Free Business Topics in Chicago

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  • Developing a Revenue-Based Approach to Digital Marketing

    Franklin D. Rivera II, Founder/CEO, The V2M2 Group, Inc.

    Many small businesses struggle with how to start marketing their businesses online. They know that it is the future and the right thing to do, but are confused with where to start. Agencies are telling them that they need social media, or SEO or a new website. But how do you know what you need and how do you know what to spend to reach your goals? MORE >

    Franklin has taken his 20+ years of sales and marketing experience with Fortune 100 companies and combined it with his knowledge of business and finance to create a model for digital marketing that has helped many companies achieve double-digit growth through online efforts. Franklin will share this process with you to help your business develop a laser-focused online marketing strategy that will generate real results.

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  • Leadership Impact

    Dr. Jeff Van Meter, The Human Leader

    Every leader has an impact on those being led. Dr. Van Meter discusses the IMPACT journey every leader takes to lead strongly in the world today. In his laid back midwestern style, Dr. Van Meter will share the stages of the that journey and what challenges have to be overcome to reach the next level. MORE >

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  • Using Emotional Intelligence Skills to Survive and Thrive During Tough Conversations

    Laura Lewis-Barr, Founder, Training 4 Breakthroughs

    Prepare yourself to face difficult conversations with courage and confidence. Discover best practices in preparation and delivery of challenging content. During this interactive workshop participants will: MORE >

    > Explore how basic Emotional Intelligence concepts of self-awareness, empathy, triggers, and hijacking can help or hinder us during emotional conversations.
    > Recognize the many benefits of not avoiding, but instead “leaning into” challenging conversations.
    > Understand and practice a proven 3-part method for conducting difficult conversations to produce good outcomes.
    > Explore different delivery habits that help and hinder communication including observation vs. evaluation, and owning vs. projecting a message.
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  • From $0 to $1m in Monthly Recurring Revenue

    Brandon Bruce, COO & Co-founder, Cirrus Insight

    I love to talk about my experience starting a new company and growing it to $1 million in monthly recurring revenue. We've made a lot of mistakes and we've identified several strategies that work really well for us. MORE >

    I'm happy to speak about any aspect of the entrepreneurial journey including bootstrapping, fundraising, hiring, training, marketing, selling, and everything in between. I have experience speaking at meetings and conferences of any size – from United Nations conferences with thousands of attendees to user group meetings with a few dozen attendees. My promise is that we'll have a good time and learn a lot together.
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  • The Art of Communication

    Robb Hill, Founder/President, R Hill Enterprises Inc

    A forcefully energetic and entertaining speaker, Robb hill knows how to deliver content-driven programs designed to empower and encourage your team. A financial adviser for over 18 years, Robb has helped hundreds of people redefine their financial objectives and prepare for a better financial future. MORE >

    Communication is the foundation of relationships, whether it is with family, community, church or business- communication can make or break relationships. Excellent communicators are also attentive listeners. Robb Hill will decipher the communication conundrum and help improve communication resulting in accountability and productivity.

    Robb Hill inspirationally empowers others to rise to higher levels and overcome the inertia to see the changes they desperately desire. Robb shows audiences how to move from inactive, to proactive, and step out of their negativity into a positive and creative life path.

    The Effective Communication Environment:

    The ability to engage your customer is a skill that needs to be cultivated for maximum effectiveness. The non-verbal aspects of communication are of special importance. Participants learn techniques to gain cooperation from others and help customers express their ideas with clarity which in turn allows the service aspect to exceed the customers expectations.

    Identify and apply different communication styles.
    Gain a better understanding of verbal and non-verbal communication.
    Communicate ideas more clearly and project a positive image.
    Learn the assertive language to get your point across.
    Tap into their own personal style to become a more authentic communicator.
    Learn how to effectively give and receive feedback, and much, much more.

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  • Success Blueprint: Strategies to Increase Sales, Be More Productive, Dominate Your Industry

    Scott Hansen, CEO, Scott Hansen Consulting

    Entrepreneurs and business owners who are looking to GET THE EDGE in their business. You will walk away looking at yourself and business in an entirely new light. High Performance Coach, Scott Hansen, shares key strategies to help any business owner get to the next level in their business. MORE >

    In this riveting 60 minute presentation, Scott will leave you with key strategies on how to Increase Sales, Become More Productive, and Dominate Your Industry and Stand Out from the Competition.
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  • 21st Century Leadership

    Scott Hansen, CEO, Scott Hansen Consulting

    In this high energy presentation, High Performance Coach, Scott Hansen, shares the importance of "21st Century Leadership Rules" that you must know. If you don't adapt these, your business might get left behind

    In 21st Century Leadership, you and your organization will walk away with the following: MORE >

    - Learn the importance of becoming a better leader
    - The (3) Income Producing Activities all business owners need to know
    - How to be more efficient and productive in your day
    - The importance of saying "NO" in your business
    - The One productivity strategy that Warren Buffet uses

     

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  • Storytelling for Leaders

    Dr. Ray Lauk, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Storyteller, Laugh Out Loud Learning

    Storytelling is one of the most effective forms of communication, yet few leaders are skilled in this art form. Learn how to develop an effective story that conveys your message, values, and is memorable!

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  • Customer Communication

    Thomas Herman, Managing Director, CRO RoundTable

    Customer communication is hard work, really hard work. Any business/organization, of any size, should have a strategy for delivering their value to all customers, prospects, investors, donors, etc. etc. Whether your communication is to retain existing customers, attract and win new customers, attract and win new donors your communications styles, techniques and execution needs to be well thought out. Do all employees (and even volunteers) understand the importance of each communication regardless of method? We will explore strategies and techniques that can work in your operation. MORE >

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  • From zero to launch: A walk-through of the website process

    Lisa Ghisolf, President & Founder, Gizmo Creative Factory, Inc.

    I’ll share my step-by-step process (honed since the days of just HTML) for WordPress website creation or redesign. We’ll touch on content audits, theme selection (or should you go custom?), launch checklists, and post-launch care. Also freelancer or client management. MORE >

    Great for those who want to launch or relaunch their sites and those who work with clients.
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