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March 27, 2012
...the Barrington Area Library's subscription to Morningstar (scroll down: alphabetical listing) also provides information and training on database usage, guides on investment topics, and also 10-minute courses on stocks, funds, and portfolios? Log into the Morningstar database, then click on the Help and Education menu option.

Here is how to access the monthly training webinar. Please note you will need internet access and a separate telephone line to attend. Registration in advance is not required.

Morningstar Monthly Session
First Thursday each month at 11am Central Time.
Click here to attend
Dial 800-549-9585. Use conference code 400 519 7

March 24, 2012 - Looking for a fun business book for inspiration over Spring Break? On our shelves now: "Everything I Know About Business I Learned from the Grateful Dead: The Ten Most Innovative Lessons From a Long, Strange Trip"

Click the title or book cover image to place a hold.

March 23, 2012 - Last but not least, here are a few more free webinars that could be helpful for ReferenceUSA users. Register for database training on using maps, finding people and prospects, and more:

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March 21, 2012 - Here is information and a registration link to ReferenceUSA's webinar on using the database for business development.

March 21, 2012 - Another free webinar from ReferenceUSA for those in the job market:

Title: Uncovering the Hidden Job Market: Career Search Strategies using ReferenceUSA

Day/Date: Wednesdays (4 April – 27 June)

Time: choose between 10:00 AM Central (1 Hour) or 2:30 PM Central (1 Hour)

Attendees will learn how to use ReferenceUSA as part of their Career Searching Strategy.  Included will be information on the importance of having accurate information for applications and resumes, creating engaging cover letters, assembling a network of references and referrers, finding key persons at a business to act as mentors, building datasets of potential employers based on skill set, work history and preferences as well as how to prepare for interviews and interactions through thorough research.

Attendees will need an internet connection and a phone line to participate.

To register for any of the session dates, follow the links below:

Uncover the Hidden Job Market (Morning Session)

Uncover the Hidden Job Market (Afternoon Session)

Due to scheduling conflicts, some dates and times may not be available.

March 21, 2012 - Alert for all business users of ReferenceUSA: the database providers will be hosting a series of webinars on searching, job hunting, business development, and map functionality.

If you've never used ReferenceUSA, this is a great time to learn how. If you are a regular user, pick up some new tips!

Click on the link below to register.

Title: Search Essentials: the 4 things you need to know

Day/Date: Fridays (13 April - 29 June)

Time: 11:00 AM Central (1 hour)

Designed for the patron new to using ReferenceUSA; this hour-long session will cover all the basics of getting started with ReferenceUSA.  The training will cover the Four Essentials anyone, particularly anyone new to ReferenceUSA, would want to know in order to be successful using the resource.  This is also a great opportunity for current users to learn some new tips, tricks and techniques.

Lots of time will be reserved at the end of the session for questions.

Attendees will need an internet connection and a phone line to participate.

To register for any of the session dates, follow the link below:

ReferenceUSA Search Essentials

Due to scheduling conflicts, some dates and times may not be available.

March 16, 2012 - The American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB.org) offers some free services for small businesses on their website, including an email tip of the week, job listings, and a list of accounting, bookkeeping, and tax links.

March 15, 2012 - Didn't receive your paper today? Stay on top of Wall Street Journal news with online access from the library. Log in here with your Barrington library card, click the link to "Publications", then click the link to "Wall Street Journal" and finally "View most recent issue". This will pull up the full text of the current day's articles! You can search past issues for specific articles or features as well.

Need help? Contact us and we'll be glad to make sure you have database access!

March 13, 2012 - Full text electronic books available from the Barrington Area Library on a range of business and computer/technology topics.

March 12, 2012 - Links to small business publications from Publications.USA.gov. Most are free, one or two have a small fee for downloading. PDF versions require Adobe Acrobat Reader (free download here) for viewing.

A few of our recommended reads:

Buying a Franchise: A Consumer Guide - Want to start your own business? Find out about the benefits of franchise ownership, the limitations, choosing the best franchise for you, and investigating franchise offerings. (Even more information on franchising opportunities can be found in the booklist on the left side of this page. See "biz books").
How to Write A Business Plan - What you need to know to write a good plan at the start. It can save your business down the line.
Planning and Goal Setting for Small Businesses - Learn about the "Management by Objectives" approach to running a business
Marketing for Small Business: An Overview - An overview of marketing concepts along with an extensive bibliography.