Business Class LIVE is an immersive virtual experience from American Express where you’ll connect with other creative business owners, learn from acclaimed entrepreneurs, and engage with some of the most celebrated business minds of our generation.
When: April 22, 2021 from 1-5pm ET
Register through the link below.
Greenville, SC-based GCCA is currently seeking proposals for Summer Session I from May 31 - July 2 and Summer Session II from July 12 - August 13. Proposals can be submitted for five-week classes; one-, two-, or three-day live workshops; and 60-90 minute virtual workshops.
Deadline: Thursday, March 25 at 5:00 pm.
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) is announcing the second round of emergency relief grants for SC arts organizations and individual artists who can prove lost income because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will be accepted beginning March 8, 2021. Deadline is 03/26/2021
Individual artists currently residing in South Carolina for at least one year may receive up to $500.
The Artwork Archive has compiled a ‘Complete Guide to 2021 Artist Grants & Opportunities’.
Since this extensive list isn’t searchable or sorted by category, we suggest using your browser’s ‘Find’ function to search for relevant opportunities for you and your medium (for example, searching the page for: photography, student, visual art, etc. can help you narrow down the best options for you).
https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/complete-guide-to-2021-artist-grants-opportunities
For anyone who uses the Squarespace platform for their website, here are some basic FAQs about search engine optimization that might help people find your site.
https://www.squarespace.com/blog/improving-seo-on-your-squarespace-website
An excellent guide from Andrew Couldwell on how to self-publish a book. Appropriately titled ‘What we learned writing and self-publishing a book’, this article shares the real life experience of writing, fundraising, editing and handling publicity for your own book.
For those seriously interested in pursuing a self-published book project, Andrew also offers follow up articles about: How to design a book (and an eBook), What you need to know about print-on-demand book publishing, and How do you sell a self-published book online and manage shipping?
A job finding platform (and app) built for creatives, by creatives. Creatively is free for both job seekers and employers. Down the road, they plan to charge for job postings, but not for creatives looking for jobs.
“Our mission is help creatives spotlight their incredible portfolios, connect with one another, and find jobs––full-time, part-time, freelance, and internships. In a world where work is increasingly remote, Creatively is the only job platform built for creatives of all different mediums and skills: animation, graphic designer, photography, branding, illustration, architecture, UX design, product development, CGI, emerging technologies, and more.”
Your creative work is so beautiful, but it only has a voice if you share it effectively. Join Emily Jeffords for a 5-part video course designed to help your creative business grow & thrive. She will take you through what it means to be a creative entrepreneur in 2021, how you can grow your creative practice AND your creative business.
Sometimes good press is all about finding the right person to share your story with. That’s where Amy Flurry’s bi-annual media list is helpful. Author of the book Recipe for Press, Amy and her team compile and share an up-to-date list of contacts at major media outlets twice a year. The latest list includes over 1275 editors and freelance writers and their email contacts and social media links in the areas of Lifestyle, Fashion, Interior Design, Food, and Travel.
If getting press coverage is a 2021 business goal, this Media & Editor List is worth your consideration.
Squarespace’s quick guide to creating a non-profit site covers the basics if you’re launching a new project in the non-profit sector. From prioritizing education to expanding your reach and centering your mission, they share four key considerations as you create the website for your organization.
https://www.squarespace.com/blog/launching-an-effective-nonprofit-site
Spoonflower is currently seeking applicants for their first 2021 cycle of Small Business Grants, awarded to creative makers looking to use custom fabric or wallpaper for their business. Winners receive up to US $1,000 Spoonflower credit. Grant requests will be awarded to up to 10 applicants per cycle and applications are open to businesses worldwide.
Deadline to apply is March 1, 2021
Pictured above is Kate Jacoby of Chelsea & Marbles, a previous Spoonflower Grant recipient.
Join the Clemson Region Small Business Development Centers, Friday, January 8, at Noon as they discuss the aid that's now available and what small businesses need to know.
This free Zoom call will cover key provisions in the New Economic Recovery Act, including updates about the $10,000 EIDL Grant, Payroll Protection, Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, SBA Debt Relief Extension, and important dates to be aware of.
Register ahead of time.
ABC gives an overview of the new Coronavirus Relief Bill and what it means for small businesses.
One quick takeaway from the expanded Payroll Protection Program: “The fresh relief extends the program through March 31, 2021, and also extends eligibilities on what the funds can be used for (such as property damage costs) as well as simplifies the application process for loans under $150,000.”
And “The revised PPP in the second round of legislation has been expanded so that nonprofits and local news organizations are now eligible for the funds.”
A new batch of Making Do Podcast episodes are being released regularly, with helpful advice directly from entrepreneurs about how they’re doing business in 2020.
So far, topics include:
Growth and Values, Hiring Help, Using Email Effectively, and so much more.
Thoughts on the Big Cartel blog about what the 2020 holiday shopping season could have in store for small business owners. Their article addresses specific challenges like filling more online orders, planning for longer shipping times, and the potential for higher return rates.
https://blog.bigcartel.com/what-the-2020-holiday-shopping-season-has-in-store
Faire shares their thoughts about the upcoming retail season and what to expect for 2020.
‘A Digital Festival of Good’, Plywood Presents 2020: Where You Are sessions are now available to watch online. The video series is free and covers topics including shifts, influence, interruption, and more.
The conference took place August 12th-13th, deep diving into social entrepreneurship, re-imagining purpose, and leading through a pivotal moment in time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yETxltYQRs&list=PLescNSRBmQXMAKwQeMyaCo_kDJnPe82PS
Find expert guidance in “Self Made,” a Creative Curriculum video series produced by Squarespace in partnership with CCNYC. Helpful topics include networking, strategy, funding, brand building and more.
Amazon has compiled a helpful library of webinars to empower small business owners to be successful sellers, authors, makers, service professionals, and delivery service providers using the Amazon platform.
You can view and sign up for current webinars, and be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page for access to the entire library of past webinars covering topics like:
Warehousing and Fulfillment
Business to Business Sales
Coronavirus - Managing your Amazon business at this critical time
This new business grant and development program aims to provide a minority- and women-owned business the chance to expand her reach and grow her opportunities. The grant provides a deserving minority, woman-owned business help with expansion, specifically through:
Logo and brand design
Web design and copy
Digital Marketing Optimization
Social content plan
Social graphics templates
Consulting and mentorship with the team
Headshots/product shots as needed
Web expenses for first 6-12 months of business (site hosting, domain name, email account)
Nominate a business for this grant by September 18, 2020