Core Curriculum for Small Businesses by Martin Brossman & Associates, LLC
2026 – Listing of the top Small Business Training
offered by Martin Brossman & Associates, LLC
What people say about working with Martin Brossman & Associates LLC
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“You will never be bored the minute you meet Martin Brossman and if you attend
one of his (live) training sessions, you will be knocked off your chair!
There is enough energy and synergy in his classes to light Raleigh up for a week. You will finish his sessions roaring and anxious to try his techniques on your project or business, impatiently awaiting the magic to happen in the social ecosystem.
If you want to be plugged into the 21st Century, Martin Brossman is your conduit.”
Anthony Policastro – Publisher, Outer Banks Publishing Group (see more)
Tips for SBC Directors for getting more participants in their training classes and in their one-on-one counseling: https://youtu.be/f5d7SA1mpDk
We are open to combining and extending classes! Additionally, we offer one-on-one guest counseling on any of these topics.
Contact Information: To reach me, please contact my assistant, Colleen Gray, at colleen@martinbrossman.com, or call her directly at 919-847-4757, select option #1 (please leave your email if Colleen does not answer).
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** Check out our New training that area available for Winter-Spring 2026 **
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AI Training – Our Most In-Demand Training!
AI‑Powered Business Masterclass: Unlock AI to Transform Your Operations & Marketing
Developed by: Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose
Are you a small business owner looking to level up your game and stay ahead in today’s fast-paced digital landscape? Do you find yourself struggling to keep up with the latest trends in business operations and marketing? Look no further! Our AI-Powered Business Class is here to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to harness the life-changing potential of AI tools.
Click here for the complete course write-up. Alternate Title: Unlock the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Supercharge Your Small Business Operations and Marketing Success: AI-Powered Business Class for Small Business Owners
Updated for 2026!
Lunch-N-Learn – How Free AI Tools Can Help Small Business Owners
(Often offered as a Lunch-n-Learn with “AI‑Powered Business Masterclass: Unlock AI to Transform Your Operations & Marketing,” delivered in the evening of the same day.)
Mastering AI Solutions: Full‑Day Certification Class for Small Business Owners
How to get greater results with the free AI systems: Fundamentals of Prompt Engineering — Developed by: Dr. Justin Rose and Martin Brossman
See the full course write-up: https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/ai-powered-business-solutions-certificate-for-small-business-owners/
Practical AI: Tools Every Small Business & Nonprofit Can Use Today!fit
Join us for a 2-hour Webinar or In-Person Seminar. Curious about AI but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly workshop will demystify AI and show you how to harness its power. Click here for the full course write-up.
Maximizing Free AI Tools: Practical Strategies for Small‑Business Growth
Maximize AI’s potential with our Prompt Engineering mini-course, covering all major free AI chatbots for marketing and business success. Safely and effectively use AI to reduce risks and enhance results with expert-led training. Click here to see the full course description.
Hands‑On AI Implementation: Practical Training for Small‑Business Owners
Join us for “Implementing AI Solutions: Practical training on how small businesses can implement AI solutions for customer service” (e.g., chatbots), sales processes, and operations.
Click here for the full course write-up.
AI in Action: Practical Tools to Optimize Operations & Marketing
Join us for this 2-hour Webinar or In-Person Seminar. This AI-Powered Business Class provides small business owners with expert instruction on the free and low-cost AI-powered tools they need to utilize AI effectively. With a focus on practical implementation, this class empowers participants to optimize their operations, make informed decisions, and gain a competitive edge while keeping their budgets in check. Click here for the full course write-up.
Streamline Your Day with AI: Make Workflows Smarter & More Efficient
This can be for small business but also educators
By Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose – A 2 hr course
Click here for the full couse write-up
Meet Your AI Assistant: Practical Workshop for Business Owners
Join us for an immersive workshop, “AI, Your Best Assistant,” led by renowned experts Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose. This interactive session delves into the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, empowering participants with a clear understanding of how large language models operate.
