Happy Thanksgiving!

As we gather together with family and friends and count our blessings, here's an educational site to entertain the children (and the adults!) and learn about what really happened on that "first" Thanksgiving nearly 400 years ago:
http://www.plimoth.org/education/olc/intro.html

The Spa Bath - Tomorrow's Studio Live! Webinar

We hope you will be able to join us for this month's Studio Live! webinar, Wednesday, November 17 at 1 PM Eastern. The first fifteen minutes will be devoted to demonstrating some of the tools and functions of Studio for new users, then the next 60 minutes will focus on the Spa Bath - creating an elevation rendering of a tub alcove and a vanity wall. We'll also show how easy it to design directly on a photo of your client's bath, to scale!

We'll have time for questions at the end, so plan to stay for that segment and the gift certificates drawing!

If the day or time is already booked on your calendar, register anyway and you will receive an email with a link to watch the recorded video of the webinar. All registrants also receive a free Studio template!

Click this link to register - it just takes a few seconds to provide your name and email address:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/728893729

November/December Article in Drapery & Design Professional Magazine

My article in the November/December issue of Drapery & Design Professional discusses one of my favorite topics Cloud Computing. At the first of this year, we made an announcement that Minutes Matter had moved to the Clouds. In the issue of this magazine, I discuss taking client presentations to the "Clouds."

Don't stop reading now! If you're wondering what in the world is Cloud Computing, read my entire article the advantages for businesses are amazing. We love living in the Clouds more and more everyday.

The Drapery & Design Professional magazine

If you aren't already subscribed to this magazine, I definitely recommend it. Drapery & Design Professional covers everything from technology to fabrication techniques. A subscription to the magazine and access to the CHF online forum Membership is only at $48 per year. Add their webinar package and your total would only be $95 per year.

See you in the Clouds!

Enhance your Computer Skills!

We have recently completed recording our popular Elevate Course in a new format. There are four different segments which enable viewers to choose only the topics which interest them.

If you need the basics, start with Computer Components. Is your computer sluggish or you think you may have a virus? Go to Security and Maintenance. Want to know more about navigating the 'net? The Internet segment demonstrates shortcuts and bookmarking tips as well as how to set up a personalized email signature. Do you lose files and/or have trouble organizing them? Check out Computer Filing System. This course is geared toward Windows Vista and 7 operating systems, but XP owners will benefit also.

Whether you are a novice or a more experienced user, you'll definitely feel more comfortable with your computer after watching these videos.

click here to purchase:
https://minutes.infusionsoft.com/cart/store.jsp?view=4&i=p283&navicat=11&navisubcat=41&naviprod=283

Your input is important to us!

If you've attended a Studio webinar recently, please spend a few minutes to complete our survey. Submissions are anonymous, but you can add your name if you'd like us to contact you.

click here:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dEMxNVBvZmczRkkwQ2RoMjNKV0YxWFE6MQ#gid=0

We're interested in learning about your webinar experience and what you think we can do to make it better.

To view FAQ culled from previous webinars and answers, please visit The Lounge, our interactive forum on our website http://www.minutesmatterstudio.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=36

Thanks for your help!

Trick or Treat!

click here to register:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/576363528

This month we will surprise you with a trick, a tip, a technique for every day of the month! Door prizes and a free template too!

Party at High Point Market!

Are you going to High Point Market next week? If so, you're invited our party Sunday at 4:00PM. Mike & Katy Garrett will be demonstrating new and exciting software that has just launched. During the presentation, you'll see how using Connexion and Studio Online will make a difference in your company's future.

Place: Market Square, room 272
Date: Sunday, October 17th
Time: 4:00PM - 8:00PM
Menu: Pasta dishes, bread, dessert, wine, beer and soft drinks
Cost: Free
RSVP: Email party@minutesmatter.com
Door Prizes:

• Connexion gift certificates
• Minutes Matter gift certificates
• Jackie Von Tobel Design Directory Books

High Point Market is providing everyone with a powerful new tool called MyMarket to help everyone connect with fellow attendee, exhibitors, schedule meetings, find events. You can add all the vendors you want to visit, seminars, and any events you want to attend. You can access this information right from your iPhone, Droid, Blackberry, etc. If you have a smart phone you have got to sign up for this fabulous tool.

Click here to sign up

What is CONNEXION? CONNEXION is a collaboration software that will allow designers, installers, fabricators and clients to communicate by logging into one central location. What's Studio Online? You will be able to access Studio anywhere, anytime, any computer. Studio Online will be available as a monthly subscription. For those of you that already own Studio you will be able to subscribe at a discount. You have to see it to believe it!

You can enter/upload image files, documents, renderings or any file that pertains to a client job right to CONNEXION. Your sub-contractors can login and enter prices and notes on services they are providing. You have total access control for all sub-contractors. Since you're entering information into ONE database you'll have the peace of mind of knowing that you are viewing the most up-to-date information in regards your client's job.

You will be able to use Studio on an iPad or any platform for that matter. Look how great a rendering looks on an iPad! I'm so excited, I just ordered my iPad. I can't wait to be able to take it on client appointments. It's powerful, small and lightweight; the only other thing we need is CONNEXION.

Enter measurements right on the iPad and those measurements will populate the client file in CONNEXION. Are you visualizing a work order filled with actual measurements? Wow, I think I am in love. Looks like Minutes Matter Measuring Forms will be moving to the clouds.

I have lightly touched on a couple of the features available in CONNEXION. Want to see it for yourself? Join us in High Point, you'll be glad you did. Email your RSVP to party@minutesmatter.com