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SUMMARY:New business workshop module 2 (online)
DESCRIPTION:All business go through a process of gaining customers\, making sales\, delivering a product or service and customer aftercare.\nThis is the second in our group of three workshops covering important topics you need to think about when you are in the early stages or starting a business. \nWe’ll look at how you can use marketing to tell your customers about your business\, products and services and convince them to buy. We’ll also talk about branding and how to look after customers in order to build your reputation and grow sales. \nDuring the Coronavirus crisis we’re doing things a bit differently\, so the workshop will be delivered online. \nWhen \n16th Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/new-business-workshop-module-2-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200917T100000
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SUMMARY:Doing Business with the Public Sector - A New Opportunity - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of our series of special online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive in the Covid era.\nAbout this Event\nThe impact of Covid-19 is being felt widely for many businesses. As a result\, the safe and extensive marketplace that public tender opportunities provides is a welcome prospect for businesses who have not previously considered bidding and are now looking to diversify their marketplace. \nThis session aims to give businesses a greater insight into what is involved in bidding for public sector tenders\, where and how they can find out about opportunities and what information they need to have in place to be able to respond quickly and effectively> \nThis video workshop is hosted by experienced business management consultant\, Rachel Fletcher\, from FCS Associates. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/doing-business-with-the-public-sector-a-new-opportunity-tickets-117971478869
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/doing-business-with-the-public-sector-a-new-opportunity-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200917T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200917T140000
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SUMMARY:Selling With Amazon - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nAmazon is a powerful online marketplace platform which can help generate significant sales for your business. \nAny manufacturers/distributors/retailers not using Amazon\, or not using it to its full potential\, could be really missing a prime opportunity to grow their business\, not just in the UK\, but generating export sales all over the world. \nJoin us for this online workshop\, as Alex from Shelton Associates takes you through the basics of getting started on Amazon\, as well as selling in the current crisis and beyond. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/selling-with-amazon-tickets-118133784329
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/selling-with-amazon-online-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200918T100000
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SUMMARY:Selling Online in the Covid Era - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nThe Coronavirus pandemic has shown businesses the real value of selling online. \nAimed at businesses looking to get started with online selling\, this 1 hour webinar introduces you to a range of powerful platforms to help you explore the options for selling your products\, both during this current crisis and beyond. \nHosed by as Alex from Shelton Associates\, this session will help you decide on the right platforms for you and your business. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/selling-online-in-the-covid-era-tickets-118039008853
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/selling-online-in-the-covid-era-online-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T130000
DTSTAMP:20200630T061157Z
CREATED:20200630T061157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T061157Z
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SUMMARY:Business Growth Accelerator Workshop - Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:4 half day sessions 9.30 – 13:00 each day \nIs this event for me? \nThe Business Growth Accelerator Programme is an essential workshop for anyone who is looking to grow their business. If you are a pre-start or an established business this workshop will help you plan to implement your strategy for growth. Delivered over 4 half day sessions this is a very interactive workshop which will ensure you learn what you need to do to grow your business and achieve your objectives. \nDon’t worry if you can’t make all the 4 sessions as each day will be accessible and ensure that you will benefit from the knowledge and strategies delivered.      \nWhy should I attend? \nYou will learn how to speed up growth in many ways including: assessing your current market position\, competitor analysis\, brand development and selecting the right marketing option for your business. You will benefit by leaving these sessions with an outlined plan on how to implement improvements into your own business. \nWorkshop deliverers:\nGlyn Cartwight\, Consultancy Academy. Glyn is also Managing Director of five companies\, primarily in construction products\, and operating in 30 countries. In addition to his extensive business experience\, Glyn undertook an MBA and is currently completing a Doctorate in Business Growth. \nChiles Cartwright is a serial entrepreneur\, multiple business owner\, property developer\, Sheffield University MBA supervisor and key note speaker. Chiles has worked in a senior capacity at some of the biggest know companies including L’Oreal and Nokia. A founding member of the Guild of Entrepreneurs and a former contestant of BBC 1’s ‘The Apprentice’\, Chiles is passionate about supporting start-up businesses. \ncontact caktin@doncaster-chamber.co.uk for further details \nto register please follow this link https://doncaster-chamberyss.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/2366 \nFree to Launchpad Clients
