http://upcoming.yahoo.com/tag/business/ Tag Search feed on Upcoming. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:45:07 -0700 Upcoming 60 en-us Understand and accept that safety is a function whereby everyone is responsible.
Establish that accidental injuries are caused by unsafe acts, behavior and conditions.
Conduct job safety analysis and give job safety instructions.
Conduct an accident investigation and fill a meaningful accident report.
Handle and react to various work accidents and emergencies.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012388/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012388/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012388/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:26:29 -0700 2009-06-29T04:26:29-07:00 Managing Health and Safety in the Workplace - Maintenance & Safety 2009-11-15T08:00:00Z 2009-11-19T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Recognize when to negotiate, as opposed to tendering.
Plan and conduct several contract-related negotiations.
Use communication and planning skills that will allow reaching a win-win outcome.
Successfully negotiate contractual claims and change orders.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012390/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012390/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012390/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:32:36 -0700 2009-06-29T04:32:36-07:00 Negotiating Contracts Effectively - Contracts & Projects 2009-11-15T08:00:00Z 2009-11-19T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Review the financial aspects of the projects they are currently handling.
Be more prepared to deal with all parties concerned through better negotiation and communication skills.
Develop an awareness of own personal strengths and weaknesses while managing projects.
Plan to deal and work with the problems and constraints related to managing projects in the Arab World.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012399/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012399/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012399/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:12:30 -0700 2009-06-29T05:12:30-07:00 Project Management Skills - Contracts & Projects 2009-11-15T08:00:00Z 2009-11-19T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Understand and apply strategic thinking.
Develop organizational and departmental strategies.
Use the strategy of the organization to determine Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Use KPIs to draft an organizational balanced scorecard.
Convert a strategic plan to an operating plan.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012402/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012402/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012402/#comments 24.4439 54.419 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:18:22 -0700 2009-06-29T05:18:22-07:00 Strategic Thinking and Planning - Leadership & Management 2009-11-15T08:00:00Z 2009-11-19T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/403697/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/403697/ Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/403697/ Learn how to properly lead a meeting.
Discover the various responsibilities of participants in a meeting.
Prepare an agenda and write minutes for the meeting.
Practice the various types of questions to be asked in a meeting.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012404/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012404/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3012404/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:22:33 -0700 2009-06-29T05:22:33-07:00 How to Conduct Productive Meetings - Communication Skills 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-24T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Align the HR function with organizational strategy.
Introduce competency-based approaches to the main functions within an HR department.
Assess the effectiveness of the human resources function through the use of an HR scorecard and relevant key performance indicators.
Prepare for the management of a human resources function through the submittal of one or more HR-management-related projects.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013713/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013713/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013713/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:46:42 -0700 2009-06-29T21:46:42-07:00 Certified HR Manager - HR Management 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Review the critical operational requirements for successful planning and control of the maintenance work.
Use the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the measurement and evaluation of the maintenance department.
Learn how to effectively work with others.
Develop an effective work schedule to achieve your goals.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013738/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013738/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013738/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:03:35 -0700 2009-06-29T22:03:35-07:00 Certified Maintenance Planner - Maintenance & Safety 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Decide when to use coaching and counseling.
Define the relationship between attitude and behaviour and use it to motivate self and others.
Use logical and creative approaches to solving problems.
Differentiate between leadership and management.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013748/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013748/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013748/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:12:09 -0700 2009-06-29T22:12:09-07:00 Certified Professional Manager - Leadership & Management 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Analyze the main components of a competency, the differences between each and their relevance to HR processes.
Learn where competencies come from and apply the main steps in designing competency frameworks and models.
Apply competencies in the recruitment and selection processes.
Learn how to use competencies for identifying training needs.
Use competencies and behavioral indicators to design performance appraisal systems.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013752/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013752/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013752/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:29:19 -0700 2009-06-29T22:29:19-07:00 Competency-Based Human Resources Management 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Write comprehensive instructional learning objectives and link them to the different evaluation levels.
Select appropriate data collection methods for each of the evaluation levels.
List ways to improve transfer of skills from the workshop to the workplace.
Calculate training programs costs, calculate their return on investment and identify the intangible benefits derived from training and development programs.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013758/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013758/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013758/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:36:38 -0700 2009-06-29T22:36:38-07:00 Evaluating Training: From Reaction to ROI - Training & Develpoment 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Examine and evaluate company best practices to strive for continuous improvement.
Revise and develop current policies and procedures to facilitate strategy execution.
Learn how information and operating systems enable company personnel to carry out their strategic roles proficiently.
Learn how to tie rewards and incentives directly to the achievement of strategic and financial targets.
Explore corporate cultures that promote good strategy execution and learn the importance of internal leadership needed to drive and keep the strategy implementation process moving forward.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013768/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013768/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013768/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:48:30 -0700 2009-06-29T22:48:30-07:00 From Planning to Execution: A Winning Strategy - Leadership & Management 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Interpret accounting treatment for assets, liabilities, and owners’ equity transactions.
Apply Accounting Principles in developing financial statements.
Analyze specialized accounting transactions.
Use practical guidance to prepare Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013793/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013793/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013793/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:07:40 -0700 2009-06-29T23:07:40-07:00 Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and 2009 Update 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Understand how to manage a project in compliance with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards.
Understand the project management framework, processes and the nine project management knowledge areas in addition to project manager professional and social responsibilities
Recognize Project Management Book of Knowledge “PMBOK” and PMP exam Certification.
Understand and apply project management skills, tools and techniques to deliver on time within budget.
Identify key concepts not mentioned in the PMBOK.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013824/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013824/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013824/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:47:42 -0700 2009-06-29T23:47:42-07:00 Preparation for Project Management Professional Certification 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Evaluate, in-depth, the process of preparing tenders and selecting potential suppliers.
Understand the issues involved in assessing tenders for quality as well as value for money including e-Auction.
Apply several approaches to bid evaluation using criteria, weights and scoring measures.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013829/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013829/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013829/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:56:54 -0700 2009-06-29T23:56:54-07:00 Tendering Procedures and Bid Evaluation - Contracts & Projects 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the measurement and evaluation of performance and productivity at all levels: company, department and individuals.
Evaluate the feasibility of using the Balanced Scorecard in their organization.
Design and implement the approach of “Best-in-Class Benchmarking” in their organization.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013830/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013830/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3013830/#comments 25.2694 55.3084 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:59:23 -0700 2009-06-29T23:59:23-07:00 The Balanced Scorecard: Achieving Performance Excellence 2009-11-22T08:00:00Z 2009-11-26T15:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/ Dubai, UAE Dubai Dubai Dubai United Arab Emirates http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/
LEAD is an innovative leadership programme designed specifically around the needs of SME owner-managers who want to gain confidence and improve their Leadership skills.

