Business Training in Chicago, IL

Now more than ever, digital marketing is at the forefront of communications for businesses and people alike. Digital Marketing is no longer optional - it is the industry standard. Now is the time to educate yourself on how to promote and sell by leveraging online marketing tactics. This course will ignite your curiosity surrounding the fundamentals...

Getting thanked for doing a 'good job' is nice, but thank you in a paycheck is much better! So why is that most women have such a hard time asking for a raise, or negotiating a higher salary with a new job offer? It’s crazy making, particularly when so much research shows that women are far more effective negotiators than men, with a much higher...

To lead teams effectively, you need the skills and confidence to be able to coach, support, encourage and motivate members to succeed. All of this requires you have clear communication and a solid facilitation framework. In this interactive workshop, you'll recognize your role as a facilitator, including how to plan and prepare for a facilitated collaborative...

Wouldn't it feel incredible to actually be excited for your next job interview? To feel confident in your ability to stay composed under pressure, provide persuasive answers to tough questions and leave a lasting impression after you wrap? In this online workshop, you’ll gain knowledge of the different interview frameworks as well as important...

You’ll complete five intense hours in just one day. You’ll work hands-on creating effective marketing solutions for your business in a small group of no more than 10 like-minded entrepreneurs. Each workshop is conducted by award winning marketing executive, Val Holwerda. Also included is an hour-long, one-to-one personalized follow-up session...

“Free and independent media underpin any vibrant democracy.” ― Oscar Auliq-Ice If we analyze the state of media, we understand the state of our national movements. In light of the election and the polarizing divisiveness of the “fake news” era, we are diving into the reality of media, specifically social impact media. Did your social...

This is a course to learn what is required to start their business in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. The class begins with a look at the Challenges the new business owner will face, the marketing basics quick, and easy guide through the forest of regulations faced by new business start-ups in Los Angeles. Learn what you need to know about city...

In this course dedicated to managing performance, learners will develop an understanding of the strategic, tactical, and legal components of performance management. Defining performance, measuring results and behaviors, conducting appraisals, and employee development will be covered, through practical exercises and case studies. Note: Classroom location...

Explore marketing and productivity/SaaS companies with Notion Head of Marketing Camille Ricketts. Camille Ricketts is the Head of Marketing at Notion, an app that combines tools such as docs, calendars, reminders, databases and more into a beautiful all-in-one workspace. Prior to Notion, Camille was Head of Content and Marketing at First Round Capital,...

One of the most critical components of project management is learning to manage the "human factor." In this course, ways to meet client expectations, needs, and concerns will be considered through the exploration of proven methods of needs assessment, timely and meaningful status reporting and effective closure. Note: Classroom location listings...

Due to the fast pace of change today, many employees get thrust into managerial positions and immediately face numerous new challenges and responsibilities with little training. Ensuring that valuable individual contributors can adapt quickly into effective managers is critical to the long-term viability of every organization and is a fast track for...

This course focuses on professional written communication. Students learn to write clear, concise, and effective business letters, memos, reports, email, texts, and proposals. Additionally, students learn to target their message for stakeholders (superiors, colleagues, employees, and clients) using effective tone, language structure, and word choice....

If you're thinking about starting a home-based or small business, this session will provide a comprehensive roadmap to get you started. You'll learn the critical points in starting and running a successful business from inception to expansion, including branding, finances, keeping clients happy, exit strategies and more. Please be sure to register...

Take your knowledge to the next level through careful study of the basics, including security pricing, valuation of annuities, measurement of risk and return, and capital budgeting. With this course, you will gain a thorough understanding which will carry you through subsequent courses in this intriguing field. Note: Classroom location listings are...

With this course, you are on your way to becoming a certified bookkeeper.  Topics to be covered include the principles of the accounting cycle for service businesses, general journals and ledgers, adjusting entries and the worksheet, closing entries and post-closing trial balance.  You will also learn payroll concepts, including employee...