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/business-growth-accelerator-workshop-via-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200921T200000
DTSTAMP:20200908T142039Z
CREATED:20200908T140949Z
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SUMMARY:Promoting your business on social media (online)
DESCRIPTION:Social media can be a very effective way to promote your businesses and engage directly with customers.\nThrough attending this session\, you’ll learn how to set up and build your business’ social media presence. We’ll explore key social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram for business. You’ll discover how to use them to build brand awareness\, engage with customers and increase sales. \nThis workshop will be held on Zoom\, so you’ll need to download the free app before the session. \nWhen \n21st Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue\nZoom \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/promoting-your-business-on-social-media-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200923T123000
DTSTAMP:20200908T112521Z
CREATED:20200618T121908Z
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SUMMARY:Module 3 : Marketing Your Business - Online session
DESCRIPTION:About The Event\nNo one can buy from you if they don’t know your business exists. You will need to work hard to get your message out there & promote your products or service. In order to do that effectively\, you will need to develop a clear & detailed marketing strategy. \nTopics Covered: \nUnderstanding your target market & why they buy\nCreating a Brand\nRoutes to Market\nCustomers Buying Cycle\nCreating a Marketing Plan\nCreating Marketing Content \nEvent Information: \nThis will be an online interactive session. Joining instructions will be sent to you via email at least an hour before the session starts. \nTo book follow this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/module-3-marketing-your-business-tickets-110096232796
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-3-marketing-your-business-online-session-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T100000
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DTSTAMP:20200908T131555Z
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UID:3024-1600855200-1600855200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pivoting Your Business - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nDesigned especially for small businesses\, this virtual workshop is aimed at those considering a ‘pivot’ – in other words\, altering the way they operate\, offering new products and services\, or tackling new markets or opportunities. \nThe workshop will examine examples of successful pivots\, and analyse why they worked\, review the strategic considerations around changing a business at this time and give practical advice/tips on how to plan for and achieve a pivot. \nAll businesses will have an opportunity to discuss their pivots during the session and/or to book onto 1:1 support afterwards. This video workshop will be hosted by an experienced business advisor\, using the popular Zoom meeting software. \nThis workshop\, which includes sufficient time for open discussion and a mid-session break\, will last for 2 to 2.5 hrs (depending on the number of participants). Please ensure that you are able to commit to these timings before you book. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pivoting-your-business-tickets-118013821517
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/pivoting-your-business-online-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200923T200000
DTSTAMP:20200908T142117Z
CREATED:20200908T141258Z
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UID:3047-1600884000-1600891200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:New business workshop module 3 (online)
DESCRIPTION:Everything in a business eventually relates to money. By understanding your costs and income you are better able to make important decisions every day.\nThis is the third in our course of 3 workshops looking at the most important areas of what you need to know to start and run a business. \nWe’ll look at all the costs associated with your business including marketing\, materials\, manufacturing\, premises\, staff\, equipment\, etc. and then talk about how to keep financial records\, VAT\, tax\, insurance and the legal status of your business. \nDuring the Coronavirus crisis we’re doing things a bit differently\, so the workshop will be delivered online. \nWhen \n23rd Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue\nOnline \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/new-business-workshop-module-3-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T100000
DTSTAMP:20200908T131943Z
CREATED:20200908T131943Z
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UID:3026-1600941600-1600941600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Managing Cashflow for Established Businesses - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops and webinars on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nPositive cashflow management is more important than ever for businesses\, as we phase out of the Covid-19 lockdown. Designed for especially for more established SMEs\, this workshop looks at some of the key cashflow areas with practical tools and guidance. \nTopics that will be covered during this session include cashflow forecasting\, managing working capital and accessing finance such as the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) and Bounce Back Loans. \nThis workshop will be hosted by an experienced business advisor and will be updated to reflect the latest support available to businesses. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/managing-cashflow-for-established-businesses-trading-for-3-years-tickets-118011241801
