Mind Your Own Business

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What is your business WHY? Does the idea of preparing a business plan feel overwhelming? Do you feel more excited about your product or service than the business side of things? […]

The Fundamentals of Accepting Payments and POS

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Starting a new business can be overwhelming due to the sheer number of decisions required. The adage “You don’t know what you don’t know” can lead to hasty choices or […]

Child Care Business Lab: Explore How to Turn Your Home into a Family Child Care

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Did you know that family child care providers are able to open their doors within 8 months and earn $45,000 in their first year of operation? If you want to start your own child care business and are considering operating out of your house or apartment, this session is for you! Join to learn more […]

Scaling Up: From Strategy to Action

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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, […]

February Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet, Share, & Connect

We Gather 284 Main St Ste 300, Wilton, ME, United States

Join WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! We meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners, at any stage. Come together to connect, share expertise, and learn from each other about running a business. Location: We […]

Understanding Processing Rates – The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

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Beyond family, home, and health, a business might be someone’s most significant investment. For businesses that accept credit and debit card payments, the world of merchant processing can be confusing and vague. Many business owners struggle to understand their options and often find it challenging to decipher monthly statements; that’s if they even have the […]

Instagram 101: Optimizing Your Profile

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Instagram is an always-evolving, powerful social marketing tool to stay connected to your target audience. In this interactive 1-hour virtual workshop, WBC Social Media Consultant, Katie Kelley, will discuss how to optimize your Instagram profile for brand visibility. We’ll cover the best practices for growing your following organically, what posting frequency makes the most sense for your […]

Child Care Business Lab: Explore Improving Your Credit Score

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This session is designed for any child care providers who want to know more about their credit score! Take the first step to improving your financial wellness by joining this session led by Jill Lorom, financial counselor with CEI. Jill is passionate about helping child care providers understand credit scoring and how to protect, build, […]

February Biz Fit: It’s Getting Hot In Here – Climate Change + Your Business

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We can’t ignore the hot, the cold, the storms; how do you adjust within your business? How do you mitigate environmental impact caused by your business? How is your business impacted by the environment and climate? What are small steps you (can) take to grow your business in a healthy way? Bring your coffee or […]