Module 5: Classes, Social Clubs, and Featured Posts
Lesson 1: Classes and Workshops
This lesson focuses on the variety of educational classes and workshops available to members. These sessions cover a wide range of topics and provide valuable learning opportunities for personal and professional growth. Members will also learn how to host their own classes to share their expertise with the community.
Types of Classes and Workshops:
Entrepreneurship: Learn about starting and growing a business, marketing strategies, and business planning.
Finance & Accounting: Understand financial management, budgeting, tax planning, and more.
Real Estate: Gain insights into real estate investment, property management, and industry trends.
Small Business Law: Learn the legal aspects of running a business, including contracts, intellectual property, and compliance.
Marketing & Advertising: Discover effective marketing techniques and digital advertising strategies to grow your business.
How to Participate and Host:
Registering for Workshops: Members can sign up for workshops through the platform, many of which are offered both online and in-person.
Hosting a Workshop: Members with specific expertise can apply to host their own classes or workshops. Entrepreneur members are eligible to host one class per month, while local business members can host two.
Key Takeaways:
Learners will understand how to participate in educational workshops and gain new skills to enhance their professional development.
Learners will know how to host their own workshops, providing an opportunity to share expertise and build visibility within the community.
Lesson 2: Social Clubs and Groups
In this lesson, learners will discover the social clubs and groups available to Network Over 30 members. These clubs provide opportunities for informal networking and personal growth through shared interests and hobbies. Some events are free, while others may have associated fees for participation.
Types of Social Clubs and Groups:
Professional Networking Clubs: Groups focused on building professional connections and supporting each other’s career growth.
Entrepreneur Support Groups: Informal settings where entrepreneurs share challenges, successes, and ideas to help grow their businesses.
Health & Wellness Groups: Clubs focused on fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being, offering activities like group workouts, wellness challenges, and health seminars.
Hobby and Interest-Based Groups: Groups formed around common interests like book clubs, cooking, or sports, providing a fun way to build relationships within the community.
How to Join and Engage:
Joining Clubs: Members can browse available social clubs on the platform and join those that align with their interests.
Participating in Events: Clubs host events such as meetups, group activities, and social outings, allowing members to engage with one another in a relaxed, informal environment.
Key Takeaways:
Learners will explore the variety of social clubs and groups available and understand the value of building personal relationships within the community.
Learners will know how to join and participate in these clubs to strengthen their social and professional networks.
Lesson 3: Featured Blog and Social Media Posts
This lesson teaches members how to promote their achievements and business milestones through featured blog posts and social media promotions. The Network Over 30 blog and social media pages provide a platform to highlight member successes, build brand awareness, and engage with a wider audience.
Blog and Social Media Features:
Featured Blog Posts: Members can be highlighted in the community blog to showcase personal achievements, business successes, or significant milestones. Local Business members are eligible for one annual featured blog post, offering them a valuable opportunity to promote their business.
Social Media Promotions: Network Over 30’s social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) feature member accomplishments, event highlights, and community announcements. Members can use these platforms to increase visibility and engage with the broader community.
How to Get Featured:
Submitting for a Blog Post: Members interested in being featured on the blog can contact their Membership Director to submit information about their business or achievement.
Social Media Engagement: Members can engage with the community on social media by tagging @networkover30 in their posts or reaching out to the Membership Director to arrange a feature.
Key Takeaways:
Learners will know how to leverage the blog and social media channels to promote their business or personal achievements within the community.
Learners will understand the process for submitting content to be featured, maximizing their visibility in the Network Over 30 community.