It is aimed at small companies with up to 20 employees which are based in the North West. Since its inception in 2004 over 150 business owners-manager have benefited from this ten month leadership programme.

The businesses that have taken part in LEAD have benefited from a significant increase in sales turnover, improved staff productivity and business processes, increased confidence of owners-managers allowing them to make the right decisions in business.

"LEAD has given me the power to take the action to empower my staff and myself to drive my business forward" - LEAD cohort delegate, February 2009.

LEAD concentrates on two areas: the business itself and the personal development of the owner-manager. The programme is made up of several elements which run alongside each other throughout the ten months including masterclasses, action learning, coaching, shadowing and exchanges and the on-line forum.

Although LEAD is a high value programme, it is supported by the NWDA resulting in a maximum cost to the business of £2K. Funding may be available through the Train to Gain L&M programme to reduce this cost a further £1K.

About the taster event

To find out more about the programme Salford Business School is inviting you to take part in our LEAD Taster Event. This will take place at University of Salford on the 14th of July 2009 from 12.00 till 2.00pm.

This is a free event that will provide the opportunity to network with local SMEs and experts from Salford Business School who will be delivering the LEAD programme at University of Salford. Additionally there will be an opportunity to listen to LEAD participants and ask any questions about the programme. A complimentary buffet lunch will be also provided.

In order to secure your place, please email e.vasilieva@salford.ac.uk or s.wells@salford.ac.uk . We will be sending the details regarding the event such as venue, directions, parking, and detailed agenda a few days before the event.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016087/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016087/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016087/#comments 53.483 -2.2679 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:39:53 -0700 2009-07-01T03:39:53-07:00 Taster Event for the LEAD Programme 2009-07-14T12:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/428972/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/428972/ University of Salford The Crescent Salford England M5 4WT United Kingdom http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/428972/
Attendees will receive-
Advanced Twitter Strategy:
- Increasing visibility
- Media relations
- Driving traffic to a website
- Public relations
- Measuring success
- Examples of prospecting, selling and customer service
Visual Branding with Twitter:
- Creating brand recognition
- The importance of a cohesive visual brand
- Twitter background questionnaire (each attendee will receive a custom designed file to upload as the background of their profile within one week of training with up to one set of revisions)
A Twitter binder containing tip sheets on functionality, strategy and success stories
Up to 30 minutes of phone support (in one conference call) if scheduled day of workshop.

