New Ventures Maine is scheduled to offer tuition-free online and in-person workshops and classes in March.

The sessions cover three program areas: career, business and financial education.

Workshops and classes are designed to help Mainers gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money, according to a news release from Jennifer DeJoy, communications and development manager with New Ventures Maine.

The full class schedule is updated frequently at newventuresmaine.org.

Online and in-person classes in the three program areas include:

Manage Your Money

My Money Works: Wednesdays, March 1-29, 6-7 p.m. Online. Gain the skills and confidence needed to stretch money, pay bills, reduce debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals with a plan to achieve greater financial stability.

Managing Your Money: Thursdays, March 16-30, 10-11 a.m. Online. Learn to budget, repair credit, and create a savings plan. Join one, two, or all three workshops. March 16: Budgeting Basics; March 23: Let’s Talk About Credit; March 30: Build Your Savings.

Build Your Career

Connecting Women to Construction Careers: Thursday, March 2, 10-11:30 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. Online. This virtual session is designed for women and underrepresented workers to explore high-wage careers within the construction trades as well as low-cost or no-cost training programs and job opportunities.

Building Confidence: Thursday, March 2-16, 10-11:30 a.m. Online. Whether navigating recent changes, looking for a job, starting a business, or simply want to be more confident, join this class to assess confidence and learn concrete tools to help build confidence and keep it strong.

Making Career Choices: Tuesday, March 7, 10-11 a.m. or 6:30-7:30 p.m. Online. Ready for a career change but don’t know where to start? This workshop will point one in the right direction. What to consider when making a career choice and resources to help one succeed will be covered. (Also offered Tuesday, March 21, 10-11 a.m.)

Job Search Workshops: Tuesdays, March 14-28, 10-11 a.m. Online. Ready for a new job or a career change? Join one, two, or all three of these workshops. March 14: Job Search Strategies; March 21: Resume Strategies; March 28: Interview Strategies.

Changing Jobs: Finding Work That Fits: Wednesdays, March 22-April 5, 6-7:30 p.m. Online. Considering a job change? This online class designed for women will help them identify work options and benefits that align with their interests, skills and values.

Start a Business

Introduction to Self-Employment: Tuesday, March 7, noon-1 p.m. Online. Is self-employment the right choice? The class covers the pros and cons of owning an own business, steps needed for startup, major elements of a business plan, and resources to help one  succeed.

Tax Readiness for the Self-Employed: Thursday, March 9, noon-1 p.m. Online. Learn how to organize financial records, understand tax responsibilities, become familiar with tax forms, and file taxes with confidence. This workshop is designed for sole proprietors.

Venturing Forth: Business Planning for Entrepreneurs: Mondays, March 13-June 12, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. In person in Brunswick. This 60-hour business planning course includes the following topics in depth: the customer, competition, marketing, record keeping, taxes, financing and legal aspects. For new or existing business owners. Applications are due by noon Friday, March 10.

Business Basics: Wednesdays, March 29-April 12, 10-11:30 a.m. Online. This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing and cash planning. It will help people assess the feasibility, desirability and viability of their business idea and get them started with a plan.

To learn more or sign up, visit newventuresmaine.org and choose a class, or call 207-621-3440.

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