Tax Prep for Small Business with an IRS Expert

Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United States

Get ready for tax season with Nancy Feliciano, Stakeholder Liaison, at the Internal Revenue Service Communications & Liaison office. In this 1-hour webinar, Nancy will demonstrate how to set up the EFTPS online portal and answer some frequently asked questions when it comes to tax obligations including: What it means to withhold quarterly tax How to calculate how much to withhold each quarter. How to set up payment options within the online portal to pay quarterly taxes. What forms are required to be on file for each business structure (LLC, Sole Proprietor, etc.) What the changes to the 1099-K form

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Western Maine Audubon presents a live talk: “Maine Lichens,” by Dr. Ron Butler

Thomas Auditorium in UMF's Preble Hall 173 High Street, FARMINGTON, ME, United States

FARMINGTON, MAINE— Western Maine Audubon invites the general public to a free talk titled, “Maine Lichens,” which will be presented live via Zoom by Dr. Ron Butler. The Zoom talk will be at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 9th at Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall, UMF—173 High Street, Farmington. There will be no ability to access this talk at the time of presentation except at the auditorium. Recordings of the talk will be available at https://western.maineaudubon.org/videos/ 2-3 weeks after the event. This presentation will provide a general overview of the evolution, morphology, and physiology of lichens. The ecological role of lichens

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Creating Content for a Loyal Instagram Following

Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United States

In this interactive 1-hour virtual workshop, social media consultant Katie Kelley will explain the ins and outs of Instagram and how to best utilize its features to engage with your audience and build a following that consistently shows up to support your business. We will discuss Instagram reel creation, using stories to learn more about your audience and what type of content to post to ensure your followers keep showing up for more.

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Meditation Workshop

Farmington Public Library 117 Academy Street, Farmington, ME, United States

All levels welcome to join in an introductory exploration of different practices meant to augment focus, awareness, and introspection. This introduction to meditation will involve both implementation and reflective discussion of various contemplative techniques, including breath meditation, body scan, somatic orientation, energy center meditation, and walking meditation. This event is free and open to the public at the Farmington Public Library.

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Demystifying SEO: An Overview of Search Engine Optimization

Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United States

Increase your website's visibility by implementing and improving SEO. In this 1-hour workshop, WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant, Mercedes Arnold, will review: What is SEO How SEO works (Hint: It’s not just keywords!) How to set up SEO so you’re able to drive high numbers of relevant traffic to your website without paying for ads. Register today to receive a Zoom link to join!

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Sole Prop or LLC – Which Entity Structure is Right for Me and How to Set It Up

What business structure is best for your venture? How do you legally set up your small business as a specific entity? In this 1-hour webinar, WBC Business Advisor, Grace Mo-Phillips will review the differences between Sole Proprietor and Limited Liability Company (LLC) business structures. Grace will demonstrate: What the benefits are to Sole Prop vs LLC What you need to have to formally set up your business structure How to legally formalize your business Come with questions!

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Creating a Social Media Content Calendar

Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United States

With all the social media platforms that exist, it can be quite overwhelming to understand where and when to market your business. WBC Social Media Consultant, Katie Kelley, will do a deep dive into understanding the tips and tricks to establish an effective content calendar for your business. Planning ahead takes the guesswork out of your marketing plan and allows you to effectively reach your customers in a thoughtful and meaningful way. Register Today!

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Digital Tools for Small Business

Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United States

With so many digital tools available, it can be hard to know what software or platform will actually help you stay organized, save time, and run your business efficiently. In this 1-hour workshop, WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant, Mercedes Arnold will share an overview on popular digital tools that are out there to help you get and stay organized in your business. The resources shared in this workshop will help you find the right platforms for your business operations and help you feel confident implementing these tools in your day-to-day so you can work smarter, not harder. Register Today!

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