Jennifer Maggiore will be available until 12:00pm for Q and A.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016886/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016886/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3016886/#comments 33.4481 -111.9843 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:02:39 -0700 2009-07-01T17:02:39-07:00 Intensive Twitter Workshop 2009-08-18T08:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583228/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583228/ Arizona Small Business Association 4600 E. Washington Street, Suite 340 Phoenix Arizona 85034 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583228/
Whether you're new to Microsoft Word or need to get up to speed quickly with the new Word 2007 ribbon interface, our training class will give you tips and pointers you can apply immediately to the work you do every day. Using our real-world exercises, you'll practice creating different types of documents using Word 2007's treasure chest of features.

Specifically, our instructor-led Word 2007 training will show you how to:

* Efficiently create, edit, format, save, and print documents
* Navigate comfortably within a document and among two or more documents
* Select and change or delete text and photos
* Convert text to tables and vice versa
* Spice up documents with colors, frames and clip art
* User shortcuts to save time doing common tasks
* and many more topics...

In addition to our Microsoft Word training in San Jose, we also offer MS Word classes in San Francisco, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, all throughout the year.

If interested, please visit us at AcademyX.com to see our full schedule of courses.

$250.00.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017286/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017286/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017286/#comments 37.3609 -121.9414 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:57:36 -0700 2009-07-01T21:57:36-07:00 Microsoft Word Training - San Jose (1 Day) 2009-09-01T09:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583335/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583335/ AcademyX partner facility (Santa Clara) 2005 De La Cruz Blvd #200 Santa Clara California 95050 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583335/
Throughout the day, panels led by highly experienced industry veterans will examine the financing options available to "middle market" companies in the midst of today's credit crunch. The highly interactive format is guaranteed to generate give and take among the panelists as well as with the audience.

Panelists will share their experiences and provide perspectives on the critical issues impacting business growth, financing, mergers and acquisitions in the Northwest at a time of unprecedented turmoil in the financial markets.

Business owners, senior corporate executives, and their professional advisors will have ample opportunity during the course of the day to network and exchange ideas with panelists and principals from leading investment firms from throughout the nation.

Finally, don't miss the opportunity to meet - up close and personal - investment professionals from a wide array of the nation's leading private equity funds, mezzanine/subordinated debt funds, hedge funds, and business development companies during the conference's signature event, the Middle Market Financing Roundup. In 2008, forty investment firms from across the United States and Canada participated in the event.

Panel Chairs:

Ed Drosdick, Business Assurance Partner - Moss Adams (Seattle, WA)
Jeffrey J. Holland, Managing Director - Seacoast Capital (San Francisco, CA)
Stephen Lozano, Senior Vice President - Union Bank (Seattle, WA)
Emory Thomas, Jr., Publisher - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle, WA)

ACG Member $475; Non-ACG Member $695; Exhibitor Table ACG Member $800; Exhibitor Table Non-ACG Member $1000.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017287/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017287/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017287/#comments 47.6108 -122.348 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:02:23 -0700 2009-07-01T22:02:23-07:00 Northwest Growth Financing Conference 2009-08-06T07:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/5371/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/5371/ Bell Harbor International Conference Center 2211 Alaskan Way Seattle Washington 98121 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/5371/ "Squeeze More Profit and Customers Out of Your Website"

One-day intensive training seminar on the tried, tested, and true web marketing strategies you MUST employ if you wish to survive in this digital age.

You may be interested in this intensive training if:

* You've attempted to create a website and/or market yourself online, and you've had little success or added revenue

* Your competition is marketing themselves online and you need to keep a competitive edge against them

* Traditional advertising is losing its effectiveness and costing you more money than it earns

* You have an employee, or want to hire an employee to maintain your website, keep a company blog, or promote your company online

* You want to capitalize on the HUGE opportunity with social media like videos, podcasts, online radio, and social networks

* You plan to outsource your online marketing and want a basic education in key strategies so you can effectively manage them without being taken advantage of or getting confused

Here's a Sampling of What You'll Learn:

* Reverse engineer your competition's website and marketing strategies
* Get 1st page rankings on Google in as little as a few hours
* Conduct an entire search engine optimization campaign
* Increase your website's conversions by 200% or more
* Get instant traffic to your website with Google Adwords
* Capitalize on social media sites and tools for explosive traffic and sales

We also give you the most comprehensive home-study workbook and Post- Training Materials ever created for traditional businesses to market themselves online - EVEN IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE ZERO KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE INTERNET!

