SmallBusinessNewz

Webinars can, like conference calls, be pretty great, considering that participants get access to lots of people and information all while sitting in the comfort of their own homes or offices.  So small business owners might want to clear a few spots on their calendars, as the National Federation of Independent Business has published its April webinar schedule.

Fair warning: two of the NFIB webinars aren't free to non-members.  They relate to Internet marketing and confidentiality agreements, and cost $29.95 and $49.95, respectively.

The other two are accessible to everyone at no cost, though, and first up will be "Take Credit Cards?  What the July 2010 Deadline for PCI Compliance Means to You" on the 14th.  Employees of Solveras Payment Solutions will lead the discussion.

Then "Driving the Story: Understanding the Media and Measuring Your Effectiveness" will take place in two weeks' time on the 28th.  And the NFIB's own National Media Director will be giving out the lion's share of tips.

Another advantage of webinars over more traditional meetings is that it's possible to leave without being seen walking out.  Small business owners who decide to tune in shouldn't be risking anything more than a couple minutes of their time, then.