Chick here for the full couse write-up
Digital Assistants on a Budget: Build AI Agents That Work for You
Creating AI Agents to Work as Your Digital Assistant – Using Free Tools
by Dr. Justin Rose & Martin Brossman
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to create your own AI-powered “agent”, using tools that work behind the scenes to streamline repetitive tasks, respond faster to customers, and keep your business running smoothly. Chick here for the full couse write-up
Three updated for 2026:
Unlock Funding with AI: Streamline Your Grant Proposals
Using AI to assist with Grant Writing – Click here fro the full course write-up
AI for Google Sheets: Automate and Analyze Data Effortlessly
AI for Google Sheets – Click here fro the full course write-up
AI Tools for Podcasters: Create, Edit & Grow Your Show
AI for Podcasts – Click here fro the full course write-up
Graphic and Image Generation for Small Business Owners
Create Powerful Marketing with Free Canva: Digital & Print Made Easy
(Including the new AI components in Canva) Developed by: Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose – See the full write-up here: https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/using-free-canva-to-develop-marketing-and-social-media-content-online-and-offline/
Canva vs. Microsoft Designer: Free Tools for Stunning Marketing Content.
Elevate your marketing and social media content creation with Microsoft Designer and Canva’s free tools, enhanced by AI integration. Join Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose to learn how to produce professional-quality designs effortlessly, even with minimal experience. Click here for the full description.
AI‑Enhanced Design: Leveraging Free Canva and Microsoft Designer Tools.
Microsoft is directly competing with Canva, offering AI-powered graphic tools. Developed by Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose. See the full course write-up here: Click here for the full description.
Enhancing Creativity: Using AI Image Diffusion for Small Business Marketing
How to properly, ethically, and legally use free AI images for small business marketing.
Ever wish you could create stunning visuals for your marketing campaigns without hiring a pricey designer? Welcome to the future of creativity here, your small business can produce eye-catching images, all thanks to the magic of Generative AI.” Created by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose
See the full course write-up here: https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/enhancing-creativity-using-ai-image-diffusion-for-small-business-marketing/
Updated Top Marketing Series Programs
Six‑Part Certificate Marketing Masterclass: Proven Strategies to Grow Your Small Business
Transform Your Business: Learn Proven Marketing Strategies Without Breaking the Bank!
Developed by Martin Brossman & Associates, with over 15 years of small business training experience. Powered by Martin’s innovative ‘Aikido of Marketing™’ approach. Each stand-alone class or full series (12 hours total) empowers you to thrive. Contact us for in-person options! See the full course write-up here:
https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/results-driven-small-business-marketing/
4‑Part Marketing Certificate: Small Businesses Transform Your Social & Web Presence
(Available as a series or as individual classes.) Each in-person class is 2 hours for a total of 8 hours. Contact us for the Webinar Version. Click here to see the full write-up
Business Basics Series: Hands‑On Social Media for Small Businesses
Popular, practical, hands-on, step-by-step, how-to, webinar-based courses from the instructor and small business consultant Jeanne Munoz on your choice of the following topics: Instagram for Business Series, Content Marketing, Utilizing Google Applications for Business, Understanding Instagram Reels, and Facebook Business Pages. Participants can earn certificates of completion.
Click here to see the full write-up
2026 Digital Marketing Certificate: Comprehensive Training for Small Businesses | Choose 4‑Session or 6‑Session Path
Introducing Version 2.0, Co-developed by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose.
Choose Your Format:
– Version 1: 4 sessions over 4 weeks, starting with a full-day in-person class followed by three 2-hour Zoom sessions.
– Version 2: 6 sessions over 6 weeks, with the first and last classes in-person and the 4 middle sessions via Zoom.