Everything is covered step-by-step and we refer you to hundreds of free tools, resources, and additional free training if you're interested.

Register Your Seat Now Before We Sell Out and We'll Instantly Send You a Thank You Bonus!

$997.00 ($50 off using coupon code: fullcal).
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017430/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017430/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3017430/#comments 37.3941 -121.9455 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:07:10 -0700 2009-07-02T01:07:10-07:00 Intensive One-Day Training Seminar - Web Marketing 2009-07-30T09:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/297276/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/297276/ Hotel Sierra 3915 Rivermark Plaza Santa Clara, CA California United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/297276/
Creating Sizzling Sales Success has never been easier than with our FREE preview webinar.

On our FREE preview webinar you will learn:

*Simple strategies that allow you to sell profitably in a down economy
*How to effortlessly raise your prices and close new business
*How to redefine your market and sell directly to your perfect customer
*Secrets of time management & focus to quickly and dramatically increase your productivity
*The top ten sales mistakes and what to do differently
*Utilizing the new rules of Social Media to drive leads to your business

Free Preview Webinar will be recorded.

Free.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018081/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018081/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018081/#comments 37.7294 -122.3793 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:57:26 -0700 2009-07-02T13:57:26-07:00 Get Your Sales Sizzling for 2009 2009-07-21T18:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ teleconference na San Francisco California United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/
Jeannette Bitz-a seasoned PR executive with more than twelve years experience developing successful PR strategies for technology companies-will discuss the value of communicating with the most important media, reporters and influencers in your market prior to your launch. She'll also take a look at the changing media landscape and how it's affecting PR today. Business and industry trade publications are cutting back and closing. Industry bloggers are gaining in importance. Social media-Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and even YouTube-have become key communications tools for the media and PR professionals.

Who should attend: This session is designed for start-up companies preparing to launch their product or company into the market. Since top-level executives are often involved in such launches, company presidents as well as vice presidents and directors of marketing will find the presentation of interest.

Free for eBig Members, $15 for Pre-registered Guests or $20 at the door.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018388/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018388/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018388/#comments 37.6962 -121.903 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:17:41 -0700 2009-07-02T20:17:41-07:00 What Every Startup Needs to Know about Public Relations 2009-07-13T18:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/ Four Points by Sheraton 5115 Hopyard Rd. Pleasanton California 94588 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/
Many leaders, managers, pastors and counselors resonate with this training because they are considering a new career in Coaching.

Others come with the support of their companies, churches and groups with the goal of building a strong "Coaching Culture" within those organizations.

Still others just want to be better managers and leaders.

Join us for this complimentary evening of introduction, some experiential learning and lots of questions and answers.

Complimentary.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018435/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018435/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018435/#comments 47.6451 -122.3273 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:39:07 -0700 2009-07-02T20:39:07-07:00 Intro to Professional Coach Training 2009-07-14T19:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583729/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583729/ The SeattleCoach 'Dock' 2727 Fairview Ave East Suite C Seattle Washington 98102 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583729/
New to Human Resources? Or ready to learn more about the issues involved in hiring and retaining staff, employment law, compensation and benefits, and managing performance? Knowing more about the what, why and how of the Human Resources function can enhance your job skills and advance your career, help you protect your company from legal concerns.

This comprehensive two-day program, taught by an experienced practitioner, is a must for those responsible for attracting, retaining and developing others effectively and legally.

You'll gain information you can use immediately on your job about:

-Goals, roles and responsibilities of effective HR functions
-Aligning strategic and HR planning
-Key Federal legislation governing hiring, compensating and terminating workers, and creating safe workplaces
-Avoiding compliance issues and needless litigation
-Attracting and selecting qualified employees
-How elements of a total compensation system-pay, incentives and benefits--work together
-Bringing employee performance up to speed through orientation and training
-Measuring and managing employee performance
-How to evaluate HR function success

Who benefits from attending:

-Entry-level Human Resource professionals
-HR specialists whose experience has been in a single functional area
-Individuals considering an HR career
-Managers, supervisors or small business owners with responsibility for hiring, paying, training and evaluating employees, or for overseeing HR functions

NCHRA Members: $515 / General: $665.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018454/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018454/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018454/#comments 37.6962 -121.903 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:50:04 -0700 2009-07-02T20:50:04-07:00 Essentials of Human Resource Management 2009-07-14T08:30:00Z 2009-07-15T17:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/ Four Points by Sheraton 5115 Hopyard Rd. Pleasanton California 94588 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/46650/
It makes sense that wellness programs reduce health care costs and workers' compensation. Did you know that wellness programs also positively impact absenteeism, presenteeism and productivity? Find out how your company, no matter its size, can enjoy these benefits by setting up an internal wellness program.

