$Monetize$ Websites, Blogs, and Social Media with Affiliate Marketing Earn a passive monthly income from selling other people’s products by placing a merchant-provided advertisement link on your site and get a commission for every sale, click or lead. Learn where to find 1000+ free and low cost opportunities and how to avoid scams or links that won't offer a beneficial ROI (return on investment). Learn how to find high, recurring, and second-tier commissions. You'll also learn SEO secrets to increase your site's ranking and visibility on search engines like Google. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

50 $Money$ Making Side Hustles for Teens Hey, Teen! What's the fastest way to make money as a teenager? The answer is a side hustle. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait till you're over a certain age to earn $$ with side hustles that can easily fit into your teen life — between all the classes, chill sessions, and extracurricular activities. And, most of these side hustles don’t require you to study more, won’t interfere with your social life, and can help you hit any financial goal — maybe even get that car! You’ll leave class loaded with information about how to fill out any legal forms to get the business started, and details about 50 profitable side hustle ideas to get you going fast. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructors include a guest teen entrepreneur, and a longtime instructor LeeAnne Krusemark who is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Be a Better Writer: 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Writing Now! We write everyday: emails, social media posts, work projects, and even non-fiction or creative writing. Improving is just a matter of knowing some simple tricks to make your writing more impactful and readable, and may help get you a promotion at work or avoid rejection from a publisher. In this hands-on session, there will be writing/editing examples and exercises so you can see in real time how to make sentences flow properly while still maintaining reader interest, and you will leave with a workbook full of writing tips and tricks, which is included in the class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Beginner Spanish Boost (Adult Live Virtual) Kickstart your Spanish journey with this engaging summer course, perfect for beginners! Designed for those with little to no experience, you'll learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical phrases for everyday conversations. Through group discussions and break out conversation practices, you'll build confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. Our experienced instructors will guide you in every step of the way, setting you up for continued success. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills to keep learning and speaking with confidence. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition.

Beginner's Guide to Getting Published If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight submit manuscripts the correct way find the right publisher for your work write irresistible query letters determine when and how to get an agent 100 ways to make money as a freelance writer If you really want to succeed, this step-by-step workshop is a must! Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Beginner’s Guide to Using FREE ChatGPT (AI) for Writers ChatGPT (AI) is here to stay and is the future for writers and content creators. Don’t be left behind! No prior AI experience required. Do you want to learn how to incorporate the power of cutting-edge technology to gain ideas and inspiration, write web content, articles, and even novels or scripts? In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll learn how to: register for a FREE ChatGPT account input effective writing prompts to avoid nonsense responses build creative content, from stories to marketing copy determine its capabilities and limitations understand ethical/legal considerations using ChatGPT There’s no doubt ChatGPT and similar AI systems will force the job market to evolve. It’s crucial for everyone to adapt, learn new skills, and be open to working in collaboration with AI, so start building your expertise in the world of ChatGPT now! The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Book Marketing Bootcamp: Promote Like a Pro Without a Publicist Self-published or indie authors—this high-impact session gives you the insider playbook for marketing on a budget. Explore the fastest, smartest ways to grow your author platform, engage readers, leverage social media, organize book launches/signings, run ads, secure reviews, and other proven tactics to turn your book into a must-read and keep sales climbing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Are you tired of spending hours trying to create graphics for your business, only to feel frustrated with the results in Canva? Learn how to design professional-looking social media posts, flyers, and marketing materials using only the free version of Canva with no design experience required. You'll learn the exact tools, shortcuts, and strategies that make creating beautiful visuals quick and stress-free. By the end of this session, you'll have the skills and confidence to create graphics that attract customers and make your business look polished and professional. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and crafters! This online interactive class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva to bring your creative projects to life. You'll learn to design and create everything from custom greeting cards and party invitations to printable wall art, gift tags, and personalized crafts. Whether you're working from scratch or customizing templates, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to turn your ideas into beautiful, print-ready projects. Leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva for all your creative crafting needs. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This intensive one-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and lesser-known tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. Zoom link will be given in confirmation.

