Women entrepreneurs
of southern oregon

When:  Session One   3-5 pm,

              Session Two:  6-8pm

Where:  Jackson County Library in the Adams Room

What is a Beauty Boot Camp?

It is 90 minutes of pampering for you and two friends; we will make you LOOK AND FEEL FABULOUS.  You will experience a luxurious anti-aging facial treatment, sample all of the newest cosmetics, have kissable lips and soft, ageless hands are just some of the treatments you will experience

Cost:

It is a complimentary service, because we believe in relationship marketing not advertising for a business.  No purchase is necessary, but having fun is!!!

Please register by texting or emailing Kristie at 530.340.1161 

All products will be BeautiControl to learn more about our products please go to my website

www.beautipage.com/kristieballestin

The Small Business Development Center sponsors monthly lunchtime seminars and this month the topic is "Recordkeeping and Taxes."

• Get your tax questions answered
• Learn what to save to pay taxes on time
• Understand what the IRS looks for when reviewing tax returns
  

When: Thursday, March 19
Where: RCC/SOU Higher Education Center, 101 S. Bartlett St, Medford
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Cost: FREE

The speaker is Patrick Hurley, who was an IRS agent for 14 years and has been in his own practice since 1982. His specialty is the preparation of individual and business income tax returns and represents individuals before the IRS. Hurley Tax Services was selected for the 2014 best of Medford Award in the Tax Return Preparation category.   .

Hey, everyone, I just listened to Teri talking about WESO and the Showcase on Jefferson Public Radio this AM. Listen to the podcast. 

It's short, about 20 min., so check it out. She talks about our mission, history, and, of course, our rapidly approaching Women Entrepreneurs Showcase on Mar. 12. Plus she featured our other upcoming meetings.

Teri shared the time with Laura O'Bryon, Executive Director of Community Works Dunn House Shelter. As you may already know, the Showcase will benefit their organization as well as combining a trade show with a networking and educational event for entrepreneurs. 

The Small Business Development Center sponsors monthly lunchtime seminars and this month the topic is "Harnessing the Power of Twitter."

• Learn how to create messages that get your business to stand out
  
• Understand the best uses for hashtags, handles, hat-tips & images
  
• Decide if Twitter is worth your precious time
  

When: Thurs. February 19
Where: RCC/SOU Higher Education Center, 101 S. Bartlett St, Medford
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Cost: FREE

The speaker is Dr. Donnie Maclurcan. He is an Affiliate Professor in Social Science at SOU and a passionate advocate for all things not-for-profit.  Twitter has been a crucial tool for Donnie as a social entrepreneur and as co- founder of Project Australia, The Post Growth Institute,  Free Money Day, the (en)Rich List, and Cascades Hub.

Call 541-552-8300 or visit the Small Business Development Center website at www.sou.edu/sbdc for more info.

The SOU School of Business cooperates with local agencies and businesses to provide a wide variety of opportunities for students to gain real-world experience. Learn how your organization can benefit from using student interns and how students can benefit from your knowledge and experience. Jane Picknell, Internship Coordinator, will show you how to make the right connections to access our future business leaders.

You'll learn:

• How to get a student intern
• What student interns can do for your business
• Create a "win-win" experience

When: Thurs. January 15
Where: RCC/SOU Higher Education Center, 101 S. Bartlett, Medford
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Cost: FREE

Bring your own Lunch, Learn & Launch!

For more info or to register:  https://clients.bizcenter.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=91340042

The next Lunch and Learn seminar from the Small Business Development Center will be on Thursday, Nov. 20. 12:15 to 1:15 at the RCC/SOU building at 101 S. Bartlett, Medford. Contact the SBDC at 541-552-8300 or at http://www.sou.edu/sbdc/index.html for more info and registration.

The speaker is Patrick Hurley, tax preparer and former IRS agent, and he will be speaking on Recordkeeping and Taxes:

• What to save to pay business taxes on time
• Systems to keep accurate records for your business
• What the IRS looks for when reviewing tax returns

October 16th is the next "Lunch, Learn and Launch" event sponsored by the Small Business Development Center. Bring a brown bag lunch at 12:15 pm for the free, one-hour seminar with Lisa Manyon, marketing consultant.

Topics

    * Design messages that get attention
    * Evaluate how 'disruptive' your messages are & why it matters
    * Learn the 3-step approach for marketing with integrity

Plus, generate 3-5 actions items that can be implemented immediately!

When: Thurs. Oct. 16
Where: RCC/SOU HEC in Medford
Time: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Cost: FREE

Call 541.552.8300 for more information or visit their website at:
 www.sou.edu/sbdc

A thought leader in copywriting, strategy and marketing, Lisa Manyon is "The Business Marketing Architect". Her relationship-first approach is friendly, effective and teaches people how to create marketing messages with integrity. Lisa's philosophies have been featured in Inc. Magazine. WriteOnCreative.com

Topics:

•  Develop a healthy attitude towards spending money

•  Learn creative money management tools that work

•  Evaluate if business image is professional or amateurish

   Plus Generate 3-5 actions items that can be implemented immediately! 

Hi Folks,

I had the good fortune to be interviewed by Kellie Hill from The Right Nutrition Plan about my new book Feeling Good About You. If you'd like to hear the interview or learn more about the book, here is the link.

http://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/78501/how-to-feel-good-about-you

If you're interested in Feeling Good About You it's available at Amazon.com .

I wish you well.

Sandy Abell