Assess your organization's readiness to create a culture of wellness and develop an action plan for getting started. Find out what to include in an effective program--from biometric screening to lifestyle coaching--to maximize participation, and how to calculate the ROI of your wellness program. By the end of the session, you'll be able to:

--Build a culture of wellness within their companies
--Design, start and grow a successful program
--Estimate program costs and benefits
--Include incentives to encourage employee participation

Speaker: Arlene Singer, Chief Executive Officer, co-founded WellCall after more than 30 years' human resources and strategic planning experience, serving in senior-level positions for such corporate leaders as Citibank, ITT, Bank of America and Wells Fargo & Company.

Desired Level of Experience: Open to all

NCHRA Members: $130 / General: $165.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018463/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018463/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018463/#comments 37.793 -122.401 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:56:11 -0700 2009-07-02T20:56:11-07:00 Workshop: Creating a Wellness Program: Do's, Don't and Why's 2009-07-14T09:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/89884/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/89884/ Northern California Human Resources Association 425 California St., Suite 500 San Francisco California 94104-2107 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/89884/ Bootstrapper's Breakfasts are for founders of early stage technology startups. It is a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers. These breakfasts were designed for entrepreneurs to share ideas and leverage thoughts with other folks who are serious about growing their business.

At Bootstrapper's Breakfast we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cashflow. This is not for entrepreneurs who want to meet VCs, this is for founders who are actively bootstrapping a startup. We meet in the back room at several Silicon Valley restaurants so space is limited.

These breakfasts are facilitated by SKMurphy, Inc. as a service to the Silicon Valley bootstrapper community, so there is no sales pitch from us or anyone else who attends. The first breakfast was held at Coco's in the heart of Silicon Valley in 2005. Since that time, they have grown to multiple locations through out the Bay Area.

Cost of breakfast + tip.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018518/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018518/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018518/#comments 37.795 -122.3961 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:07:38 -0700 2009-07-02T23:07:38-07:00 Bootstrappers Breakfast 2009-07-17T07:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/580134/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/580134/ Boudin Bakery - Embarcadero 4 4 Embarcadero Center San Francisco California 94111 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/580134/
In this three-part interactive Teleworkshop series you'll learn how Agile development methodologies impact each major stage of the product life cycle (Planning, Development, Launch & Maintenance) and you'll apply Product Management & Agile best practices to ensure greater success at each stage.

Teleworkshop Series
$139 for SDForum members/$249 for non-members

Individual Teleworkshops
$69 for SDForum members/$99 for non-members

July 15, 9am Pacific (12pm Eastern) - Agile Product Management in the Planning stage (Session 1)
Overview of key challenges and possible solutions as the organization goes Agile
Business Cases, product planning and Agile
Building Agile roadmaps and release plans, Part 1

July 22, 9am Pacific (12pm Eastern) - Agile Product Management in the Development stage (Session 2)
Building Agile roadmaps and release plans, Part 2
Clarifying Product Manager vs. Product Owner roles
Defining and prioritizing requirements by business value

July 29, 9am Pacific (12pm Eastern) - Mastering Agile Product Management - Launch and Beyond (Session 3)
The art of Agile product launches
Managing customer and organizational expectations
Sustaining product success with agility

During this series you will engage in several hands-on exercises and discussions to gain experience in working with the key concepts, and to help ensure that you can immediately use new tools and practices on the job. Receive effective, practical training from practicing industry experts, delivered in manageable "chunks" for busy professionals.

Pivotal Product Management provides award-winning, experience-based product management training and consulting services, helping companies apply best practices in real-world product management for improved product success rates.