To earn a certificate, active camera participation is mandatory during all Zoom classes. Full training details are available upon request. https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/digital-marketing-for-small-business-owners-certificate-series/
One‑Day Marketing Summit: Four Dynamic Sessions to Elevate Your Small Business in 2026
An intensive one-day Marketing Summit with Martin Brossman & Associates LLC, designed to empower small business owners with cutting-edge marketing tools and strategies. Led by industry experts Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose, this comprehensive training will guide you through sharpening your focus on your best customers, crafting engaging online content, implementing sustainable marketing plans, and leveraging advanced tools like AI and video. Through interactive sessions, you’ll learn to define your brand message, attract and retain your ideal customers, manage your online reputation, and utilize advanced digital tools—all to drive your business forward in today’s competitive landscape.
Click here to see the full write-up
Email Marketing / NewsLetters
Email & Newsletter Mastery: Build Trust and Drive Sales for Small Business
By Martin Brossman & Colleen Gray
There are two things online you have the most control over—your website and your email—for all social media, remember that you are the product, not the customer. In this two-hour course, you’ll learn how to harness email marketing and newsletters to build trust, drive sales, and grow a loyal customer base.
Click here to see the full write-up
Networking, Referral Marketing, & Relationship Marketing
The Ground Game: Relationship Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
A structured way to gain more customers from direct referrals and create more satisfied existing customers. Click here to see the full write-up (Copies of my Relationship Marketing book can be included if there are sponsors for this event).
Referrals Downpour: Unlock a Flood of New Business from Happy Customers
Discover the magic formula for collecting way more happy customers than you can currently imagine.
Click here to see the full write-up (Copies of my Relationship Marketing book can be included if there are sponsors for this event).
Marketing Magic with No Money: Stone Soup Approach for Small Business Growth
See the full course write-up here: Click here to see the full write-up
Getting the Most out of Apps & Application Programs
Microsoft Workspace 2026: Leverage Copilot for Smarter Workflows
Unlock the full potential of Office 365. This two-hour course, developed by Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose, empowers participants to enhance their productivity and collaboration using Copilot, an AI-powered assistant, across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
See full write-up of the training.
Free Google Tools That Will Grow Your Business
Maximize the power of Google’s free applications to elevate your business operations and marketing strategies. This comprehensive course is designed to help small business owners seamlessly integrate Google tools, from Google Drive to Google Business Profile and YouTube, to improve efficiency, collaboration, and customer engagement.
Click here to see the full write-up of the training.
Maximize Google’s Free Apps & AI: Unlock Greater Business Success
Unlock your business’ potential using Google’s Free Apps, Tools, and AI. Join Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose to master Google’s free tools and AI integration for enhanced productivity and growth. Empower your small business to thrive in the digital age with practical strategies and expert guidance.
Click here to see the full description.
Multimedia Marketing Mastery: Video, Photography, Webinars & Podcasts
New: YouTube Success: Fast‑Track Video Marketing for Small Business Owners
Master YouTube for Business in just 2 hours! In-person only. Learn channel setup, revenue generation, and online presence building. Create quality videos using smartphone tech and affordable tools. Get tips on promotion and optimization for maximum engagement.
New: YouTube Academy for Small Businesses: Certificate Training Program
Full-Day In-Person YouTube & Video Training for Small Business Owners. Earn a Certificate of Completion. Developed by Martin Brossman, Charles Register & Dr. Justin Rose. Must Complete All Classes for Certificate. Full course write-up: Click here to see the full description.
YouTube Training Series: Step‑By‑Step for Small Business Success
by Martin Brossman, Charles Register, and Dr. Justin Rose. Essential guidance for starting and succeeding on YouTube. This is a three part training that can be offered in one day. Preferably offered as in-person training. Click here for full write-up
Comprehensive Video Success: Six‑Part Training for Small Businesses
By Martin Brossman, Charles Register, and Dr. Justin Rose. Dive deep with homework assignments and earn a Certificate of Completion. Designed exclusively for Webinar format. Click here for the full write-up.
