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Register for 2021 STRIVE Core Training Cohort 4

Urban League’s STRIVE CORE Training is an attitudinal and workplace readiness course designed to change an individual’s attitude towards authority, culture, and peers, enabling them to succeed in further skills training or education programs as well as the workplace. The training is conducted in a work-simulated fashion over a four-week period, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p. m. Upon successful completion and contingent upon the availability of funding, individuals are connected to Urban League’s Career Pathways Program to further equip them for success with in-demand industry-based skills training that will lead to an industry recognized credential. Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/strive-core-training/

Regions Bank Financial Wellness, Session 2: Wise Use of Credit + Your Credit Report

Using credit may be inevitable in this day and age, but how many of us use it to our greatest advantage? It is possible to use credit wisely in order to maintain a good credit score, but often it’s the being wise with credit decision making that trips us up. Learn how to use your credit wisely by knowing what it is, why it is important, and gaining an extensive knowledge of credit terms, types of loans, and details that can affect the overall health of your credit report. During this session, participants will learn tips for establishing and maintaining healthy credit. This session will also provide insight into what is included on a credit report, how to obtain and what identifying information may be found in one. This workshop will answer these big questions: - Why is credit so important? - What are the basic credit terms and types of loans? - What is a credit report and how is it used? - How does your credit report affect your finances? - How can you maintain or improve your credit score? - What are some helpful tips to help you avoid credit repair scams? During this session, a Regions […]

LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification

Please register for "LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification" by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3358646696740385292. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For small, woman-owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses seeking government contracts and understanding the basics of how local, state and federal agencies procure products and services are critical. Understanding the bidding, award, performance, and contract management processes that support government procurement activities can be a game-changer and time-saver for your business. During this session, small business owners will obtain key information on the procurement processes of local, state, and federal government agencies and insights on how to best position the business for successful bids and subsequent awards. There is no cost to attend this informational webinar, however, you must be registered for the webinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3358646696740385292. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.