Series: $139 for SDForum members, $249 for non-members. Individual workshops: $69 for SDForum members, $99 non-members.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018533/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018533/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018533/#comments 37.7294 -122.3793 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:43:59 -0700 2009-07-02T23:43:59-07:00 Agile Product Management Teleworkshops 2009-07-15T09:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ teleconference na San Francisco California United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/
It is hosted by Charlie Gray (email@cegcs.com, 650-941-1232). Meetings are held Wednesday which follows the second Thursday of the month (except Aug & Dec)

Cost is moderate: whatever you order for your dinner. Ask the host(ess) for "Kickstart".

Price of meal.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018537/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018537/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018537/#comments 37.3514 -122.0503 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:58:12 -0700 2009-07-02T23:58:12-07:00 PATCA's Kickstart Club 2009-07-15T19:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/357252/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/357252/ Country Gourmet Restaurant 1314 S. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale California 94087 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/357252/
We will have a health awareness seminar at 11am. Vendors will be setup outside for all the view and purchase items.

Come and join us on August 8, 2009. We will have music and and lunch/dinners to purchase.

To all vendors: table setup is $27.50. Please bring your own table. If you do not have a table, let us know in advance for table rental.

Thanks,
Odessa, Don and ArchBishop Davenport.
call: (516) 984-6599 for more information.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018647/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018647/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3018647/#comments 40.7178 -73.6207 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:24:30 -0700 2009-07-03T06:24:30-07:00 Crafters Event and Health Awareness Seminar 2009-08-08T11:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583790/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583790/ One Offering Tabernacle of God 390 Clinton Street Hempstead New York 11550 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/583790/
There's no better to speak on this subject, than our keynote speaker for July - Ms. Teri Takai, CIO for the State of California , sixth largest economy in the world. Since her appointment as the Chief Information Officer for the State of CA, Ms. Takai has launched a series of initiatives and is championing the new role of IT as a backbone for increasing the efficiency of the government.

She'll share her vision for the role of IT in reinventing the government and among other things, will discuss :

What is her three-to-five year vision for IT deployment in the State of CA

How will IT change the way the people communicate with and within government in years to come?

How will the new stimulus bill impact IT deployments and what areas will have priority?

What are their biggest challenges facing the CIO today and how is the state addressing it?

New Initiatives : Cyber-security, Cloud-Computing, Social Media in government

What role does technology innovation play in reinventing government?

If you are a technology professional involved in selling/marketing with the government, this is an event you cannot afford to miss.

Visit www.techcoire.com to learn more and to register.

$50 before 7/19 ; $60 after.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066098/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066098/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066098/#comments 38.6068 -121.268 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:37:20 -0700 2009-07-05T12:37:20-07:00 Technology & Innovation in Reinventing Government 2009-07-23T18:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48364/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48364/ Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova 11211 Point East Drive Rancho Cordova California 95742 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48364/
* Reminisce and relive the events of the June IABC World Conference, hosted by the SF IABC chapter this year!
* Share current issues in your industry.
* Bring plenty of business cards.
* Network, Network, Network! (With practice comes ease.)

Our venue, Ducca, is part of the Westin Hotel in San Francisco and has garnered rave reviews. We'll be opposite the bar mingling in the red alcove lounge area or lounging outside on the al fresco terrace. Join us anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm.

If you don't see a sign, ask around or call David McGinn, 562-449-7035.

Free event *drinks not included*.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066128/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066128/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066128/#comments 37.7867 -122.4027 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:09:48 -0700 2009-07-05T14:09:48-07:00 'Third Wednesdays' Mixer For Communicators 2009-07-15T17:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/210146/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/210146/ Ducca 50 Third Street San Francisco California 94103 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/210146/
Dennis Murphy, President of GroundSource Geo and recent winner of the world's largest clean technology business plan competition, The Clean Tech Open, leads a panel of Bay Area energy innovators focused on new solutions to the age-old problem of providing heating, cooling and hot water. Murphy will start with a crash course on GSHPs. The panel will then highlight an astounding array of uses for the thermal transfer of energy: How ice rinks can heat homes, and how your local water utility can provide your air conditioning.

Meet industry experts and learn about GSHPs, a mission-critical technology as Californians rush to meet "net zero" building requirements by 2020!

