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Though Brooklyn Public Library has temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 virus, the Business & Career Center is making resources and services available remotely.

We know job loss is a reality for many people right now. If you are looking for work, a good resume can make a difference. Our staff is pleased to offer virtual Resume & Career Help. Find out more here.

Starting a business, looking for work, or do you want to take control of your finances? We’ve put together Subject Guides that connect you to practical information and reliable data - including this list of Economic Resources to Help Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis. Scroll down to view other curated guides.

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Subject Guides

Our curated Subject Guides will:

> Help you search for a new job or navigate the educational financial aid process

> Guide you through our financial planning and investing resources, and

> Explain how to do market research and start your new business.

Economic Resources to Help Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis

Jobs & Education Information

Personal Finance & Investing

Small Business & Entrepreneurship

Events & Classes

JUN

WE Master Resiliency: How Do I Ensure My PPP Loan Is Forgiven?11:00 am, Virtual

JUN

Mind Your Business: What Entrepreneurs Should Know About Entities and Contracts12:00 pm, Virtual

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Job Interviews: Making the Best Impression, Especially Now2:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

Первый шаг к началу бизнеса /First Step to Starting a BusinessCancelled
6:00 pm, Sheepshead Bay Library

JUN

SimplyAnalytics 1013:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

Become Certified As a Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE)Cancelled
5:00 pm, Bedford Library, Auditorium

JUN

Human Resources for Small Businesses5:30 pm, Virtual

JUN

BKLYN Investment League 6:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

What Do I Do Now? BPL Resources to Help You Make Your Next Move2:00 pm, Virtual

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Signing a Commercial Lease: What You Need to Know5:00 pm, Virtual

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Business pitches, marketing plans, and product development6:30 pm, Virtual

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Small Business Support with BPL Online Resources6:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

First Step to Starting a Business (Webinar)1:30 pm, Virtual

JUN

Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs6:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

Grow your Business with YouTube6:00 pm, Virtual

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Marketing de Medios Sociales5:30 pm, Virtual

JUN

Intellectual Property Strategy: What Every Entrepreneur Should Know About IP5:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

Mind Your Business: What Entrepreneurs Should Know About Entities and Contracts12:00 pm, Virtual

JUN

SimplyAnalytics 1023:00 pm, Virtual

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Connect with Customers and Manage your Business Remotely6:00 pm, Virtual

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