Hiring with Purpose: Stop Hiring Like It’s 1995: Greater Spokane Inc. event will discuss effective recruiting methods in the modern era. 

• Thursday, Aug. 13, 7:30-9:30 a.m.
• Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center – Ponderosa Ballroom, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
• Free

Resume Workshop and Sharpen Your Interview Skills: Idaho Department of Labor event will provide guidance on resume and interview preparation for those entering the job market.

• Thursday, Aug.13, 10-11 a.m.
• Idaho Department of Labor – Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
• Free

Crafting Your Winning Pitch: How-To’s for Developing Your Pitch: Score webinar will teach professionals how to develop a quality pitch.

• Thursday, Aug.13, 10-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Smart Cash Management: Fueling Your Business Forward: Washington Small Business Development Center webinar will instruct business owners on cash flow and financial strategies.

• Thursday, Aug.13, 1-2:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Partners INW Block Party: Partners INW event will include food, music, and connection between the public and community partners. 

• Friday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• 17002 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley
• Free

Interviewing Techniques Workshop: WorkSource Spokane online workshop will coach jobseekers on interviewing techniques and tailoring resumes.

• Friday, Aug.14, 9:30-11 a.m.
• WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane, or online
• Free

Legal Basics for Small Business: Score webinar will teach small business owners compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

• Tuesday, Aug. 18, 8-11 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Speaking That Builds Businesses: Innovation Women webinar will teach women business owners public speaking techniques. 

• Tuesday, Aug. 18, 9-10 a.m.
• Online
• Free

The New Work Life Balance: Creating a Portfolio Life: Score webinar will teach professionals career management and how to build a professional portfolio. 

• Tuesday, Aug. 18, 1-3 p.m.
• Online
• $10

Employers Guide to Workers’ Rights: Washington State Department of Labor and Industries webinar will teach employers workplace rules and requirements under Washington state law. 

• Tuesday, Aug. 18, 1-2:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Coffee & Concepts: Post Falls Chamber of Commerce networking event will connect entrepreneurs for discussion on business ideas, plans, and projects.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
• The Innovation Den, 418 E. Lakeside, Coeur d’Alene
• Free

LaunchNW Community Impact Breakfast: LaunchNW event will connect elected officials, civic leaders, partners, and the Spokane community to discuss the organization’s work.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
• The Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside, Spokane
• Free

Know Your Worker Rights: Washington State Department of Labor and Industries webinar will explain workplace rights and protections for employees.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Cash Flow: Is it really important?: North Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will teach business owners the basics of cash flow management.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 8-9 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Meet the Employers – Hiring Event: WorkSource Spokane networking event will connect jobseekers with employers.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1-2:30 p.m.
• WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane
• Free

Homebuyer Education Seminar: Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners seminar will teach first-time homebuyers the home purchase process and how to obtain financial resources.

• Wednesday, Aug. 19, 5:30-8 p.m.
• Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal, Spokane
• Free, registration is required

Don’t Burn Your Brand: Intellectual Property for Food Businesses: Washington Small Business Development Center webinar will teach business owners about trademarks, patents, and copyrights in the food-service industry.

• Thursday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m.-noon
• Online
• Free

Sales and Pricing for Your Goods and Services: Score webinar will discuss sales strategies for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals. 

• Thursday, Aug. 20, noon-1:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Teams/Team Bonding Professional Development Workshop: The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges online event will instruct professionals on team bonding.

• Thursday, Aug. 20, 1-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free

State Contracting Opportunities & Open House: Washington state Apex Accelerator online event will discuss government contracting for Washington businesses. 

• Thursday, Aug. 20, 3-4 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Becoming A Better Borrower: Score webinar will discuss sources of financing, loan applications, and other types of funding.

• Thursday, Aug. 20, 3:30-5 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Simplifying the Homebuying Process: BECU webinar will discuss key resources needed to buy a home. 

• Thursday, Aug. 20, 6:30-8 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Effective Resumes and Cover Letters Workshop: WorkSource Spokane event will teach jobseekers resume and cover letter techniques.

• Friday, Aug. 21, 9:30-11 a.m.
• WorkSource Spokane, 130 S. Arthur, Spokane, or online
• Free

Youth Business Market: Partnership event with AmpUpSkill, city of Spokane Valley, Walmart, and Action Academy will showcase youth entrepreneurship in a real-world setting. 

• Saturday, Aug. 22, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
• Free

Increase Sales and Profits with Pricing and Distribution Strategies: Score webinar will teach small business owners distribution, channel, and growth strategies. 

• Monday, Aug. 24, 1-3 p.m.
• Online
• $10

Basic Computer Skills and Maximize Your Job Search: Idaho Department of Labor event will provide training on current technology, job applications, and employment documents.

• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 10-11 a.m.
• Idaho Department of Labor – Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton, Post Falls
• Free

Tax Savings Strategies for Small Businesses: Score online workshop will teach small business owners federal tax saving strategies.

• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Visualize Your Success: Strategic Planning Tools: Score webinar will teach business owners comprehensive business, marketing, and product development strategies. 

• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Online
• $10

Communications, Partnerships, and Outreach Group: Washington State Conservation Commission online event will connect professionals in communications, education, and outreach for a monthly discussion.

• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 1:30-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Resume Workshop: Idaho Department of Labor online event will instruct job seekers on creating and tailoring resumes that stand out to employers.

• Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free

From Message to Money: Smart Marketing for Small Business: North Idaho Small Business Development Center webinar will coach small business owners on marketing strategies. 

• Wednesday, Aug. 26, 8:30-10 a.m.
• Online
• Free

Lunch & Learn: Diagnosing (and Ditching) the Workplace Dysfunction That’s Draining: Women in Manufacturing online event will discuss handling workplace conflict.

• Wednesday, Aug. 26, noon-1 p.m.
• Online
• Free

Sharpen Your Interview Skills: Idaho Department of Labor online workshop will instruct jobseekers on interview preparation.

• Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2-3 p.m.
• Online
• Free