Master Visual Marketing: Boost Your Small Business with Smartphone Photos & Videos
Developed by Martin Brossman, Jeanne Munoz, and Charles Register. Learn composition, lighting, and sound techniques on a budget. Discover smartphone features for creating quality content. Explore editing tools and distribution channels. Walk away with an action checklist for maximum results.
Click here to see the full write-up
See our video: Getting more Business with Video Using your Smartphone with Martin Brossman and Charles Register
Smartphone Video Editing Mastery: Edit Like a Pro on iPhone & Android
iPhone & Android. 2-hour Webinar or In-Person Training for Busy Business Owners. Learn to edit videos on your smartphone using free apps. Gain basic skills in cutting, editing, transitions, titles, and more. Requirement: Bring your smartphone and ensure good quality signal or WiFi for app downloads.
Edit Videos Everywhere for Your Small Business: CapCut for Mobile, Web & Desktop
Learn video editing with the free CapCut app on all platforms. Tailored for small business owners, this course teaches how to create professional videos. Ideal for beginners or those enhancing skills, this hands-on training provides a simple, powerful editing tool. Download CapCut free on iPhone or Android.
Click here to see the full write-up
Live Streaming & Video Conferencing Essentials for Small Businesses: Connect with Customers
Join our 2-hour webinar or in-person session. Discover new post-pandemic business models, emphasizing live streaming and video conferencing. Learn to leverage your online presence effectively, even on a budget. Gain techniques for impactful video marketing and customer relationship building. Developed and taught by Martin Brossman and Jeanne Munoz.
Podcasting Made Easy for Small Business Owners Using an iPhone or Android
– Updated for 2026
This hands-on class teaches entrepreneurs to use free smartphone-based tools and AI apps to create, edit, publish, and promote professional-quality podcasts as a powerful marketing tool, with live demonstrations and guided practice requiring no technical experience. Developed by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose: Click here to see the full write-up
Podcasting for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: Launch Your Web Radio Show
Learn the basics of podcasting from your smartphone. Broadcast your message globally on platforms like iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify. This class covers both audio and video podcasting. Link to the full class write-up with videos: Click here to see the full write-up
Podcast Editing Workshop: Hands-On with Audacity.
Join our 2-hour Webinar or In-Person session. Learn to edit your podcast using the popular and free Audacity software. Master basics like integrating music, working with audio files, volume control, and more. Interface with podcast hosting services. Audacity is free and runs on various operating systems.
Enhancing your Chamber of Commerce Experience
Two trainings, one designed as a Lunch-n-Learn and the other as a follow-up evening training to complement the Lunch-n-Learn training.
Lunch & Learn: Maximize Your Chamber Membership for Business Growth
Join us for an engaging 1.5 hr Lunch-n-Learn designed for Small Town Chambers of Commerce members who want to elevate their business networking and leverage their membership more effectively. Presented by Martin Brossman – See the full course write-up here:
https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/maximizing-your-chamber-membership-for-business-growth/
Getting More Referrals & Clients Through Your Chamber Experience (2‑Hour Training)
This comprehensive 2-hour training is tailored for members of the Small Town Chambers of Commerce who are ready to engage with and benefit from their membership more deeply. Presented by Martin Brossman – See the full course write-up here:
https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/getting-more-referrals-and-clients-with-your-chamber-of-commerce-experience/
Both sessions are structured to provide actionable insights and foster an environment of mutual benefit through community engagement and networking with your Chamber.
Directories, Your Reputation Online, Hashtags and AI search Optimization
Note: SEO – Search Engine Optimization, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and AI search optimization.
