EVENT

Sales and productivity

Come to an event focused on the tools, technologies, and techniques used to maximize sales and employee productivity. Attendees will learn about compensation and incentives to motivate staff. Tuesday, 8 to 10:45 a.m., Microsoft, 5 Wayside Road, Burlington. $80.

NETWORKING

Entrepreneurs breakfast

Attend a breakfast for marketers and entrepreneurs. Participants can connect with potential clients and learn new marketing strategies. Tuesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Canopy City, 14 Tyler St., Somerville. Free.

MIXER

Women in sales and services

Formlabs, a designer and manufacturer of 3-D printing systems, is hosting a mixer for women in sales and services to meet the Formlabs staff. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and participate in brief interviews with the Formlabs staff. Tuesday, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Formlabs, 35 Medford St., 3rd floor, Somerville. Free.

PANEL

Startup and small business growth

Come to a panel on working with outsourced partners. Participants will learn best practice models and the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing. Food, wine, and beer will be served. Tuesday, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Canopy City, 14 Tyler St., Somerville. Free.

Events of note? E-mail us at agenda@globe.com.