LaidOffCamp LA is This Friday! - May 1, 2009

[Douglas E. Welch]

Hello all,

Here is the information I received from the organizer of LaidOffCamp. It thought it might be of interest to quite a few of you.

Douglas

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Looking for a job? Have your own business? LaidOffCamp is a day-long unconference for anyone who doesn't have the benefits (health insurance, salary, co-workers) of a full time job in the metro LA area who want to share ideas and learn from each other. 

LaidOffCamp Los Angeles

Friday, May 1st, 1-6pm

Blankspaces

5405 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90036

RSVP: http://laidoffcampla.eventbrite.com

The format features an open, participatory discussion forum designed to educate, empower, and connect community members. Panels, workshops, and discussions will include topics such as:

 * Building your personal brand

 * Transitioning to a new industry

 * Legal & accounting demands of launching a new business

 * Finding affordable health insurance

 * Alternative working spaces

 * Alternative income sources

 * How to become a freelancer

More info about LaidOffCamp: http://laidoffcamp.com 

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