Boost Business Through Directories & Digital Assistants
More customers have greater Ad blindness than ever before. People like to buy but not be sold to, and they are seeking both reviews and using more digital assistants like Siri, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home to find businesses. by Martin Brossman & Associates LLC – See the full course write-up:
Google Business Profile Mastery: Unlock Your Business’s Potential
Join Martin Brossman and Denise Watkins for a Lunch-and-Learn or 2-hour workshop. Learn how to maximize your listing’s impact, equivalent to a ¼ page ad in a print directory. Discover optimization techniques, utilize features like photos and video, and learn how to manage reviews effectively. Transform your profile into your primary online presence, even without having a website. See our video, Maximizing your Google Business Profile for Small Businesses with Martin Brossman & Associates LLC
Maximizing Hashtags and Right Words to attract more Small Business Customers
– Join us for a Lunch-n-Learn (1.5 hrs.)
Are you getting the best possible results from your hashtags and are using the right words to attract your customers? What are the right words and Hashtage to attract the right customers? Learn tips and tricks for effective use and avoid misuse that could damage your reputation. See more about this course here
Mastering Reviews: Earn 5‑Stars & Turn Complaints into Opportunities
Join our 2-hour webinar or in-person session. Learn to attract more positive reviews and successfully handle complaints for increased business. See the full course write-up here
New: Get Found via Voice Search: Optimize for Siri, Alexa & Google
– Customers who are searching for small business products and services have significantly transitioned from typing in a search bar to voice-activated searches using intelligent digital assistant devices. Learn what it takes for your business to be found by Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant, or other Internet of Things (loT) devices to ensure you maintain your share of the market.
Updated: Your Digital First Impression: Why It Matters & How to Make It Count
Your future customers want to know more about you than just what is on your website, and they may trust you less if they don’t. Click here to see the full write-up
Industry, Business, & Community – Specific Training
Write, Publish, Profit – WRITE & SELF-PUBLISH YOUR BOOK – for Business Owner
4-Part Live Online Course | No Writing Experience Needed
Presented by Martin Brossman, Richard Grassi & Dr. Justin Rose
Turn Your Knowledge and Entrepreneurial Spirit into a Book — and a Marketing Powerhouse
Click here to see the full write-up
Skilled Trades Training: Boost Efficiency & Customer Reach with Technology
Specialized Training for Skilled Trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Handyperson & More)
– Project Management: Using Technology for Better Efficiency and Effectiveness
– Communications: Using Technology to Expand Your Reach
– Internal Operations Communication Tools and Uses
– Field Service Excellence: Tech for Estimating, Documentation & Reputation
Click here to see the full write-up
Smart AI for Nonprofits and Small Businesses
– Using AI and What an AI Policy Should Contain
– Protect Your Organization from Technology Threats/Scams
– Grant Writing with AI
– Digital Outreach & Donor Development (Low-Cost, High-Trust) with AI
Click here to see the full write-up
Working Artist Success: Market Your Art & Boost Income (4‑Part Workshop)
(Updated for 2026)
Developed and taught by Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose
This full-day, hands-on training guides artists through building a premium personal brand, mastering on-camera presentation, and creating an efficient content and sales system that attracts higher-value collectors. Participants leave with a clear artistic promise, a repeatable content workflow, and a 30/60/90-day action plan to grow visibility, credibility, and revenue.
Click here to see the full write-up
Marketing for Artists: Series of Webinars to Grow Your Creative Business
– A series of 2-hour Webinars (Contact us for a modified in-person version). Developed and taught by Martin Brossman, Jeanne Munoz, and Dr. Justin Rose –
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Brick‑and‑Mortar Success: Drive Foot Traffic, Elevate Customer Experience & Boost Profits
Unlock the potential of your physical store with our comprehensive course designed to increase foot traffic, optimize customer experience, and enhance profitability in the digital age. Learn actionable strategies to attract and retain customers, create a thriving business culture, and maintain a competitive edge through expert insights and practical tips. Click here to see the full write-up
Helping Western NC after Hurricane Helene:
Click here for our Resource page to help Western NC: “Hurricane Helene help for people and businesses in Western NC” and our YouTube Playlist: Hurricane Helene help for people and businesses in Western NC and we just created a couse to support recovery in 2024/2025: Recovery Marketing for Western NC Towns, Artists, and Businesses Post-Hurricane Helene by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose – Click here for info.