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/managing-cashflow-for-established-businesses-online-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T130000
DTSTAMP:20200908T132204Z
CREATED:20200908T132204Z
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UID:3028-1600952400-1600952400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Top Tips for Starting Up - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops and webinars on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nConsidering starting a business? Have no clue where to start? Join our specialist Start Up Business Advisors as they take you through the basics\, to help get you going. \nFrom business planning to legalities\, this session will cover everything you need to consider when starting a business. \nAfter completing this session there will be a series of follow-up sessions. Working in smaller groups\, these will cover more detailed information on cashflow management and tax responsibilities\, to help guide you through the key stages of starting up-arranged as appropriate with businesses. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/top-tips-for-starting-up-tickets-117955898267
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/top-tips-for-starting-up-online-workshop-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T200000
DTSTAMP:20200908T142147Z
CREATED:20200908T141433Z
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SUMMARY:Search Engine Optimisation and Google Analytics (online)
DESCRIPTION:It doesn’t matter how good your website is if your customers can’t find it!\nAt this workshop you’ll learn about how to make it easier for people to find your website online to help your business grow. You’ll find out about the principles of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)\, the process of optimising a website so that it performs well in search engines including Google. \nWe’ll also talk about Google Analytics\, a very useful digital marketing tool which allows you to measure and improve the results of your marketing campaigns. \nJoin us for this workshop to gain insight and learn more. \nWhen \n24th Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue\nZoom \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/search-engine-optimisation-and-google-analytics-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200925T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200925T120000
DTSTAMP:20200731T093646Z
CREATED:20200731T093646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T093646Z
UID:2952-1601028000-1601035200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creating Engaging Social Media - Online
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Tickets \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-engaging-social-media-content-tickets-115022360978 \nNo matter which social media platforms you and your business are on\, you can’t rely on putting ‘Buy now’ links on there or just sharing things other people have created. You need to create your own content. But where do you start? How do you find out ideas and what tools will you need? \nIn this session you will learn: \nWhat your ideal customers are interested in\nHow to generate ideas for content\nSources for content\nMulti-use content\, how one bit of content can be used multiple times\nTool to help you create content \nThis session is being run by Bigfoot Digital. They live\, love and breathe online marketing. Bigfoot Digital have a genuine passion for all things digital and embrace the thrill of a new challenge.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-engaging-social-media-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200928T100000
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DTSTAMP:20200908T132406Z
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UID:3030-1601287200-1601287200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide to Marketing - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nCovering the do’s and don’ts of marketing\, this session aims to help you develop your key messages and routes to market with practical guided exercises. \nWhile this session has been tailored to offer advice during the Covid-era\, it will also provide you with basic principles that will continue to work beyond this. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beginners-guide-to-marketing-tickets-118025313891
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/beginners-guide-to-marketing-online-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200928T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200928T200000
DTSTAMP:20200908T142219Z
CREATED:20200908T141608Z
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UID:3051-1601316000-1601323200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Getting started with your marketing strategy and branding (online)
DESCRIPTION:It doesn’t matter how good your products and services are if no-one knows about them!\nThis workshop will help you get to grips with the marketing and promotion of your new business. We’ll focus on building a strong foundation for your marketing activities and explore how to implement promotions that yield results. \nYou’ll also discover how to create a brand and raise the profile of your new venture. \nDue to the Coronavirus pandemic we’re doing things a bit differently – this workshop will be hosted online. \nWhen \n28th Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue\nOnline \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/getting-started-with-your-marketing-strategy-and-branding-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200929T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200929T100000
DTSTAMP:20200908T132924Z
CREATED:20200908T132924Z
