Starting a business?
A small business owner?
An adult learner?
...then the People's Office has resources available for your exclusive use.
In the People's Office you can...
Search and apply for jobs online
Create resumes and cover letters
Enhance your skills by learning Spanish or English
Write a business plan
Do market research
Search for venture capital or angel investors
Design a web site for your business
Participate in online learning
Take certification exams
And more...
Location and Equipment
Albemarle
Four laptops anchored to study tables in the People's Office area
Two additional laptops for checkout, photo ID required as collateral
Locust branch
Three laptops for checkout, photo ID required as collateral
Two 120 minute sessions per day, and when available options for extended time (in the People's Office area)
Installed software
MS Office 2007
Encarta
Ultimate Business Planner
Coffee Cup HTML Editor
Rosetta Stone (English and Spanish) - only at Albemarle in the People's Office area
Requirements for Use
18 years of age or older
Have a valid library card
Laptops may only be used inside library buildings
Laptops may only be used on the main floor in Albemarle
Please see any staff member for assistance in using The People's Office.
Major funding for The People's Office has been provided by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant.
Additional funding provided by Stanly County.
