Even in the best of times, running a business is an act of vulnerability. From the financial unknowns, to the fear of failure, being a business owner is ripe for feelings of insecurity of every kind. The pandemic has been a source of tremendous stress, increasing the sense of self-doubt for many business owners. Working […]
The Child Care Business Lab Get Licensed program is cohort-based so you are learning alongside others with similar dreams and facing similar challenges. This group is focused on those interested in opening a child care in the Greater Portland area. You’ll get just as many great ideas from your colleagues in the program as you do […]
Do you spend time thinking about how there “has to be an easier way”, there “has to be a more effective way”, or there has to be something that can “do this thing better and faster than me”? As a small business owner, you most likely think about this a lot but may not know […]
Many female business owners find that they are repeatedly asked to do unpaid work, work that is not within their skill set, or work that leaves them tired and at risk of burnout. However, running a business is not inherently draining -- especially when you have the tools to set healthy boundaries. In this 6-week […]
You have your brand, you have your products and services, and you have the passion to share your business with your community on social media. Let’s take your marketing efforts […]
This will be held as a live webinar This 2.5 hour seminar on April 25, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. The course will cover […]
Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI), a nonprofit community development organization, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a one day live in-person class […]
Increase your website's visibility by implementing Search Engine Optimization. Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, is constantly evolving. It used to be that you could improve your SEO by using keywords […]
Join the CEI Women’s Business Center for an empowering day of learning and networking with female small business owners from across the state of Maine. Throughout the day, you will […]
The Business of Wellness Are you involved in a start-up or an ongoing wellness-related business? Massage, therapy, yoga, mindfulness, doula or other wellness related practice? Come share your experience or […]
