Support Small Businesses During Social Isolation
We’re living in a really scary, sad and crazy time right now with coronavirus taking over the world. One of the many, many challenges is how much this is impacting small businesses. As a business coach to solopreneurs and independent professionals, my clients are struggling to figure out what their next move is. Some businesses are on hold completely. Some are shifting their businesses from in-person to online. Some are unable to do any business development because who wants to be pitched right now? Some are trying to figure it all out. Nobody truly knows what to do and we’re all doing the best we possibly can. And I’m doing the best I can to support them.
One of the most amazing things that has come out of this experience thus far is how much people are sharing valuable content to support one another, learn from each other and keep others (and themselves) entertained. Some free, some discounted, and some full price because people simply can’t afford to give things away for free…understandably.
Here’s a list of online resources/classes to check out — it’s a mix of my clients, friends, colleagues, brands I love doing amazing things.
My client, Ashley Feinstein Gerstley of The Fiscal Femme’s setup a slack channel dedicated to women discussing money and financial challenges
My client, Elissa Weinzimmer of Voice Body Connection hosted a webinar on How to Move Things Online.
Beyond My Battle ‘s COVID-19 Battle Kit is a growing resource hub to help you take care, keep calm, and stay sane during this time of uncertainty. You'll find illness and disability relevant articles and podcasts, guided meditations, at-home exercises and live yoga, book clubs, free online classes on everything from philosophy to illustration, live streaming concerts, and lots more.
Join a webinar to learn about Maintaining Entrepreneurial Normalcy in an Abnormal Time (March 24th at 11am EST)
Pilates by Kelly is going virtual. Kelly is offering half-price virtual private sessions. Book yours here.
My client, Joanna Lovering is facilitating a 5-Day Closet Cleanout Challenge through her company Copper+Rise
ReelAbilities Film Festival is the largest festival of its kind dedicated to sharing the lives, stories and artistic expressions of people with different abilities.
For all my fellow natural beauty lovers, Credo Beauty is hosting Instagram classes
The Jewish Book Council has put together a list of authors doing unique things online during this time. They also have a book club if you’re interested in joining one!
My friends at Shine Text put together an incredible site of articles and resources for managing coronavirus anxiety.
Here’s a great exercise to seek clarity in uncertain times thanks my friend Carla Blumenthal
Career Contessa is offering all of their webinars for free. They have the most amazing career advice and resources.
My friend, Ruthie Ackerman is hosting a virtual writing workshop starting April 6th. It’s six weeks on a mix of Monday and Tuesday nights. Email her at ruackerman@gmail.com for more information and to apply.
Writing Class Radio is accepting entries of personal essays to be read on their podcast about people’s experiences with Coronavirus. Check out the guidelines.
IGROWCo created a Facebook group to support parents during this time.