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In this course, you will learn how to prepare for a negotiation. Topics covered include: the interests of both parties, emotions and biases, defining and ranking the elements of the negotiation, determining both parties’ BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement), reserve price, strategically making concessions and sharing information, and...

If selling is your least favorite activity, your business is probably not reaching its full potential.  Understanding what your business has to offer, developing a vocabulary to describe your work, and learning how your creations or services can fill the needs of potential clients will cast selling in a whole new light. Learn how to ask for the...

Every life holds many tales. Whether your life is wildly unconventional or relatively normal, there’s bound to be something fascinating about it. That’s why the contemporary memoir—everyday people telling their stories—has become such a popular phenomenon. A memoir covers an aspect of a life, whether it’s a short piece about, say, a bicycle...

Feature articles are the human side of journalism—pieces that go beyond the facts, exploring the world in a personal and compelling way. Such articles can examine virtually any topic, from the latest news to the newest trends to profiles of interesting people. And they can even grow into narrative nonfiction books. To succeed at features, you need...

The quiet magic of Goodnight Moon grows into the zaniness of Dr. Seuss and widens into the dazzlement of Harry Potter then matures into the straight talk of Judy Blume and the gritty reality of The Outsiders. Such is the amazing journey children take through books. These stories are a treasured part of childhood and they linger for a lifetime. To...

This class will teach you concrete skills that will help you become a better sketch comedy writer. You will learn how to develop your ideas, clarify your premise, create characters, and understand what makes a good sketch work. The class will consist of lectures, writing assignments, and focused and fun workshops each week. This class is of 8 weeks...

What do you think about X or Y or Z? And how have your life experiences informed your views on these topics? That’s the essence of a personal essay: viewpoints filtered through the lens of your personal experience. Any topic goes, from the ridiculous to the sublime. Unlike the stiff essays you may have written in school, these should feel personal,...

This course is for individuals that want a real estate license and/ or knowledge of the real estate industry. The 75-hour Real Estate Agent License course is required by NYS to become a Licensed Real Estate Agent. All real estate agents, real estate brokers, and associate brokers must begin their career with this course.  Students shall learn...

Do you find it hard to get yourself in a chair to write for a good stretch of time? If so, you’re not alone. That’s the beauty of Just Write. You gather with a group of writers once a week for three hours and you…just write. You work on a project of your choosing, which can be any type of writing—novel, script, memoir, stand-up routine, etc....

Google Analytics is a free tool that empowers you to measure what people are doing on your website or app. In this class, you’ll learn how to use Google Analytics to get real insights into your website’s visitors, their behavior and any patterns and trends. Starting with you an exercise to identify what data matters most to your business, you will...

Great startups often come from founders who had their idea while working a separate job. In this class, you’ll develop a clear, 30-day roadmap to evaluate your potential startup idea without quitting your job. Along the way, you’ll learn how to drastically mitigate the risks involved in pursuing your idea and put yourself in the best possible position...

Starting a business requires clear conceptions about your product or service, and about yourself. Examine your strengths, weaknesses, desires, and definition of success in order to develop a business description that will guide you through the planning process. Find the perfect name for your business; learn how to obtain licenses, permits, and tax...

Make the most of your professional opportunities with Pace University’s Paralegal Certificate Program! This nationally acclaimed program was designed by paralegals for paralegals with input from judges and attorneys across the country. This hands-on program distinguishes itself by its focus on real world skill sets most in demand by law firms and...

Customer Service is an organization’s ability to supply its customers’ wants and needs. Improved Customer Service is constantly and consistently exceeding the customers’ expectations. This class is for service industry professionals who want to maximize their efficiency, develop better customer skills, and increase their value. The focus of...

In 8 hours or less, you’ll be certified. 5.5 hours of instruction. (8 hours in TOTAL) 30-minute lunch break. (BYO) 2 hours are allocated for the exam. It may take you less time. Includes FREE Course Study Book, Downloadable PDF File (normally $89.99! Great Value!) All are welcome. Note: Students are required to bring a working laptop or tablet....