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Breakout Sessions at the Women's Business Conference Equip Women Business Owners to Power Their Dreams
How do you get noticed in a sea of competition? How do you maximize your business' online presence and make the most of your time? How do you use your status as a women-owned business to your advantage in tough economic times? Breakout sessions at the Women's Business Conference 2009 will answer these questions, address a wealth of topics and give women business owners the opportunity to hone their skills and grow their business. Learn More!
First 2 WBC Speakers Announced
Experts Peter Walsh and Suzy Welch will empower women business owners with vital information at the Women's Business Conference 2009. Peter will provide insight, skill and motivation to deal with the underlying clutter blocking the path to who we want to be. Suzy Welch will use her 10-10-10 decision-making approach to help entrepreneurs deal with dilemmas, large and small, to make the best possible decisions. Read more!
Join NAWBO today and save $25 off national membership, $175 off conference registration
Thanks to NAWBO's membership drive, new members now receive a $25 discount on their national membership. What's more is that those same members are eligible to receive $175 off their conference registration by securing the NAWBO Member Rate, plus an additional $75 if they register prior to April 30. Click here to see all the exciting things going on at this year's WBC.
Now accepting nominations for NAWBO/Wells Fargo Trailblazer Award
We are accepting nominations for the 2009 NAWBO/Wells Fargo Trailblazer Award. Three outstanding women entrepreneurs will receive this award for their trailblazing spirit as demonstrated by their company performance, entrepreneurial vision, innovative spirit and service to their community. Each winner will receive a cash grant of $5,000 and nationwide recognition, and will be honored at the NAWBO Women's Business Conference in Chicago in June. Apply by March 24!
NAWBO News
Stay up-to-date with the latest NAWBO news stories and features -- from tips on how to cope in the challenging economic environment to the latest updates on high-profile women in the news. Click here.
Women Entrepreneurs
If you want to know where women entrepreneurs are growing and thriving, NAWBO can help you find the answer. Check out NAWBO's newly updated online chapter map that highlights the influence of women business owners across the country.
DHL customer? UPS has you covered.
DHL will discontinue U.S. domestic air and ground express shipping services by the end of January. But your business doesn't need to skip a beat. Ship with UPS and save up to 26% with your NAWBO member benefits. If you don't have a UPS account, go to savewithups.com/nawbo to open one. We recognize that you need consistency and certainty to serve your customers and we're ready to help. It's easy to switch your DHL shipping to UPS. We've created the UPS Welcome Center at www.ups.com/switchnow where you'll find detailed information comparing our shipping and tracking solutions, including step-by-step instructions for transferring your DHL address book to UPS shipping systems. Now more than ever, UPS is proud to be a sponsor of NAWBO. If you're already a UPS customer, we're ready to do more. If you aren't a UPS customer, there's never been a better time to become one.
Tips to cut back on expenses
Eliminating waste and excess is critical to small businesses' efforts to cope with the economic slowdown. Some tips for cutting back include: use less paper, cancel subscriptions, compare mailing costs and tell vendors you have to cut back to give them the option of offering discounts rather than losing business. Newsday (Long Island, N.Y.) (11/3)
California law offers protection from frivolous lawsuits
Small-business owners in California hope that a new law will protect them from lawsuits concerning disabled access. The law provides small businesses "with protection against egregious lawsuits," says John Kabateck of the National Federation of Independent Business in California. San Diego Union-Tribune
Pay equity survey -- respond today!
A Web site survey on pay equity was launched this month by the National Association of Women Business Owners-New York, offering its members and other women business owners an opportunity to express their views on legislation pending in the U.S. Senate and New York state Legislature. For more information, contact Carolyn Sevos, carolyn@intracommunities.org.
Former NAWBO National President Awarded 2008 Leader of Distinction
The Institute for Women Entrepreneurs recognizes Terry Neese, Advocate, Successful Entrepreneur, Former National President of NAWBO, and Author of Power Tools for her unwavering commitment to advance the growth and fulfillment of women and small business in the US and internationally.