** OPEN TO THE PUBLIC **

Public $25 / Members $15 / PRICE INCLUDES DINNER -- Register by August 4th.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066143/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066143/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3066143/#comments 37.7923 -122.409 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 15:04:50 -0700 2009-07-05T15:04:50-07:00 Ground, Ice & Water - Ideas for 'Groundsourcing' the Carbon Problem 2009-08-06T18:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/40680/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/40680/ The University Club 800 Powell Street San Francisco California 94108 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/40680/
* In the Hot Seat: Presenting Like a Pro (July 14, 11:30am-12:30pm PST)
* Negotiation and Risk Taking to Advance Your Career (Aug 28, 11:30am-12:30pm PST)
* Getting Your Message Across: Increasing Your Clout, Influence and Authority
* (More) Strategies for Work/Life Management
* Social Networking: Hype or Help?
* What Age is Your Brain?

Webinars are $25 each per person or series of 6 webinars for $100. Group discounts are available. For more information, go to www.inventyourfuture.com or 650.592.9227.

$25.00.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3067686/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3067686/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3067686/#comments 37.7294 -122.3793 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 22:30:36 -0700 2009-07-06T22:30:36-07:00 Announcing the 2009-2010 IYF Webinar Series for Professional Women 2009-07-14T11:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/ teleconference na San Francisco California United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/121229/
SF IABC's Diversity and Inclusion Special Interest Group (DISIG) is organizing a special forum highlighting insights and learnings from IABC's 2009 World Conference.

Those who attended the conference can discuss what they gleaned from relevant sessions while those who could not attend can benefit from the knowledge of their peers and join the conversation.

A few of the 2009 World Conference sessions to be covered:
-Intercultural Communication for Communicators
-When business meets culture: Global campaigns in a local environment
-China: You don't have to speak Chinese to tap into China opportunities
-Communicating with the burgeoning employee populations in India: Challenges and Opportunities
-Idea Jam on Global Employee Communication

Sign up now at Acteva. http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=185945

Space is limited and the Registration Deadline is July 16.

Due to building security requirements, we will not be able to accommodate walk-ins.

Registration Required--Free for members and non-members.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068629/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068629/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068629/#comments 37.7903 -122.3931 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:32:16 -0700 2009-07-07T21:32:16-07:00 Diversity & Inclusion: World Conference Wrap-Up 2009-07-20T17:30:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587014/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587014/ Charles Schwab - Main & Howard 211 Main Street San Francisco California 94105 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587014/
Vehicle navigation solutions used to be exclusive, expensive options in premium car brands. Over the last five years navigation solutions have matured and are now being offered in a variety of device platforms.

Are we experiencing a full commoditization or are there new unexploited opportunities for consumers and the connected car?
What are these opportunities, who will be able to benefit from them and what can consumers and businesses expect?
How can companies continue to offer successful navigation offerings or are in-car navigation solutions and PNDs facing the same fate as PDAs ten years ago?
Are connected PND offerings and the connected car a viable, long-term strategy? If so, how will companies address recurring cost requirements and identify the right content mix?
What is the next leap for navigation and connected vehicle solutions in a location-based context (i.e. advertising) and who will lead in the emerging value-chains?

Join the panel discussion with industry representatives, moderated by Thilo Koslowski, Vice President Automotive and Vehicle ICT, Gartner Inc.

Complimentary appetizers, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served.

$20 members, $40 non-members (Pre-registration online), $50 at the.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068649/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068649/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068649/#comments 37.415 -122.1487 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:36:16 -0700 2009-07-07T23:36:16-07:00 Navigation and the Connected Vehicle 2009-07-21T18:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/560950/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/560950/ Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP 1530 Page Mill Road, Suite 200 Palo Alto California 94304 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/560950/
During the day, Kelly will share her personal business and mindset strategies that she used to transform her time sucking consulting business into a thriving million dollar business empire. She will reveal her very personal details about the challenges she faced on her journey to success and how she overcame them. You will learn about the life changing experiences that have allowed her to play a bigger game than ever before, attract ideal clients who are willing to pay premium prices for her services and enable her to secure several strategic alliances, joint ventures and most recently a book deal with an elite literary agent. And the best part... Kelly is going to put herself in the hot seat so you can ask absolutely anything about her journey to success!

All our events are held at premium hotels in convenient locations. You will be served a delicious luncheon and have the opportunity to take part in high-level networking with other success oriented individuals committed to taking their business to the next level. For your convenience, The Millionaire Prodigy Sessions will be held in two premier California locations - The Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.

During this powerful day you'll learn how to embrace the key success strategies that all winning entrepreneurs implement for fast growth, find affluent clients who are willing to pay you premium prices for your services, where to invest most of your energy and resources in your business, and much more!

