Spaceworks Tacoma

Building from your Why
2023-08-24 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual/Zoom
We welcome Jonathan Reed, a long time Spaceworks preferred provider, to present on the power of Why.
Jonathan Reed owner of Global Identity Consulting will walk us through:

The importance of your Why
Key questions to ask when analyzing your idea to match your Why
Analyze your current Mission Statement
Communicating your Why
The importance of a mastermind group and good council

More about Global Identity Consulting:
Global Identity Consulting GIC is dedicated to developing and enhancing businesses, through strategies and analyses that are consistent with their identity. At all stages of business development, there are numerous opportunities for a business to forget ‘who they are and their purpose in society. Global Identity Consulting utilizes methods to establish, or remind a company of it’s uniqueness in the marketplace. Once this foundation is solidified, analysis of operations, financials, structures, and marketing are conducted, in order to seamlessly flow through the interface of the foundation of your company- making it a solid competitor in the market.
Register for this event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUocuispzotGtLwyNGeDtuWEWm-esMsNAwB

Own Your Awkward: Embrace Authenticity for Work-Life Balance
2023-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, 950 Pacific Ave, Suite 300, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Welcome to the “Own Your Awkward: Embrace Authenticity for Work-Life Balance” workshop by Andy Vargo! As solo entrepreneurs, we often struggle with finding balance and feeling torn between our business and personal responsibilities. But what if we told you that the key to a fulfilling work-life balance lies in embracing your unique authenticity? In this transformative workshop, we’ll explore practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you navigate the dance between work and personal life. Get ready to rediscover your passion, set boundaries, and create a business and life that aligns with who you truly are.
Let’s “Own Your Awkward” and rewrite the rules of entrepreneurship together!
Register here for the event.

May Workshop: SEO 101
2023-06-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual/Zoom
*Date change to June 1st from May 27th
Join Andrew Bacon, Founder and CEO of Northern Pacific Digital and Spaceworks Alum, for a high level overview of SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
Focusing on three main areas: on-site SEO, off-site SEO, and technical SEO. You will learn some basics about how each of these different characteristics of your web properties are viewed and analyzed by search engines, how they determine where your website ranks on SERPs (Search Engine Results Pages), and learn about the role of an SEO consultant and what they can do for you.
This is a virtual workshop, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsfuitqTIoHNAlTM4vL80J6zZ7JIoRuQT5

The 4 Hats of Artists in Business
2023-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Court House Square, 1102 A St, Tacoma, 98402
All. The Hats. Know Them and Wear Them with Style. Creative entrepreneurs have to wear a lot of hats. It is important to step back and see the bigger picture of your business so you can make the best decisions. In this workshop, we’ll examine the roles, strategies, challenges and goals of each of the 4 hats every artist in business should be aware of to create a successful business. We’ll assess your business in each area, and identify the challenges and opportunities for growth for each part of your business – creation, leadership, operations, and promotions.
Bio: Shannon Borg is an artist, writer, and certified life coach who helps creative entrepreneurs master their business and transform their mindset so they can confidently share their gifts with the world and create sustainable businesses.
Her podcast, The Metaphor Mindset Podcast, offers practical ways to walk the creative path, along with new ways of thinking about the artful life.
She builds Squarespace websites, and offers one-on-one business coaching through her online program, Metaphor Mindset Studio, which includes trainings such as the 4 Hats of Artists in Business, Artist’s Media Kit MasterClass, Build Your Art Website on Squarespace, Evolve Your Creative Process, and How to Create a Vision for your Art & Business. Visit her at www.shannonborg.com.

REGISTER HERE: https://shannonborg-discovery.as.me/4-hats

Elephant in the Room- Racial Equity Conversations for the Workplace
2023-04-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Obscura Teahouse, 1308 MLK Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Spaceworks Alum Christina Vega with Blue Cactus Press brings us together with author and owner of Rebel Firm, Philip Jacobs. Philip will lead a discussion around his new book Elephant in the Room: A business parable about race and equity conversations in the workplace.

Bio: Philip “Sharp Skills” Jacobs inspires and motivates organizations, large and small, to push past their comfort zones in conversations about race, and gives them effective strategies and tools to advance racial equity in their workplaces. He was instrumental in getting people and organizations to “talk about race” before that concept became popular (after the murder of George Floyd). Philip is the author of Elephant in the Room: A business parable about race and equity conversations in the workplace. He is an Inglewood, CA native who now lives in Tacoma, WA.

The Psychology of Merchandising: Tips for Your Market-Based Business
2023-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual/Zoom
Synopsis: We all know that you only get one first impression – but have you considered that it goes for your market booth as well as you as an individual? Customers are constantly making decisions about how, when, and who to shop from. Make sure your booth is prepared for the upcoming market season by learning how to draw customers in, get them shopping, and increase your profit.
Presenter Bio: Meredith Russell is a local business owner who got her start at the Lakewood Farmer’s Market. She’s always been interested in psychology, business, and art, keeping both sides of her brain busy. Meredith is passionate about helping other small business owners, makers, and artists grow and thrive. Learn more about Meredith and how to work with her at craft-theory.com.

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdeyorD0vGNWcJxk6GcoQxHuFhVA1Opk7