Growth, Golf and Global Good, Sponsored by UPS
Join NAWBO in pursuit of the three "G's" - Growth, Golf, and Global Good - at Go for the Greens, a two-day event at Disney's BoardWalk Resort September 19-20. This business development conference designed especially for women entrepreneurs will include procurement, matchmaking, and educational sessions, along with a golf tournament for players of all levels and best practices on sustainable business. Early Bird Registration $195 until August 20, 2008 ($250 after August 20)! Register now for this can't-miss event!
Video business tips: Fresh daily
Now you can watch a new video business tip every day on NAWBO's Web site thanks to the Small Business School. Learn proven strategies for success from business owners and other experts in these brief clips. Watch now.
10th annual Forbes Executive Women's Forum
Sept. 24 to 25, 2008, New York City. NAWBO members receive a special registration rate of $1,000, a significant savings off the regular registration fee of $2,995. To register and receive this special rate visit here and use Source Code 821013.
Why Buy a Home Now?
You've heard news reports saying that the housing market is in turmoil, and that home prices are stalling, if not falling, in many areas. And it is tougher to get home financing. So does this mean it's game over -- is it just too late to buy a house? Read more about the NAWBO Home Financing Program provided by Wells Fargo.
More articles for growing your business
Looking for more insights on running, marketing and growing your business? Head to NAWBO's new online article library to read advice and ideas on everything from growth and marketing to technology and team building. New articles will be added every month, so check back often! Start reading now!
IRS Launches Campaign to Help New Small Businesses
The Internal Revenue Service has launched a year-long campaign to help educate new self-employed small business owners about federal tax responsibilities and about filing Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business. The first event in the campaign is a free national phone forum, "Calling All First Time Schedule C Filers", on May 21. It will focus on common pitfalls for new small businesses to avoid.
Together: Rising
Attend NAWBO's 2008 Women's Business Conference, June 12 to 14 in Phoenix, and you'll have the opportunity to learn new strategies for growing your business. Experience the power of NAWBO's community while enjoying the beautiful Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa. Register today! More info and RSVP
2008 Women's Business Conference
Attend NAWBO's 2008 Women's Business Conference, June 12-14 in Phoenix, Ariz., and you'll have the opportunity to learn new strategies for growing your business. Experience the power of NAWBO's community while enjoying the beautiful Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa. Register today!
Get the Attention Your High-Growth Company Deserves
NAWBO is joining Inc. in its search for the 2008 Inc. 5,000, Inc. magazine and Inc.com's annual list of the fastest growing private companies in America. The top 10 percent will be featured in Inc. magazine. The Inc. 5,000 also recognizes the top 100 companies in every major metro area and several other categories. How many of these lists will your company make? How much local and national media coverage will your company receive? If you don't apply, you'll never know. The Inc. 5,000 is an editorial award and there are no fees involved with entering or qualifying. The deadline to apply is April 30th, 2008.
Influence:
Rising - Join NAWBO in Celebrating Women’s History
Month
20 years ago, women leaders worked to pass the Women’s Business Ownership
Act. Continue their efforts to encourage the spirit of women’s entrepreneurship
by referring a friend to join NAWBO this month during our membership drive.
When you refer a new member, you will be entered to win a NAWBOgear gift pack
worth over $200.
Visit the Newly Designed www.nawbo.org and
Make connections with other NAWBO members using
the expanded Membership Directory, get informed by visiting
the Article Library, and stay on top of political issues
with the Legislative Action Center. Don’t forget
to renew your membership and update your profile while
you’re on the site!
Share Your Advice with Other Women
The 2009 Woman’s Advantage Page-a-Day Calendar is now in the works. Submit
your advice on strategy, life balance, marketing, or any other pertinent topics
and your name, company name, and website could be featured on a page of the
calendar. Share your ideas by clicking
here.
