business forward with strategy and tactics!
* Power marketing that generates results!
* Raising the capital to launch your business!
* Power negotiating!
* Attract, keep, and get the most out of your people!
* Drivers of future growth and what it means for you!

I want to keep the workshops very small (5 people to start) so that they can be very hands on and interactive.

If you are interested or have any suggestions, you can either post a response to http://youthbiz.takingitglobal.org/discuss/showthread.php?s=threadid=1350 or e-mail me at ecarmichael@redasoft.com.

Talk to you soon! ]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2003 12:18:00 EST http://Scunizzo.tigblog.org/post/7291 43.6666667 -79.416666743.6666667-79.4166667