Grow Your Business with Continuing Education Webinars

Records Management is a critical function in all businesses no matter what size the organization is.  The larger the company the more complex records management becomes.   In this first webinar of the Records Management series, learn the basics about this profession.  Start to understand the terminology and the key components such as classification schemes, retention schedules, and the management of email and disaster recovery.  Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $45.00

 

This webinar describes what a classification scheme really is, what a corporate scheme should include, how to develop one to gain maximum buy-in and how to apply and maintain it to ensure continuing effectiveness. Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $45.00

 

The third in the series of Records Management webinars covers retention schedules.  Topics include what the schedule should include, how to gather the data, how to apply legislation and get approvals.  Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $45.00

 

This webinar is the 4^th in the series and it examines how the use of the proper software can greatly enhance the program’s effectiveness and reduce a lot of the more tedious, time consuming tasks associated with managing information.  It will also cover the range of software options and how to develop and manage the process for developing system requirements and choosing the right solution.  Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $45.00

 

The last in the series of webinars dealing with Records and Information Management will look at the other program components that should be considered to develop an effective and efficient program.  Topics covered include: vital records protection; choosing the right medium or mix of media for storing the records; scanning records; policies and procedures; privacy; placing records on hold for litigation; and managing offsite storage.  Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $45.00

 

Purchase all 5 Records Management webinars and save over 10% on the individual webinar price.  This series of five webinars will provide you with a complete overview of what is involved in the world of Records Management.  Everything from the basic fundamentals of classifying records and assigning retention periods to them to meet legislative requirements to using software to make your management of information more effective and less time-consuming.  Walk away with the basic knowledge that will give you the confidence to bring the issues to the attention of your clients or to the appropriate people within your company and to point to effective solutions to the problems that exist in managing valuable information resources.  Michael O’Shea has been involved in Records and Information Management consulting for over 20 years.  He is one of the most respected international experts in traditional and emerging forms of information technology. He is currently President of The Information Professionals.   $199.00

 

 

You probably think your business is worth talking about on TV and radio. But does the media agree? In this webinar you’ll learn how to find the ‘story’ in your business and how to sell that story to the media. You’ll get tips on how to approach the right producers and journalists and how to get ready to be interviewed once they say yes! The webinar recording is 50 minutes long. Please use the remaining 10 minutes of the hour to get a head start on creating a couple of your own unique media stories so you are prepared when they call.  Marion Coomey has been a media coach and trainer since 1992 and has been teaching for 18 years.  She is a Professor with the School of Radio and Television Arts at Ryerson University in Toronto.  She teaches Media Writing, On Air Presentation Skills and Documentary Production.  $45.00

 

 

Prepare to tap into the fastest-growing market in the world. Working with Seniors is all about relationship-building. This webinar focuses on the world as Seniors see it and examines the issues they deal with every day. Surfing the Age Wave! will help you understand their unique perspective and provide the necessary tools for relating to them.  Gail Shields is a Move Organizer Extraordinaire and co-founder of Downsizing Diva!. She is a successful Professional Organizer, Certified Senior Advisor and Senior Move Manager.    $45.00

 

 

As a Professional Organizer, you may be asked to assist Seniors and their families with the task of condensing a lifetime of treasures into a smaller space. Baby Boomers have started to turn 60; working with Seniors may be the direction you are considering for your business. Discover basic tips, tricks and techniques you can apply as you help Senior clients journey through the emotional process of downsizing and figuring out what to do with their stuff!   Karen Shinn is a Move Organizer Extraordinaire and co-founder of Downsizing Diva!. She is a successful Professional Organizer, Certified Senior Advisor and Senior Move Manager.      $45.00

 

Organizing a gluten-free kitchen… a matter of life and death.  Learn why organizing a gluten-free kitchen for someone with celiac disease is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You will learn the basics of the disease and appreciate the need to organize a gluten-free kitchen.  Nadia Chychota has been an organizer living with celiac disease and she uses her experiences to help people transition to an organized gluten-free lifestyle. She has made it her business to help others learn about gluten-free living.  $45.00

 

 

Every successful client relationship starts with a Needs Analysis during the Initial Consultation. This Webinar gives you the core knowledge and skills to accurately assess and create relevant systems and solutions that truly enhance your clients’ lives and environments and to create your customizable needs analysis forms. Certified Professional Organizer®  Debra Milne will teach you simple ways to provide your best service and advice during this crucial moment of client interaction. As a bonus, you will receive presentation handouts as well as customizable and printable needs analysis and other business forms essential to your organizing business.  $45.00

 

 

Office organizing can provide new or experienced Professional Organizers with a higher income stream than residential organizing can. However, if you are going to be an office organizer, you need to know how to do it well, or your reputation and your clients' businesses may suffer. Join Certified Professional Organizer® Debra Milne as she talks about about the latest trends, resources and organizing strategies to further your skills and product offerings in this very lucrative market. This information-packed webinar introduces relevant and essential systems, products and solutions that will drive your income in the small office, home office (SOHO) and corporate markets.  $45.00

 

 

The computer is an excellent organizing tool and yet the last thing clients want to do is buy more software. In this popular webinar, Certified Professional Organizer® Debra Milne takes you through the different ways Microsoft Excel® can be used to create an electronic filing system including electronic filing practices; printing file inventory lists; searching and tracking files; networking an electronic filing system; setting passwords; navigating within an electronic filing system; and potential uses for an electronic filing system.  Each of your clients will have to deal with paper ~ both at home and work. And in most cases, paper will be their number one organizing priority. This session will teach you how to apply basic paper management skills while organizing a residential or business client's filing system and desk.  $45.00