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UID:3035-1601373600-1601373600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Building A Business Around Software/Apps - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of our series of special online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive in the Covid era.\nAbout this Event\nAside to the negative aspects\, lockdown has created an opportunity for new technology-based products\, services and business models. \nDesigned especially for pre-start and very early stage businesses who have ideas for launching a new software-based businesses or App\, this virtual workshop will cover the common pitfalls and ‘Best Practise’ steps to success involved in this type of business. \nOur Tech Scale-Up Advisor will help equip you with the knowledge you need to build a strong foundation for your software business in a session packed with practical advice and guidance for these crucial early stages\, which covers key concepts such as Minimum Viable Product\, Business Model and Team as well as many others. \nAdditional\, self-guided exercises that you can complete after the session will be provided\, and further 1:1 support for those that are ready to progress\, is also available. \nFor more information or to book a place please contact https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-a-business-around-software-apps-tickets-118028356993
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/building-a-business-around-software-apps-online-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200929T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200929T130000
DTSTAMP:20200908T132707Z
CREATED:20200908T132707Z
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UID:3032-1601384400-1601384400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Dos & Don'ts - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nJoin Sheffield digital agency\, Arise\, as they share their top tips and insights on how you should be utilising digital marketing\, both throughout and beyond the days of the Coronavirus pandemic. \nWith a particular focus on social media and websites\, they’ll take you through the critical messages you need to be communicating\, while considering your brand identity\, maintaining your audience\, as well as targeting new audiences. \nThey’ll also be providing practical examples of how to\, and how not to promote your business online. \nWith a tenacious team of digital marketing enthusiasts\, Arise are one of the UK’s top digital specialists in social media and web design for the hospitality and tourism sectors. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/digital-marketing-dos-and-donts-tickets-118026692013
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/digital-marketing-dos-donts-online-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200929T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200929T160000
DTSTAMP:20200630T060722Z
CREATED:20200630T060722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T060722Z
UID:2825-1601386200-1601395200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:How To Use Your Time Effectively - Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please note this workshop is for businesses who have been trading for under three years\, or people who are looking to start a business\, Social Enterprise or charity in the Sheffield City Region. \n‘Are there really not enough hours in the day’?\nHow to manage your time more effectively\nDo you find yourself always wishing there were more hours in the day?\nDo you often feel frustrated because you never seem to get through your to do list?\nDo you regularly find yourself working more hours a day than you want to?\nWho should attend?\nThis course will be particularly useful for people who i) may start the day off with the best intentions of what they need to get done but then get easily distracted; ii) people working far more hours than they want to and iii) those who may want to be better at how they manage their time.\nWhat will the course cover?\nThe session will help you consider what are your time stealers and ways of overcoming them. You will learn ways and techniques that will help you improve how you use your time in your professional life as well as your personal life.\nLearning outcomes:\n1) Understand why effective time management is important to them.\n2) Identify the key blocks that stop you from losing your time momentum.\n3) Describe key strategies to improve your time management.\n4) Understand how to utilize different approaches in your work and personal life \nContact catkin@doncaster-chamber.co.uk for further information \nTo register please follow this link https://doncaster-chamberyss.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/2033 \nFree for members and non-members. Please note this workshop is for businesses who have been trading for under three years\, or people who are looking to start a business\, Social Enterprise or charity in the Sheffield City Region and is delivered under the Launchpad and Community Welath Builder contracts.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/how-to-use-your-time-effectively-via-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200930T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200930T100000
DTSTAMP:20200908T133120Z
CREATED:20200908T133120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T133120Z
UID:3037-1601460000-1601460000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creating A Marketing Plan - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nThere are many advantages to having a robust marketing plan\, which could be all the more important to your business during these uncertain times. \nThis session aims to take you through goals\, strategies\, tactics and more\, to enable you to focus your activity and create an effective marketing plan to reach your customers. \nWhile this session has been tailored to offer advice during the Covid era\, it will also provide you with basic principles that will continue to work beyond this too. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-a-marketing-plan-tickets-118037030937
