Harness the power of social media to grow your audience and boost your brand—one post at a time. This dynamic class dives deep into crafting scroll-stopping content tailored for each platform, from Instagram reels to Twitter threads. Learn how to write engaging captions, spark viral shares, and use storytelling to build authentic connections that keep followers coming back. You’ll also discover savvy strategies to turn likes and comments into real income by monetizing your social presence like a pro. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Enrolling in Medicare can feel like opening a puzzle that’s all sky. It’s hard to know where to start. But, much like with puzzles, a little help goes a long way. That’s why I’m hosting Getting Started with Medicare —an informational event to help explain your options: You’ll learn: Your current Medicare coverage options. The benefits and costs of each plan. Key points to consider with each plan. Thrivent is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.

Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start up workshop you will ever find. You will discover: More than 250 legitimate home business ideas Mandatory legal documentation Many ways to market your product/service How to take tax deductions (this workshop included!) Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Introduction to Medicare Part A and B, Part C and D, Medicare supplements, when to enroll, and special enrollments periods.

Unlock the secrets to earning money around the clock. This dynamic class teaches you practical strategies and step-by-step tools to develop, launch, and automate income- generating products that keep working for you with minimal ongoing effort. You’ll learn how to identify profitable opportunities (50 ideas included!), build irresistible offerings, master automated sales and marketing systems, and scale your income streams—all while protecting your work and overcoming common hurdles. Get ready to transform your ideas into a powerful, passive income machine that works day and night. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Social Security is a vital income source for many retirees. But it can be a confusing topic, and making the most of it can have a lot to do with timing it right. This workshop can help attendees get answers to their questions and learn what Social Security can mean for them.

Looking for ways to make money online? Turn your ideas or homemade products into income by starting an online business. You will learn how to: Find a gap in a niche market and fill it Build your own website, and market your business effectively (including SEO) so Potential customers will find you; Take care of business forms and taxes; Create multiple sources of income (including Affiliate commissions). You’ll also get info about the 25 most popular online businesses to start. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a Chamber of Commerce Past President, current author/editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) offer valuable tax-deferred growth opportunities, but understanding how and when taxes may impact those assets is an important part of retirement planning. This educational workshop explores the five phases of an IRA: accumulation, opportunity zone, required minimum distributions (RMDs), first death, and second death. Attendees will learn how tax considerations evolve throughout each phase of an IRA and how thoughtful planning may help maximize retirement.

Transitioning a family farm, business, cabin, or other cherished property can be complex and emotional. This educational workshop provides a foundational understanding of common transition challenges and strategies to help address them. Attendees will learn how to identify potential obstacles, protect assets, facilitate effective communication, and develop a plan that supports a smooth transition while preserving family relationships.

It's critical to have a solid understanding of the tax status of investments to make informed decisions and avoid paying more than the fair share. In this seminar, attendees learn: How future tax changes may create the potential for higher taxes. Ways to create tax-free retirement income. How Social Security is taxed. How to work efficiently within current tax brackets.