The Fauquier Chamber is a certified partner of Google and the Grow with Google initiative, which is aimed at creating access to training and tools to help people grow their careers and businesses. The Chamber has been recognized as a high-impact partner for its ongoing efforts to support the business community.
As a Google Partner, the Chamber offers training, program materials, and dedicated support. Most importantly, the Chamber has access to Google team members who can answer questions and resolve complicated listings making tools available for our members to succeed in an increasingly digital economy.
The Chamber knows that technology has the power to unlock new opportunities for growth and as a proud partner we are excited to offer training that helps:
- Local business owners build their presence online and find new customers,
- Startups learn how to get their ideas the exposure they need to succeed,
- Job seekers and students learn the skills needed to get the jobs they want in today’s evolving economy,
- Veterans and military families access tools and resources designed to help with the transition to civilian life and to build meaningful careers,
- Teachers get information necessary to prepare their students for today’s jobs, and
- Developers sharpen their current skills and master new ones.
COURSES TO HELP BUILD YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE
Get Your Business on Google Search and Maps
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile.
Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
Make Your Small Business More Accessible
When businesses build digital communications that allow people with disabilities to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with products and services, it expands their market. Implementing accessibility best practices can help businesses grow, and improve the experience for all users.
Make Your Small Business More Accessible
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
Make Your Website Work For You
In this presentation, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user engagement and action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help you to learn way to make your website work for you.
Make Your Website Work For You
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
COURSES TO HELP YOU REACH MORE CUSTOMERS
Learn The Basics Of Google Ads
In this workshop you will learn how to write great ads, reaching more customers and ways to measure the growth of your business with Google Ads.
Learn The Basics Of Google Ads
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
Make Better Business Decisions With Analytics
Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions.
Make Better Business Decisions With Analytics
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
Reach Customers Online With Google
This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization.
Reach Customers Online With Google
Suggested audience: Small businesses
45m: Presentation time
15m: Attendee work time
COURSES FOR JOB SEEKERS & STUDENTS
How to Make Sure Your Ace Your Next Job Interview
This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly, and present your best self to a potential employer. You will learn how to prepare and practice for your interview while remaining cool, calm, and collected.
How to Make Sure Your Ace Your Next Job Interview
Suggested audience: Job Seekers, Students & Educators
40m: Presentation time
20m: Attendee work time
How To Improve Your Resume Using Pratical Strategies
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to help your resume stand out and communicate your strengths by comparing different resume styles and implement four strategies to improve your resume and make it more attractive to hiring managers.
How To Improve Your Resume Using Pratical Strategies
Suggested audience: Job Seekers, Students & Educators
40m: Presentation time
20m: Attendee work time
COURSES FOR EVERYTHING ELSE!