Alicia launched her own marketing, event-planning and fund-raising firm in the fall of 2009. She believes that the bad economy works in her favor, supplying her with a lot of talented people who might be out of work, and therefore more inclined to accept contract work. Alica had to cut back and make some lifestyle changes in order to follow her passion.
Alicia says: ‘I think fear held me back for a long time.’ | • Watch Video
New jobs are needed for economic recovery, and many of those new jobs may be created by small businesses. We’ll meet a small business owner creating new jobs in New York and examine the growth of new jobs from small businesses with Bill Brigham of SUNY-Albany’s Small Business Development Center. Also, learn to avoid scams with the Better Business Bureau and the Consumer Protection Board.
We introduce you to a woman who started her own business in the midst of a bad economy. Also, we explore employment strategies for aging individuals and age discrimination, as well as how to deal with downsizing constructively. Plus, we’ll delve into the importance of nurturing a positive, passionate corporate culture, and what small businesses can learn from the strategies of larger companies.
We’ll explore the journey of a New Yorker who is trying to turn his lack of success in the Internet dating scene into a successful new venture that is creating new contract work in our region. Also, we’ll offer some tips on starting one’s own business in a tough economy. In addition, we look at why hiring disabled workers can give some businesses a competitive advantage.
Meet an area business owner who took his last $350 and turned it into a multimillion dollar company. We’ll also introduce you to some entrepreneurs who haven’t let disabilities stand in their way. Plus, State Department of Labor Commissioner Colleen Gardner discusses tax credits for businesses that hire those who have been out of work. Also, we take a look at the benefits of attending job fairs.
We introduce you to the CEO of a consulting group with a passion for helping companies move their corporate culture into the 21st century. In addition, we’re joined by the owner of an Upstate New York creative marketing agency who offers advice on pursuing one’s interests. We also take a look at some encouraging economic trends in New York. Lastly, we explore labor law with attorney Ron Dunn.
BizKids is a television series from Rochester PBS station WXXI that teaches kids about money and business. You can find your local broadcast times via the Biz Kids website. WXXI also offers a virtual financial literacy workshop for the parents of young children.
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After a divorce and bankruptcy, Maureen began listening to her entrepreneurial urge and decided to start a new business, baking pies out of her kitchen. Her business has grown, and Maureen is now selling tens of thousands of pies each month. Along the way, she has created several contract jobs for other workers that wouldn’t exist had she not founded her new business.
Maureen says: ‘[When] you put yourself out there, people are attracted to your message.’ | • Watch Video
Shefik is a web programmer from Brooklyn who was laid off at TIME Magazine and TIME.com. Even with skills that are tailor-made for the digital age, Shefik finds himself hustling around New York City looking for a new job.
As he does so, he is also using much of his new-found free time to develop his own business.
Shefik says: ‘There are a lot of [web jobs] out there, but it’s just about maintaining that integrity of what I want to do.’ | • Watch Video
Wayne built a multimillion dollar company starting with just $350. After losing his job as a photographer in 2004, he decided to market his own nasal spray headache cure. Now, he’s hoping to embark on a similar business venture with skin care products. Wayne says business loans are hard to come by for small businesses, even those that are successful.
Wayne says: ‘Small businesses create 60 percent of the jobs in this country. Without small business, you’re never going to bounce back.’ | • Watch Video
Whether you want to start a second career, gain workforce training or are looking for a customized answer to your business’ needs, the Workforce Development Institute at Hudson Valley Community College has a solution for you.
CNY Works is a local, not-for-profit organization focusing on Central New York which brings businesses, job seekers and training providers together with the goal of providing skilled workers for every business and employment for every job seeker.
