New Ventures Maine will offer free online workshops and classes in February and March designed to equip Maine residents with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build a career, start a business, and manage finances.
The full class schedule is accessible at bit.ly/NVMEClasses. Single- and multi-session workshops include (partial list):
Building CareersChanging Jobs: Finding Work That Fits (Online): Wednesdays, Feb 12 – 26 (3 sessions), 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Are you considering a job change? This online class designed for women will help you identify work options and benefits that fit with your interests, skills, and values.
My Next Career Move (Online): Wednesdays, Mar 5 – 26, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. In four weekly Zoom sessions of lively activities and discussion, you will assess your own skills, interests, and experiences to figure out what career options might be best. You will then be guided to create an action plan that will help you achieve success.
Starting BusinessesBusiness Basics (Online), Thursdays, Feb 13 – 27 (3 sessions), 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. This class covers topics such as the business plan outline, marketing, recordkeeping and cash planning. Our professional staff will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business idea and get you started with your business plan.
Tax Readiness for the Self-Employed (Online): Tuesday, Feb 25, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Learn how to organize your financial records, understand your tax responsibilities, become familiar with tax forms, and file your taxes with confidence. This workshop is designed for sole-proprietors.
Managing MoneyMoney Management Workshops (Online): Wednesdays, Feb 12 - 26, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Learn to budget, repair your credit, and create a savings plan. Join us for one, two, or all three workshops. Feb 12: Budgeting Basics; Feb 19: Let’s Talk About Credit; Feb 26: Build Your Savings.
My Money Works: Tuesdays, Feb 25 – Mar 25 (5 sessions), 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Online. This interactive class with our professional staff will help you gain the skills and confidence you need to stretch your money, pay your bills, reduce debt, save, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals to achieve greater financial stability.
To learn more, visit newventuresmaine.org or call 207-621-3440.
Source: New Ventures Maine
