Jim Henson said that business plays an essential role in communicating art to a broad audience, and that we must understand the value of both worlds. This four-part series of classes (Thursdays from 1-4-18 to 1-25-18) will introduce students to the world of business for creative writers. Participants will learn the basics of traditional and [...]

Starting a new business can be exciting, and overwhelming. There are so many things to consider such as setting up operations, meeting legal requirements, accurately pricing your product or service, creating a marketing strategy and plan, and understanding financial statements. Above all, you will want to be profitable! Engage and interact in this live instructor-led [...]

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business, Shannon Novakovich with NovaWerx will discuss: – Exempt vs non-exempt employees – What it means that Washington is an “At Will” state – Helping under-performing staff achieve success – Employee engagement – Conflict resolution with you as the mentor – And answer your questions!

This episode is for those who are thinking about starting a business or in the early planning stages. Learn the fundamental elements of what makes a business successful, the basics of business planning, and the steps to take to turn an idea into a reality. Meet staff from the Washington Center for Women in Business [...]