Here is this month’s pick of practical and useful business tools, articles, and events.
Business Tools
Want to advertise on Google Adwords or Bing Ads? Here are the two best tools to help you pick the right keywords. Both provide some results for free and have paid versions. Just type in any competitor’s website address. Want to contribute? Send us links to more.
Articles
Three of the best articles we have come across this week. Want to contribute? Send us a link to your article or contact us and apply to become a regular contributor.
http://matthewpollard.com/sales-scripting-yes-in-7-steps/
http://www.inventopreneurs.org/from-an-idea-to-product-in-9-easy-steps/
http://www.inventopreneurs.org/how-the-internet-of-things-is-shaping-the-competition-in-your-industry/
Events
The focus in March is on Networking. Have an event you want us to know about? Send us a link.
IP and Ownership Legal for Small Businesses, Creatives and Startups
When: Tuesday, March 7th, 2017, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: Mister Tramps Sports Pub and Cafe, 8565 Research Blvd, Austin, TX, 78758
Info: http://www.inventopreneurs.org/ip-ownership-legal-small-businesses-creatives-startups/
Control your valuable intellectual property. Learn how multiple startup owners can avoid common issues, be it in technology, film, music, games, art, literature or just about any other kind of tangible or intangible property.
SCORE Events
Info: http://www.austinscore.org/project/local-workshops-events-for-small-businesses-in-austin/
SCORE workshops are across the Austin area, now in Leander and Dripping Springs. Start a new business or operate your business more profitably.
Effective Networking Sponsored by Baylor Executive MBA
When: Wed, March 1, 2017, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CST
Where: WeWork Domain, 11801 Domain Boulevard, Austin, TX 78758
Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/effective-networking-sponsored-by-baylor-executive-mba-tickets-31645335049?aff=es2
We’ll share with you three key ways to improve how you network. We have options for everyone – the introvert and the extrovert.
Networking Connections
When: Thursday, Mar 09 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Where: 201 N Brushy, Leander, TX 78641
Info: http://www.leandercc.org/custom2.asp?pagename=event&id=139621
Free event open to all. Join us for breakfast and networking.
Breakfast Club Morning Networking Event
When: Friday, March 10, 2017 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CST
Where: Round Rock Chamber, 212 East Main Street, Round Rock, TX 78664
Info: http://roundrockchamber.org/chamber-activities/events/calendar/
The chamber’s Friday morning breakfast event provides an opportunity to connect and promote your business to fellow investors in a relaxed and energetic setting.
Business Network Lunch
When: Tuesday, March 14, 2017 11:00 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where: Kindred Oaks, 2100 CR 176, Georgetown, TX 78628
Info: http://cca.georgetownchamber.org/webforms/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=txgt&keyword=238915&class=E
Join over 100 fellow Chamber members for great food and great networking.
R Bank Power Networking Breakfast
When: Friday, March 24, 2017 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM CDT
Where: Cedar Park Recreation Center, Community Room, 1435 Main St, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Info: http://www.cedarparkchamber.org/events/details/r-bank-power-networking-breakfast-march-2017-10045
The R Bank Power Networking Breakfast is a great way to meet new people and begin new business connections in a casual atmosphere.
