Business

Do you have an idea but do not know where to start? Do you want to build something but are not sure what tools and materials would work best? This is a workshop for people who want to become systematically original and creative in their making. Using design thinking, prototyping, project management, and testing, we will cover the process of making. Participants should bring a laptop or pen and paper as they will develop a plan for completing a project they have started or a project that only exists in their imagination. Let’s make a plan to get your project done!

Have a great idea for a new product or service? Think it might bring you fame, glory, admiration…and oh yeah…a ton of money? Starting a new business is not quick or easy, but it is entirely doable. And every year, many thousands of people do just that: follow their dream to start a new business. This class outlines the things you need to think about when you decide to launch your dream. From basic things like choosing the type of legal entity you will be, to marketing, production and quality considerations, this class will cover the topics you should consider when making this important decision.

Instructions are everywhere, and not just those directions to assemble that piece of furniture. Recipes, garden layouts, party invites, travel checklists, how to get to that Airbnb, and even business plans are all instructions. That new product you are making requires instructions. Unfortunately, many of these instructions are not very good, or could even be dangerous. Writing good instructions is not that hard. There’s a simple, time-tested process for producing readable, usable instructions. This class will take you through that process, one logical step at a time. If you have instructions from products that you’ve bought, bring them to class and we’ll discuss them…particularly instructions that you found confusing.