Small businesses are the cornerstone of our economy and contribute significantly to the quality of life in our community. According to the Small Business Association, small businesses (fewer than 100 employees) employ half the workforce in the US. One half of those businesses are home-based businesses.
But, growing or launching a small business can be daunting. Most small businesses begin with limited funds and the owner must perform most of the tasks of the business him/herself. It takes courage, resourcefulness, and unbounded energy to take the entrepreneurial leap. Colorado Free University has made it its mission to provide support for those adventuresome entrepreneurs .
On April 9 CFU presents its seventh annual signature event. The Un-Job Fair: Strategies and Opportunities for Successful Self-Employment is a daylong symposium for those who are running their own businesses or considering launching one. Keynote presentations address essential attitudes and strategies for entrepreneurial success and smaller breakout sessions offer tips and tools for specific business needs.
One participant commented, “The information I received today was a pep rally to the mind, body and soul. The energy level was very refreshing and absorbing as it captivated my attention and gave me insight and reinforcement….” Another wrote “Inspiring. I got a lot of practical advice for breaking through my frustration to finally start my own business.” And one other attendee let us know “Wonderful experience. It provided me with the motivation and information to start my entrepreneurial path.”
Colorado Free University has offered quality, affordable classes in Denver since 1987. Keynote presenters, Barbara Winter (author of “Making a Living without a Job”) and Steve Veltkamp (founder of Biz$hop) fly in the is event, but CFU’s local instructors donate their teaching time for this event as their way of giving back to the community. The Un-Job Fair presents a full day of inspiration and practical tips and tools at the affordable price of $88, or $76 for CFU members.
Visit www.freeu.com or call (303) 399-0093 ext 0 for more information.