Our Money Series
Make Money Online While You Sleep: Passive Income Strategies for Entrepreneurs
The Internet can work for you, making money 24 hours a day, seven days a week. While attending this seminar, you will discover multiple ways to make money online, some of which have nothing to do with selling tangible products. We will explore your selling options, including products and more. You will leave this training with an understanding of the various real-world ways people are generating income online with minimal hands-on action.
Show Me the Money: Crowdfunding and Modern Funding Paths for Small Businesses
Crowdfunding is one of many new creative ways of securing funding for small businesses. This class demystifies crowdfunding and other innovative ways to finance small businesses today, all with a lower barrier to entry. Click here to see the full write-up.
Billing & Collection Mastery: Secure Payments & Maintain Client Relationships
Mastering Billing & Collection: Secure Your Payments and Maintain Client Relationships.
This course teaches small business owners effective billing and collection practices to ensure they are adequately compensated while maintaining strong client relationships. Through interactive sessions, participants will learn to communicate their value, manage invoices, and implement practical tools for smooth payment processing. See full write-up of this training.
Crypto & Blockchain for Small Businesses: Understand Bitcoin, NFTs & Opportunities
Join us for a 3-hour in-person and 2-hour webinar training. Learn how to accept cryptocurrency, explore possibilities and risks, and understand the resources needed to become your own bank. Discover benefits like charge-back prevention and the option for loans against cryptocurrency. Don’t miss this comprehensive training!
The Developers:
Martin Brossman – https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinbrossman/
Noah Boswell – https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahboswell/
Dana Gower – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danagower/
Communications, Customer Service, and Conflict Resolution
Mastering Multimodal Customer Communications: Blueprint for Small Business Success
– We have more ways to communicate then ever before, text, phone, social media, chatbots and more. Enhance your customer interactions with our “Mastering Multimodal Customer Communications” course, designed for small business owners. In just two hours, learn to effectively use various communication platforms to exceed modern consumer expectations for personalized and responsive service. Click here for the full course description.
Embrace Conflict: Turn Disputes & Complaints into Stronger Customer Relationships for Small Business Owners
“Embracing Conflict – Transforming Conflict into Enhanced Relationships for Small Business Owners” teaches small business owners how to turn conflicts into opportunities for building stronger customer relationships. Led by Martin Brossman, this course provides practical techniques for managing complaints, redirecting anger, and aligning customer service with business vision.
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Enhance Customer Service & Reviews: Thrive in a Customer‑Empowered World
Unlock the secrets to exceptional customer service and glowing online reviews with Martin Brossman in “Enhancing Customer Service and Positive Reviews in a Customer-Empowered World for Business Owners.” Transform your business with practical strategies, real-life examples, and actionable advice designed to build strong customer relationships and a stellar reputation.
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Speak to Inspire, Lead & Convince: Public Speaking Skills for Business Owners
This unique public speaking training is for speaking in front of a group, both in-person and on video. Learn powerful techniques to grab the attention and respect of an audience either in person or online. Learn how to speak with authority, which enhances your leadership ability and management effectiveness. Developed by Martin Brossman & Associates LLC with over 20 years of experience.
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Social Media and Digital Marketing
Get Better Customers & Make More Money: Stay Competitive in Today’s Market
This comprehensive course is designed to attract better customers, increase profitability, and maintain a competitive edge. Developed by renowned experts Martin Brossman and Dr. Justin Rose, this training offers practical strategies, real-life examples, and actionable advice to refine your business approach and achieve sustainable growth. Click here to see the full course write-up.
Advanced Social Media Data Analysis Using AI: Unlock Insights for Small Businesses
Utilize social media data to transform your business decisions. Learn to extract insights from Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and explore data collection techniques and ethical practices. Master scraping Instagram data, analyzing image content, and combining language and vision models. Equip yourself to make informed choices and elevate your small business strategies.