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-a-marketing-plan-online-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200930T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200930T130000
DTSTAMP:20200908T133347Z
CREATED:20200908T133347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T133347Z
UID:3039-1601470800-1601470800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Grants to Support Business Recovery & Growth - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of our series of special online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive in the Covid era.\nAbout this Event\nEver wondered what grants might be available to help grow your business and how to apply for them? If so\, this workshop is for you. \nThis session cover all the basics\, inclsuing: \nEver wondered what grants might be available to help you grow your business and how to apply for them? If so\, this workshop is for you. The workshop will cover: \nWhat is grant funding?\nDifferences between grants and other types of funding\nWhen applying for grant funding is a good idea\nGrant funding themes\nEligible expenditure\nWhat grants are available locally for your business\nHow to keep up to date on available grants\nHow to write a winning grant application\nThis video workshop is hosted by experienced business management consultant\, Rachel Fletcher\, from FCS Associates. \nFor more information or to book a place please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grants-to-support-business-recovery-and-growth-tickets-118037967739
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/grants-to-support-business-recovery-growth-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200930T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200930T200000
DTSTAMP:20200908T142245Z
CREATED:20200908T141830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T142245Z
UID:3053-1601488800-1601496000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Getting your business started (online)
DESCRIPTION:Most businesses can’t afford not to have an online presence.\nThis workshop will take you through the basics of establishing an online presence for your business. \nWe’ll cover the basics such as choosing domain names and web hosting and help you explore different options available to sell your products and services online. \nWhen \n30th Sep 2020\, 06:00pm — 08:00pm\nVenue\nOnline \nSpaces are limited – to register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool: \nEmail: info@rido.org.uk \nTel: 01709 331111 \nThe workshop is free to attend and forms part of the Sheffield City Region Launchpad programme.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/getting-your-business-started-online/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201017
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UID:3093-1601856000-1602892799@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Exploring Enterprise Course - Prince's Trust -  5th to 16th October 2020 Online
DESCRIPTION:Our Enterprise programme  helps 18 to 30-year-olds turn their big ideas into a business reality. With so much advice\, guidance and support on offer for budding entrepreneurs. \nJoin our online workshops starting 5th to 16th October 2020\, comprising of 6 x 2hr Sessions across 2 a week period\, which could even land you a Level 1 Award in Exploring Enterprise.\nThe programme provides:\n1: An inspirational talk from a business expert\, giving you the chance to think about your personal goals and skills. We’ll also spend some time discussing personal finance and exploring legal structures.\n2: What’s a great business idea without a plan to promote it? We talk marketing and selling.\n3: Let’s focus on finance\, including dealing with HMRC\, pricing and managing your money in a business.\n4: There’s no time like the present to begin thinking about business plans\, so today you’ll start to consider your next steps. \nFor more information and to book a place call free on 0800842842 or text free on 07983 385418. Online – www.princes-trust.org.uk/contact-us
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/exploring-enterprise-course-princes-trust-5th-to-16th-october-2020-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201005T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201005T203000
DTSTAMP:20200923T122235Z
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UID:3085-1601920800-1601929800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Advanced Social Media - Zoom workshop
DESCRIPTION:During this session we’ll explore advanced techniques to create social media\nengagement to promote your business. You’ll learn how to plan and create\nadvertising campaigns\, collaborate with influencers in your sector and use\nother tools to enhance your content.\nYou will need to download the zoom app before the session which is free.\nTo register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool\nEmail: julia.millea@rotherham.gov.uk darren.mcdool@rotherham.gov.uk\nTel: 01709 331111
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/advanced-social-media-zoom-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201006T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201006T133000
DTSTAMP:20200908T111930Z
CREATED:20200618T122704Z
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UID:2727-1601976600-1601991000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Module 1: Foundation of your business - Online session
DESCRIPTION:About The Event\nBusiness Planning is essential if you are to turn your ideas into a successful business. This workshop will help you consolidate your ideas\, highlight any gaps in your plans and give you a framework to your planning process to ensure you can take your idea or current business forward with confidence. \nWhat we cover: \nWhat’s your why?\nBusiness Model Canvas \nValue Proposition\nCustomer Segments\nSales Channels\nCustomer Relationships\nSales\nKey Activities\nKey Resources\nKey Partners\nCost Structures \nTo book follow this link  https://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/events/module-1-foundations-of-your-business-5/
