February Biz Fit: Let’s Get Physical

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

Whether you work outdoors, in a gym or kitchen, or pull lobster traps - What are the pros / cons of physical work? What do you do to prevent injury / self-care? How does the physicality of your work impact long term business planning? Do you ever feel like you need to “prove” yourself physically in your line of work? Bring a cup of coffee or tea and join us for a great conversation!

Free

Speaker Series: Introduction to Wills, Estate Planning and Charity Donations

Woodlands Senior Living of Farmington 175 Knowlton Corner Road, Farmington, United States

Join us for an informative seminar, provided by Paul H. Mills, Esq of Mills & Mills Law Office. Free and open to the public, this monthly session is geared towards family members, those providing care for other individuals, medical professionals and anyone interested in learning more about the details surrounding wills, estates and charity donations. RSVP BY MARCH 7: Loreda Libby | llibby@woodlandsmaine.com or (207) 860-3999

The Purpose of Pinterest

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

In this interactive 1-hour virtual workshop, WBC Social Media Consultant Katie Kelley will explain how Pinterest can be used to generate traffic to your website through SEO and keywords. Katie will provide an overview of Pinterest basics and how to get started, and then will work with participants on branding and developing a business profile. Register Today!

Free

Mind Your Own Business: A 4-week Exercise to Plan your Business

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

Is the idea of preparing a business plan overwhelming? Whether you’ve been in business for years, or are imagining starting your own business, a plan can serve as your compass. It can help you to tell your story, to articulate your goals, and to design the actions that will help you get there. We will approach this lean planning process mindfully, in a low pressure, creative manner through independent prompts and responses to get the juices flowing. You’ll receive 1-2 prompts per week delivered to your inbox that will complement your independent work, the larger group discussion and partner conversations

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Google Analytics: Refining & Maintaining SEO

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

Google is the largest search engine in the world. In using and reviewing Google Analytics, you can gain insight into how traffic is getting directed to your website and how to interpret GA reports and implement changes to your online presence to attract a higher volume of people to your website. In this 1-hour session, WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant, Mercedes Arnold, will review: How to interpret Google Analytics reports How to refine your keywords to further increase quality traffic to your site Register today to receive a Zoom link to join!

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Peer & Pros Cohort 2

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

Starting a new business and feeling a little lost where to start? SBDC Business Advisors will guide a small group of new business entrepreneurs through the necessary paperwork, how to price services and products, marketing, basic accounting, funding sources, how to pitch your business, and more! Six-week, interactive course about the basics of starting a business Group of 10-15 entrepreneurs in the startup phase No cost Thursday 2/23 12-1:30PM Paperwork – Raynor Large Thursday 3/2 12-1:30PM Marketing – Alison Lane Thursday 3/9 12-1:30PM Recordkeeping – Ann McAlhany Thursday 3/16 12-1:30PM Funding – Ann McAlhany Thursday 3/23 12-1:30PM Pricing – Peter

Free

Scaling Up: From Strategy to Action

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

Scaling your business means increasing revenue while also increasing efficiency. What does your business need to scale? More employees? Increased efficiency through new systems or equipment? Or more robust or seamless distribution through clearer procedures? Join Facilitator Tara Servilio in this interactive 4-part workshop series to identify your specific needs to scale, evaluate your options, develop a plan to get it done, and discover new tools for the future. You will leave with a plan of action for what you need to do to scale now and in the future. This workshop is beneficial for any size or type of

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