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Make an Impact with Social Media: Effective Strategies for Your Business
Join our 2-hour In-Person Seminar. Discover how customers engage with businesses online. Learn tips and tactics to leverage social media wisely and productively. Understand platform differences and harness the power of Facebook and Instagram for effective promotion. Developed & taught by Martin Brossman & Associates, LLC
Instagram Reels for Business: Create Engaging Reels Step‑By‑Step
– 2-Hour In-Person or Webinar – Learn how to use Instagram Reels with our step-by-step demonstrations and instructions for capturing and creating various types of Reels to build success for your business. Click here to see the full write-up
Wild Success 2026: Marketing Trends & Tips for Your Business
– Join our 1- or 1.5-hour Lunch-N-Learn, 2-hour In-Person Training, or 2-hour Webinar. Discover key digital marketing trends to engage and retain customers, boost traffic, leads, and revenue. Gain actionable insights for a competitive edge with minimal marketing investment. Developed and taught by Martin Brossman & Jeanne Munoz.
What’s New on Instagram & Facebook: Essential Updates for Your Business
– Join us to learn how to effectively use all the new features that social media platforms offer and how to optimize your use. Participants will receive a checklist for both Facebook & Instagram to increase their business success. Developed and taught by Martin Brossman and Jeanne Munoz.
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Intro to Facebook & Google Ads: Updated Strategies for Small Business
– By Martin Brossman & Colleen Gray – 2-hour Webinar or In-Person. Discover where to start with Facebook and Google Ads while spending the least amount of money.
Click here for the full course write-up.
Get Started with Facebook Advertising: Create Cost‑Effective Ads for Small Business
– By Martin Brossman & Colleen Gray – Lunch-n-Learn or 2hr training by Webinar or In-Person. Unlock the power of Facebook Advertising and take the first steps toward promoting your business effectively, even on a small budget. This training will provide you with a clear understanding of Facebook’s ad platform, its targeting capabilities, and how to create cost-effective ads that drive measurable results. Click here for the full course write-up.
Websites, Chatbots & Content Marketing
Website Basics in an AI World: Make Your Small Business Findable
1.5hr. Webinar or 2hr. In-Person. Customers today aren’t just using traditional search engines—they’re turning to AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Perplexity, and others to find products and services. Is your business showing up where it counts? Developed by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose –
Click here to see the full course write-up
High‑Converting Landing Pages in the AI World: Guide for Small Business Owners
1.5hr. Webinar or 2hr. In-Person. Developed by Martin Brossman & Dr. Justin Rose
In today’s AI-driven landscape, customers aren’t just Googling; they’re asking ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and other AI tools for personalized recommendations. If your landing page isn’t optimized for both human visitors and AI agents, you could be missing out on valuable leads.
Click here to see the full course write-up.
Creating Landing Pages That Drive Business: Your One‑Page Sales Machine
2-hour Webinar or In-Person. Now more than ever, having a place online to convert sales for your business is imperative. Landing pages are single, stand-alone web pages designed to accomplish one specific task. Generate new customer leads and sales by creating a landing page for your business! You’ll be landing page-savvy after this training!
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Build a Website That Works: Easy Online Web Design & Marketing
Build a Website that Works for Your Business! Join our training to discover how to manage your website affordably and effectively. Learn key components for driving customer traffic and supporting your business. Gain insights into the tools that are necessary for website creation and maintenance.
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Build Your Business Website in an Afternoon: A Masterclass in Carrd
Build a professional, mobile-friendly one-page business website in just an afternoon using Carrd—no coding, no developer, and designed to help you attract leads and grow your business fast.
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Content That Converts: Move Your Audience to Action
2-hr webinar or in-person. More people than ever are online, actively searching for and consuming content. Recent surveys indicate that Internet traffic has increased by over 40%. Is your business optimizing its opportunity to connect with current and potential customers? Developed and taught by Martin Brossman and Jeanne Munoz. Click here for the full course write-up.