$197.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068712/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068712/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3068712/#comments 33.9486 -118.3857 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:22:08 -0700 2009-07-08T01:22:08-07:00 'The Millionaire Prodigy Sessions - LIVE' 2009-07-22T10:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/120911/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/120911/ Renaissance La-Montura 9620 Airport Boulevard Los Angeles California 90045 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/120911/
Register for this webinar and learn how to:

* Communicate your core competencies and value
* Quantify and qualify your skills to your future employer
* Position yourself as a revenue generator, not a fixed cost inside the company

There are two chances to attend this event -- on Wednesday, July 8th, or on Wednesday, July 22nd, from 12:00-1:00 pm. "Seating" is limited to 23 participants per session.

Pricing: $5 for eBig Members, $15 for Non-Memebers

Register Now: https://www.123signup.com/register?id=jxxmf

Audience: This webinar is geared towards San Francisco East Bay's technology based community. Entry level to the most experienced business professionals will all benefit from participating in this webinar.

Speaker:
Rebecca Martin, is the founder and owner of dear jane..., a career advisement company. Rebecca has 12+ years of experience in the HR, Recruiting and Career Management industries. As an Executive Recruiter and Headhunter, she has worked on contingent and retained search positions helping people find jobs/careers that bring them enjoyment and prosperity. Rebecca developed a proprietary career advisement program, which includes career assessment, resume writing, salary and negotiating, networking, interviewing methodologies, and launched dear jane...

$5 for eBig Members, $15 for Non-Members.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069481/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069481/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069481/#comments 37.7791 -122.42 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 22:31:19 -0700 2009-07-08T22:31:19-07:00 eBig Career Coaching Series: The Fearless Resume 2009-07-22T12:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587368/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587368/ Online/webinar - SF Bay Area Online San Francisco California United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/587368/
Learn how to communicate in a way that influences results and brings about real changes in your people. Register today in our next workshop, "Communication Skills Training: How Managers Can Get Effective Results"

WHAT YOU WILL BENEFIT FROM THIS WORKSHOP
At the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. Implement techniques that effectively build trust and rapport with various types of communicators
2. Respond to verbal and non-verbal messages effectively through enhanced active listening skills
3. Adjust your communication approach in a way that promotes support, reduces defenses and minimizes misunderstanding
4. Discover your personal communication style and realize how others perceive you
5. Deliver and solicit feedback effectively

"You have played an instrumental role in the growth of our company thanks to this effective communication skills training...your programs are a valuable tool in our future success."
- Alan Mark, President, The Mark Company

"What makes this class so great is that I took away tangible, workable strategies that I can incorporate in the way I communicate. This class has helped me a lot! Thanks!
-Peter Fullford, San Francisco, CA

"I really want to thank you for this workshop...it was amazing! It really helped me become a better manager. I learned so many techniques that I will surely incorporate in my managerial role, and frankly, daily life!!"
- Kirtee Mehta, Marketing Communications Manager

Register today and learn how to communicate effectively for positive results!

$187.00 until JULY 15 ONLY; Regular Price: $267.00.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069626/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069626/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3069626/#comments 37.793 -122.402 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:14:43 -0700 2009-07-09T01:14:43-07:00 Communication Skills Training: How Managers Can Get Effective Results 2009-07-31T09:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/96386/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/96386/ Paragon Strategies Offices 425 California Street San Francisco California 94104 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/96386/
Speakers:

Dan O'Reily and David Pollak

Free for eBig Members, $10 for Non-Members.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070646/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070646/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070646/#comments 37.8079 -122.2646 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:05:07 -0700 2009-07-09T17:05:07-07:00 Best Practices SIG: Best Practices for Adapting to New Technologies 2009-08-05T18:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/145692/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/145692/ RHI 1999 Harrison St., Suite 1100 Oakland California 94612 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/145692/
RSVP (Encouraged): joel@emlinux.com

PATCA Lunches are designed to offer:

*Member-to-member networking with other consultants.
*Discussion of issues and challenges of running a successful consulting practice.
*Exchange of ideas about a variety of industries and business topics.
*Opportunities to share leads or collaborate on projects.
*Have an enjoyable business lunch with interesting people on a regular basis.

Cost of meal.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070850/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070850/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/3070850/#comments 37.3867 -121.995 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:45:07 -0700 2009-07-09T18:45:07-07:00 PATCA Consultants Networking Lunch-Sunnyvale 2009-07-28T12:00:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/227097/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/227097/ Coco's on Oakmead, Sunnyvale 1206 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale California 94086 United States http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/227097/