Training & Career Services
Business Development
Jobs In The Trades
Training & Career Services

Training & Career Services
How can you help in my career change? We have assessment tests (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, DiSC Personal Profile System and Strong Interest Inventory), classes (Career & Life Planning for Women and Life Focus workshop), one-to-one counseling, coaching and The Best Place To Start orientation. We have helped literally 1000s of individuals to find a new career or better manage their current career

How is coaching different than career consulting? Coaching is a specialized form of consulting, and coaches have received extensive training in coaching techniques. Coaching is an ongoing, scheduled relationship between client and coach, usually occurring on a weekly basis. It allows for a broad scope approach, which focuses on understanding a client's values, passions and goals. Giving advice is not the main focus like in consulting. It allows for increased accountability. Through coaching a client is able to establish a foundation from which their life decisions will be based and motivation will be obtained.

Do you ever offer your career services to outside organizations? Yes, we do, through our organizational training services division. These services help employees become more motivated, productive, better career managers and ultimately contribute more towards the organizations success.

Do you offer classes on-line? We are starting the process of putting our services on-line to meet the needs of our clients.

Can you get me a job? No, we cannot actually get the job for you. However we can help you learn the process to get a job and effectively manage your career. At the core of this process is a self-assessment. The principle of the self-assessment is that you really need to understand who you are, what you have to offer, what makes you happy and your purpose - before you find the job that is for you.

Business Development
Do you write Business Plans? Yes, there is a fee, you could set an appointment with one of our Business Consultants and they could help you with your Business Plan. We also have Business Plan Workshops every 1st and 3rd Thursday from 11:30-1:00pm.

Do you have grants? No. At this time we do not offer grants, but you can contact your local library reference desk to help you research grant programs, do an Internet search with the keyword "grants". You could also contact your local Neighborhood Development Center, Chamber of Commerce, local Representatives and write to The Sumasil Foundation at P.O. Box 758, Stillwater, MN, 55082.

Do you have business loans? Yes, we offer loans ranging from $200 to $50,000. To obtain a loan you must attend one of The Best Place To Start every 1st and 3rd Thursday for more details or schedule an appointment with one of our Business Consultants.

WomenVenture is an SBA Microloan Intermediary with a variety of loans ranging from $200 to $ 50,000. For further information attend The Best Place To Start every 1st and 3rd Thursday.

What do I need to get a loan? A solid Business Plan with 2 years Cash Flow Projections and attend The Best Place To Start every 1st and 3rd Thursday for more details. We also have a book called The Business Of Small Business with a time proven track to facilitate writing a business plan.

How long does it take to get a loan? Once you have had one of our Business Consultants review all your documentation and everything is ready it could be from 6 to 8 weeks depending on the amount of the loan.

Jobs In The Trades
I want a better paying job! We have the thing for you. We have Cable Installation and Construction 5 week training pre-apprenticeship programs available at no cost for the year 2001. Information Sessions start………(see brochure page 12).

What do I need to register for Construction classes? Must be 18 years old, High School Diploma or GED, drivers license, ability to perform physical work and lift 75lb ladder and attend one of our Information Sessions.

What do I need to register for Cable classes? Must be 18 years old, High School Diploma or GED, drivers license, must pass physical exam and have no fear of heights and attend one of our Information Sessions.

How much do they pay? It depends on the skill level, but entry is approximately $8.75 -$12.50 an hour depending on trade, with a potential for $26.00 per hour after 5 years.

Do you offer job placement? During the 5-week training program you will have Job Leads Day where we have really hot job leads from contacts through WomenVenture, ect. You will also meet potential employers at Job Leads Day.

What kind of training will I receive? Classroom training will includes personal empowerment, harassment and math review. You will also get hands-on experience with tools and materials on a job site. You will gain skills relevant to the trades.

Youth Programs
Is this open to anybody? About half of the GirlVenture day camp spots are open to the public for a fee of $150 and Mother/Daughter sessions are open to the public for $40.00 per pair, per session. As of now, the overall Intergenerational Program track is for mothers and daughters who have applied to be in the long-term Intergenerational Program. Moms must have completed a WomenVenture program or currently enrolled in a program.

How much does it cost? For mother/daughter pairs who are part of the long-term Intergenerational Program, everything is free of charge.