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A Comprehensive Guide to Enhancing Job Placement for Workforce Development Programs
Many individuals participating in Workforce Development programs face barriers such as criminal records, lack of skills, and limited opportunities. Improving their job placement outcomes is essential for their success and reintegration into the workforce. This guide...
A Course I would create on Teachable if I were a Hair Braider.
For those of you who don't know, before I got into Tech, I was a hair braider. I started braiding hair when I was 10 years old, and I began doing it for other people when I turned 12. Since then, I have gained clients through Craigslist, word of mouth, and my Tumblr...
The Wix Starter Guide
Here's a quick guide on how to get started with Wix: Step 1: Sign Up for Wix Visit Wix: Go to the Wix website (www.wix.com). Sign Up: Click on the "Get Started" or "Start Now" button. You'll be prompted to sign up for a Wix account. You can sign up with your email...
Overwhelmed by Tech? Lost in Tech Lingo? Let’s Fix that for you
Just know off the bat that you are not the only one First know that you’re not alone. We have ALL been in this position. No one is born knowing what Infrastructure as a Service is. But the good news is you’re alive in the information era, where all the info you need...
How to Use AI to Build Your Brand Strategy: A Step-by-Step Guide
Developing a strong brand strategy is crucial for communicating your mission and attracting your ideal audience. But putting the pieces together can be challenging. AI tools provide an invaluable resource for crafting compelling brand positioning. Here is a...
5 Invaluable Lessons from Teaching an 8-Week Tech Skills Program
In my recent video on LinkedIn, I shared 5 crucial lessons I have learned during my experience teaching an 8-week program on web design, consulting, and UX using the Google UX Course on Coursera for The Teacher's Bureau with i.c.stars. During this time I learned some...
Bridging the Digital Divide – Empowering Communities with The Teachers Bureau
Challenge: icstars, a Chicago-based youth development organization, aspired to bridge the digital divide within their community. They had two pressing needs: 1. Equip 100 individuals with essential digital literacy skills to enhance their employability. 2. Expand...
Streamlining icstars Donor Data for Smarter Fundraising
Challenge: icstars, a youth development organization, struggled with inaccurate and disorganized donor data in Salesforce. Duplicates, missing information, and inconsistent tagging hampered their ability to track donor types, tailor communication, and maximize...
Boosting Enrollment Through Website Redesign
Overview Community Youth Development Institute (CYDI) is an alternative high school providing educational programs and support for underserved students in the community. CYDI was struggling with decreasing admissions due to a complex online enrollment process. To...
Is your Customer Experience like the dial up service of small businesses?
Remember dial-up internet? Blocky pixels on your TV? Your grandma's rotary phone? That's how your customers feel navigating your clunky website and antiquated online tools. Outdated systems are the enemy of good customer experience. Let’s Fix That. Here's how...