Personalized Communication: Meet Customer Expectations & Boost Loyalty
Your Customers Expect Personalized Communication – Are You Prepared? (2 hr) Personalized marketing is the new marketing. Today’s customers are demanding instant, tailored communication. Are you leveraging conversational marketing tools to meet their expectations? Discover messaging, SMS, chatbots, and winning strategies to convert leads and create loyal fans. Elevate your approach and drive results!
Business Productivity, Safety, and Effectiveness
Free Google Apps for Greater Small Business Growth and Success
2-hour webinar or In-Person. Developed by Martin Brossman & Jeanne Munoz. Are you getting the most out of the available free Google resources to run, market, and expand your business? This training offers the ones you need to know and how to get started. More details about this Google Training:
Click here for the full course write-up.
Mobile Apps for Business & Life: Boost Productivity & Marketing
Getting the Most Out of Mobile Apps to Run & Manage Your Business and Life: 2-hour Webinar or In-Person. Are you getting the most out of your mobile for your business? This seminar will teach you the top mobile apps to be more productive in your business, communicate and reach your customers with mobile, and use effective marketing and advertising on your mobile device. You will learn tools for running, maintaining, and marketing your business and your life. Most of the apps include a free or low-cost version. Developed by Martin Brossman, Dr Justin Rose and Jeanne Munoz
Safety & Security for Small Businesses: Protect Your Digital & Physical Assets
Protect your digital and physical business assets in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. This foundational workshop explores essential security practices for small businesses, from managing sensitive customer data to identifying and safeguarding against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Learn practical approaches to secure your business operations while adapting to new technologies, including AI tools and cloud services. Click here for the full course write-up.
AI-Specific Training and Other Training Courses Now Updated to Include AI (2026)
Click on the link below to see the full write-up for any of these courses:
- Unlock AI to Transform Your Operations & Marketing
- Lunch-N-Learn – How Free AI Tools Can Help Small Business Owners
- How to make the most out of free AI Tools for Small Business Owners
- Explore the Power of AI for Your Small Business or Non-Profit
- AI-Powered Business Solutions Certificate for Small Business Owners
- Learn How to Use the Free Levels of Microsoft Designer & Canva Graphic Design Tools, Along with AI Integration.
- Advanced-Data Analysis with Social Media Platforms for Small Business Owners – Using AI
- Mastering Multimodal Customer Communications: A Blueprint for Small Business Success
- Maximizing Google’s Free Apps, Tools, and AI for Greater Business Success
- Get the most out of Google Free Applications and resources to run and market your business
- Microsoft Workspace and Copilot 2026
- Canva vs. Microsoft Designer: Free Tools for Stunning Marketing Content
- AI‑Enhanced Design: Leveraging Free Canva and Microsoft Designer Tools.
- Enhancing Creativity: Using AI Image Diffusion for Small Business Marketing
How to properly, ethically, and legally use free AI images for small business marketing. - Create Powerful Marketing with Free Canva: Digital & Print Made Easy
- How to Use AI for Your Small Business Operations and Marketing
- Implementing AI Solutions: Practical Training for Small Business Owners
- How to Maximize free AI Tools for Small Business Owners
- Using AI for Grant Writing
- Free AI Agents and Digital Assistants to work for you
- AI for Google Sheets
- AI for Podcasting
[Stand-alone page with AI Training courses https://www.ncsmallbusinesstraining.com/ai-training-for-small-businesses/]
If you don’t see a class you want, please have Colleen schedule a time for us to discuss it. We are your one-stop-shop for Digital Marketing Training, with over 18 years of experience helping businesses with little or no marketing budget to succeed.
If you have other suggestions or want to schedule one of these trainings, please contact Colleen Gray at colleen@martinbrossman.com, or call her directly at 919-847-4757, select option #1 (please leave your email if Colleen does not answer).
Updated: 12/26/2025 3:532 PM – MB
