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Jingle & Mingle: GR Creatives Gathering
NEXT EVENTHoliday NetworkingDecember 11, 2025

Jingle & Mingle: GR Creatives Gathering

Join us for a festive holiday networking event in collaboration with AAF West Michigan, AMA West Michigan, Creative Mornings Grand Rapids, and No Agenda. This special gathering brings together creatives, marketers, and technologists for an evening of connection and celebration.

Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Location: The Pyramid Scheme, 68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
  • Partners: AAF West Michigan, AMA West Michigan, Creative Mornings GR, No Agenda
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ChatGPT Marketing Sprint
SHOW & TELLRecorded November 20241 Hour Session

ChatGPT: A Fast-Paced Sprint Through Marketing, Comms, & Growth

Everyone is talking about AI, but very few people are actually saying anything. Join this hands-on crash course for marketers, communicators, and creatives who want to learn without any bullshit.

What We Covered (Live Demonstrations):

  • Connecting ChatGPT to Gmail, Google Drive, Canva, and your data sources
  • Training ChatGPT on your brand guide, voice, and tone with real examples
  • Using voice-to-audio features to simplify prompt engineering
  • Ethics, privacy, and security concerns with practical navigation tips

100% Free - No email required, watch instantly

PREVIOUS EPISODEFull Recording Available

Fractional Hacks for Lean Teams

Watch Tim's complete 10-day experiment testing fractional talent platforms, AI tools, and modern workflows. See real results from hiring fractional designers, developers, and marketers—including what worked, what didn't, and exact costs.

What You'll Learn:

  • How to hire and manage fractional talent effectively
  • Real platform comparisons: Upwork, Fiverr, Contra, and more
  • Actual project costs and time-to-delivery breakdowns
  • Tools and workflows that save 10+ hours per week

58 minutes • Recorded August 2024