EVENT
Let’s talk sales
Come to a round-table discussion facilitated by Dana Therrien, research director at global advisory firm SiriusDecisions, on the priorities and challenges in sales operations. The event kicks off with a networking breakfast. Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon, Gunderson Dettmer Stough, One Marina Park Drive, suite 900, Boston. Free.
EVENT
Unicorn or donkey?
The Capital Network is hosting a discussion about unicorns, startups that are valued at over $1 billion. Attendees will talk about what the metrics of bad and good unicorn companies look like, and what methods unicorns use to achieve hypergrowth. Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m., Cooley, 500 Boylston St., 14th floor, Boston. Free for members, $15 to $35 for non-members.
WORKSHOP
Resume refresh
Brush up your resume in this workshop for the ever-changing competitive job market. Attendees will learn how to avoid the most common resume mistakes and must bring a hard copy of their resumes for peer review. Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., General Assembly Boston, 51 Melcher St., Boston. Free.
PANEL
Beefing up security
Women in Technology International, a Boston network of professional women working in technology, is hosting a panel discussion about cybersecurity. Topics include third-party security assessments and the measures to strengthen security. Pre-registration is required. Thursday, 5:30 to 8:15 p.m., Bright Cove, 290 Congress St., fourth floor, Boston. $15 for members, $25 for non-members.
CLASS
Data 101
Learn how to understand, analyze, and interpret data to make smarter data driven decisions in this hands-on class. Students will learn about the different types of data analytics and strategies, and apply their new skills to real-world datasets. A laptop with access to Google Sheets is required. Thursday, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., General Assembly Boston, 51 Melcher St., Boston. $55.
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