Digital Skills for Business Success
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Enhance your tech skills with our Digital Literacy resources, offering tutorials and guides on digital marketing, cybersecurity, and essential business tools.
Our Favorite digital Videos
Hidden digital Gems
OPEN AI ACADEMY
Offers free training, tools, and artificial intelligence resources to help small businesses and nonprofits grow their AI skills.
Microsoft Learn
Provides free courses on digital literacy, AI, and cybersecurity tailored for small business needs.
IBM Training
Features courses from top universities on AI, digital marketing, and cybersecurity specifically for businesses.
National Cyber Security Alliance
NCSA provides resources and tips for small businesses to protect against cyber threats.
Digital Garage by Google
Provides free online courses on digital marketing, AI, and cybersecurity to enhance digital literacy.
HubSpot Academy
Free courses on digital marketing, sales, and customer service to enhance business digital skills.
From Our Digital Library
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"AI for Small Business" by Phil Pallen
This book breaks down AI and automation in plain language for non-technical founders. It focuses on marketing, operations, and customer experience without pushing tools that require engineering teams.
Best for: Service businesses, solo founders, and small teams trying to use AI responsibly.
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"The Digital Transformation Playbook" by David L. Rogers
This is a strategy-first book. It helps business owners understand platforms, data, and customer networks before touching technology. Still one of the most practical guides to digital thinking.
Best for: Owners making long-term decisions, not chasing trends.
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"Smart Brevity" by Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, Roy Schwartz
Digital literacy is also communication literacy. This book teaches how to write and communicate clearly in digital environments. Useful for emails, websites, and internal docs.
Best for: Founders overwhelmed by noise and information overload.
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"The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives" by Matthew K. Sharp, Kyriakos Lambros
Explains cybersecurity as a leadership and culture issue, not an IT problem. Very accessible for non-technical executives.
Best for: Founders building teams and policies, not just tools.
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"AI for Good: Applications in Sustainability, Humanitarian Action, and Health" by Juan M. Lavista Ferres, William B. Weeks , Brad Smith
Shows how AI can be applied to real-world problems like health, education, and sustainability. Not fluffy. Real cases.
Best for: Mission-driven businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises.
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"Read Write Own: Building the Next Era of the Internet" by Chris Dixon
This is one of the clearest explanations of Web 3.0 written for business leaders. It explains blockchains, decentralization, and ownership without assuming crypto knowledge.
Best for: Founders, nonprofit leaders, and mission-driven organizations.
What We Are Listening (podcasts)
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AI in Business
Host: Daniel Faggella
Overview: This podcast focuses on how AI is transforming various industries and offers insights into AI applications in business. It features interviews with AI experts, business leaders, and data scientists.
Why Listen: Entrepreneurs can gain practical knowledge on implementing AI strategies in their businesses and stay updated on the latest AI trends.
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Darknet Diaries
Host: Jack Rhysider
Overview: This podcast dives into the world of hacking, data breaches, and cybersecurity threats. It shares real-life stories and interviews with experts in the field.
Why Listen: Entrepreneurs can learn about cybersecurity threats and strategies to protect their businesses from cyber-attacks.
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Women in Tech
Host: Espree Devora
Overview: This podcast features inspiring stories of women in technology, covering their journeys, challenges, and successes. It includes discussions on various tech topics, including AI, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship.
Why Listen: Entrepreneurs can learn from the experiences of successful women in tech and gain inspiration and practical advice for their own ventures.
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MarTech
Host: Benjamin Shapiro
Overview: This podcast explores the intersection of marketing and technology, featuring interviews with industry leaders on topics like marketing automation, data analytics, and AI in marketing. It aims to help marketers understand and utilize the latest technology tools and trends.
Why Listen: Entrepreneurs can learn how to leverage technology to optimize their marketing strategies and stay ahead of industry trends.
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Perpetual Traffic
Hosts: Ralph Burns and Kasim Aslam
Overview: Focused on digital and product marketing, this podcast discusses strategies for generating traffic, converting leads, and maximizing ROI using digital tools. It covers topics like Google Ads, Facebook marketing, and the impact of AI on marketing.
Why Listen: Provides practical tips on utilizing digital marketing tools and technologies to drive business growth.
Our Favorite TEDx Talks
TOOLS & RESOURCES
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Your gateway to cyber security skills and careers.
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Through programs like Small Business Digital Ready, Verizon is committed to providing them with the tools, resources and funding they need to dream big.
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Offers interactive courses on coding, web development, and data science, which are essential skills for digital literacy.
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Offers a variety of free courses and resources on starting and managing a business, including marketing and financial management.
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