Take your Canva skills to the next level with advanced techniques and hidden features that will streamline your design workflow. This intensive one-hour workshop is perfect for users already familiar with Canva basics who want to discover time-saving shortcuts, professional design hacks, and lesser-known tools that make creating stunning graphics effortless. Leave with insider tips that will transform how you approach design projects and cut your creation time in half. Note: This class fee is $49 per student, and includes a comprehensive PDF workbook Zoom link will be given in confirmation.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock a world of creative possibilities with Canva, the ideal digital tool for beginners and novices! This class will teach you how to harness the power of Canva, the easiest design website available, all for free. You'll learn to create stunning designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. Whether it's online documents, business cards, email signatures, or more, you'll leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively. A zoom link will be included in the course confirmation email.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Unlock the full potential of ChatGPT in this dynamic one-hour masterclass designed for users ready to move beyond the basics. You'll discover advanced prompting techniques like system instructions, multi-shot examples, and chain-of-thought reasoning to get dramatically better results. Learn insider strategies for customizing outputs, managing context, and leveraging ChatGPT for complex tasks including analysis, creative projects, and professional workflows. Walk away with expert-level techniques to transform ChatGPT into a true powerhouse for your specific needs. Zoom link shared in confirmation email.

Content Creation for Cash: Social Media Writing that Works Harness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand—one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Cooking Up Spanish: A Taste of Spanish Through Food (Adult Live Virtual) Spice up your Spanish skills in this fun and interactive class centered around food and cooking! You’ll build practical vocabulary and conversational confidence through learning food and drink vocabulary and practicing kitchen conversations to following recipes and cooking together. Along the way, discover traditional Hispanic dishes and the rich culinary culture behind them. Perfect for food lovers looking to bring flavor to their Spanish. Open to new and previous Spanish conversation participants. While the class is open to all levels, basic Spanish skills will be helpful. Online portal resources and practice tools included with tuition.

Create Your Own Merch (Design, Sell, and Ship Like a CEO) Have a great idea for a T-shirt, sticker, or hoodie? Turn your creativity into cash! In this class, you’ll learn how to design your own merch that people actually want to buy, set up an online shop, and ship your stuff like a pro. You’ll learn the ins and outs of branding, marketing, and a taste of what it’s like to run your own business—CEO style. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, an award winning business owner, has been helping teen entrepreneurs succeed for years. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Creative Writing 101: A Beginner’s Guide You don’t need a degree in creative writing to be an exceptional writer and get paid for it! Anyone with a passion for writing can learn and develop their fiction and non-fiction writing skills. Whether you’re writing from your own life experience, creating new worlds, or informing readers about important information, this class will teach you about the different forms of creative writing, the top 10 creative writing tips for beginners, as well as how to brainstorm for new creative writing ideas, bring your words to life with engaging descriptions, develop your own writing style, and how to get paid for your creative writing. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Dream Big (Your Path from Teen Writer to Published Author) Got a story inside you waiting to be told? Teens writing for teens is a hot market! Whether you dream of writing books, screenplays, or stories that go viral, you’ll discover how to develop your unique writing voice, turn your ideas into powerful stories, and learn the real steps writers take to get published. Perfect for aspiring authors, you’ll gain confidence and insider tips to start your career as a writer who’s ready to dream—and achieve—big. The instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, an author and editor, and nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education, has been assisting teen writers get published for years. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Nickie Welsh - Social Club Simple Description: Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms.

Unlock the full potential of Google Sheets and gain skills that will benefit you for a lifetime! Whether you're using it for work or personal projects, this comprehensive class will transform you from a novice into an expert. You'll master the essential functions of Google Sheets, including entering, organizing, refining, analyzing, and visualizing data. Join us to build a solid foundation in Google Sheets and enhance your productivity and data management capabilities. Zoom link will be given in confirmation.

Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you’ll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about VENMO in the news! Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security. Zoom link will be given in confirmation.

How to Make Money on Social Media (Without Being Famous) Think you need millions of followers to cash in on social media? Think again. In this power-packed session, teens will discover how to turn their social media savvy into real money—no fame required. Learn insider strategies for building authentic engagement, creating content that sells, and tapping into brand partnerships and side hustles that fit your style and schedule. Whether you’re dreaming of your first paycheck or a side income, this class gives you the tools to start earning NOW, using the platforms you already love. Get ready to unlock your social media potential and make money on your terms! You’ll get awesome handouts to keep and use later—all included in the class fee. Your instructor, LeeAnne Krusemark, is a total pro: she’s led a Chamber of Commerce, writes and edits books, and teaches publishing classes across the country (yep, even at Harvard Adult Ed!). We’ll send you all the login info the day before, so you’re ready to jump right in.