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Cherokee Strip Business Model Competition	The Cherokee Strip Business Model Competition is designed to encourage new and early businesses to grow in Enid and to get a head start through annual awards up to $30,000. The competition is a joint effort for economic development with between Autry Technology Center, Enid Public Schools, Northern Oklahoma College, and Northwestern Oklahoma State University. Open to any concept and/or business less than five years old with plans to grow in the Enid trade area, the competition involves businesses submitting business plans followed by three phases of judging. The competition guidelines are available on the Autry website and the Strate Center for Business Development.
Cherokee Strip Business Model Competition Workshop	Required workshop for clients submitting their business plan in the competition.
Cliftons Strengths Lunch & Learn	Join us for an overview of CliftonStrengths 34. You will receive an access code to complete before the class. CliftonStrengths 34 offers a comprehensive insight into your unique talent profile, derived from your responses to the CliftonStrengths assessment. Upon completion of the online assessment, you will gain access to personalized reports, interactive learning tools, and other valuable resources. These materials not only highlight your natural strengths but also provide tools to develop further and leverage your talents to achieve your fullest potential. By delving deeper into your talents and understanding your full CliftonStrengths profile, you can enhance your performance at work and in various aspects of your life allowing you to pave the way for success.
Coffee & Connections: Small Business Roundtable	Join us every Thursday at 2 PM at DaVinci’s Central in Enid, OK for a welcoming, informal gathering of small business owners, supporters, and aspiring entrepreneurs. This free event is your chance to network, share challenges, and discover solutions with others who understand the journey of small business. Whether you own a business, offer small business support, or are thinking about starting one, you’re invited to pull up a chair, grab a coffee, and connect!
Conversations for Connection	Discover Gallup’s 12 research-backed questions (Q12) that uncover what employees need to feel motivated, valued, and connected at work. This session unpacks each question to show how they can spark meaningful conversations, strengthen teams, and create a positive workplace culture. You’ll leave with practical tools to build trust, improve communication, and boost engagement.
Customer Service and First Impressions That Last	Taught by our Career Development Specialist, students will study tips to overcome the top complaint of industry leaders. This session will cover topics such as answering the phone, the effects of good and bad service, communication, and other ways to make a positive impression that lasts. The course will also briefly review generational differences in the workplace.
Dealing with Difficult People	Based on the works of social psychologists and business consultants, this 3-week workshop offers an opportunity to learn basic reasons that communication difficulties arise and conflict resolution strategies for dealing with those behaviors when they are directed at you. Classroom experiences will help prepare you to use the strategy in the the"real world."
Death by Meeting	Today, we’re diving into Death by Meeting, Patrick Lencioni’s game-changing book on transforming meetings from dull and draining to engaging and productive. If you’ve ever felt like meetings are a waste of time—or worse, a source of frustration—you’re not alone. Lencioni offers a fresh perspective on how to structure meetings to drive real results, using storytelling and practical strategies. Grab your lunch, settle in, and let’s explore how we can make meetings something we actually look forward to!
Developing a Business Plan	Learn the eight parts of a business plan and what to consider when writing one. Create a blueprint or first draft of a business plan. This is a free class to the community.
Digital Body Language	Like our in-person physical body language, digital body language concerns the subtle cues that signal things like your attitude, level of engagement, intentions and expectations. We send these messages by email, text, on the phone or in a video call to name a few of the modes of digital communication. The way in which you communicate digitally says a lot about you. However, digital body language is more difficult to grasp and interpret than physical body language, which inevitably leads to misunderstandings. For effective communication in the workplace, it’s important to learn how to control your own, as well as your team’s digital body language. You can preread the book Digital Body Language by Erica Dhawan although not required. Feel free to bring your lunch to class.
Doing Business with Vance	THIS SESSION IS CURRENTLY FULL - if you would like to be added to the waitlist, fill out this form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-Ig2gRr29kOa4y66Nil4f9FGLBPnbyJIsGXFuDTbRYxUNk1CQkdQT0VUQlVCUzJDR1pGRTNRODM5Sy4u. This one-day seminar provides businesses with the essential knowledge to successfully engage in contracting opportunities with Vance Air Force Base in Enid, Oklahoma. Participants will gain insights into the base’s mission, procurement needs, and federal contracting processes. Key topics include identifying contract opportunities, understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), engaging with Vance, and leveraging small business resources. By the end of the seminar, attendees will have a clear roadmap for pursuing and securing contracts, helping them grow their business while supporting Vance AFB’s operations.
Drafting Your Own Will	Almost everyone can benefit from having a last will and testament. This course will teach you how to make a will. After learning about wills, every student will work with an attorney to make themselves a valid will.
Effective Resume Writing	Under the guidance of our Career Development Specialist, learn how to transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. Join us for a review of industry acknowledged do's and don'ts in resume writing. Students will have an opportunity to sign up for assistance to further develop their resume into a head turning document.
Employee Rights in the Workplace	Understanding your rights as an employee will prepare you for a career. This informative class will cover topics including discrimination, harassment, wages, family medical leave, whistle blower protections, and other employment laws that protect you as an employee. Empower yourself with knowledge to foster a fair and respectful work environment.
EQ at Work: Connect, Lead, Succeed	Success isn’t just what you know—it’s how you connect. In this interactive session, you’ll explore the four pillars of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship skills. Gain practical tools to build trust, communicate effectively, and lead with confidence.

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Business Management & Leadership Not Currently Scheduled