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-1-foundation-of-your-business-online-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201006T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201006T153000
DTSTAMP:20200924T102344Z
CREATED:20200924T102344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T102344Z
UID:3110-1601976600-1601998200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials For Your Business - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This full day FREE workshop will explain the key concepts in marketing and give participants the opportunity to apply them to their business. \nThe workshop will help businesses choose the most appropriate marketing methods for their products or services and produce a Marketing Action Plan to take their business forward. \nTo book your FREE place\, please contact Fiona Humpage on 01909 533 498 or email fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/marketing-essentials-for-your-business-online-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201009T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201009T120000
DTSTAMP:20200908T113028Z
CREATED:20200908T113028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T113028Z
UID:3001-1602237600-1602244800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Making LinkedIn Work for Your Business - Online
DESCRIPTION:Get Your Tickets \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-linkedin-work-for-your-business-tickets-119441120607 \nAbout The Event\n***Please note\, this workshop is hosted by Barnsley Launchpad who supports start-ups & new businesses within the Sheffield City Region area. If you do not live within Sheffield City Region your place on this workshop may be cancelled. *** \nLinkedIn is the social network for business to business contacts. If you’re trying to reach a certain person or job role in an organisation\, you need to be using it. It’s also a great way for customers to find you. If you’re not registered you could be missing out on many new business opportunities. \nLike with all social media\, LinkedIn has its own feel and flow which can take a bit of time to get used to. This workshop will help guide you through all of that and get you ready to use it quickly. In the session you will cover: – \nIs LinkedIn the right Platform for your business?\nHow to set up an account\nCreating your business page\nHow to use groups\nDo you need LinkedIn Premium?\nThis session is being run by Bigfoot Digital. They live\, love and breathe online marketing. Bigfoot Digital have a genuine passion for all things digital and embrace the thrill of a new challenge.
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/making-linkedin-work-for-your-business-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201013T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201013T153000
DTSTAMP:20200916T085843Z
CREATED:20200916T085843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T085843Z
UID:3078-1602581400-1602603000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Social Media Connecting to Customers - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In the current economic climate\, businesses of all types – from start-ups to more established firms – are looking for cost effective ways to market themselves. \nSocial media can be one of those ways – or an enormous timewaster if implemented incorrectly! \nThis FREE 6-hour no-jargon workshop will help you develop a strategy to start out and then keep on top of social media\, to target the people that you need to reach with your message. \nLooking predominately at Instagram\, Facebook\, Twitter and LinkedIn you will understand how these sites can bring real advantages to your business – as well as what pitfalls you need to avoid. \nBy the end of the workshop you’ll have developed an Action Plan to move your Social Media strategy forward\, as well as access to other free online resources to help you on your journey too! \nRegardless of what workshop you attend and if eligible\, you’ll also have access to a 1-2-1 appointment to further discuss your business needs. \nTo book your FREE place\, please contact Fiona Humpage on 01909 533 498 or email fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/social-media-connecting-to-customers-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201013T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201013T120000
DTSTAMP:20200908T113251Z
CREATED:20200908T113251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T113251Z
UID:3004-1602583200-1602590400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Gain More Business from your Website (SEO) - Online
DESCRIPTION:***Please note\, this workshop is hosted by Barnsley Launchpad who supports start-ups & new businesses within the Sheffield City Region area. If you do not live within Sheffield City Region your place on this workshop may be cancelled. *** \nYour website is your online shop front. It is all well and good having an all signing\, all dancing website\, but it is no good without any traffic! This workshop will help you to understand the different ways in which you can generate website traffic. We’ll cover the various different marketing channels that can be used to generate website traffic\, including\, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to help you to understand how to rank your website on the first page of the search results when your customers are searching for your products or services. \nWe’ll cover the following:\nThe different channels of marketing that can drive traffic to the website\nWhat is SEO and how a new business can get the most out of it\nOptimising for long-tail key phrases\nHow blog posts can help SEO\nBasics of backlinks\n How to convert website traffic into leads and sales – conversion optimisation\n How to influence your visitors actions creating urgency\n Utilising Google My business\n The power of FAQ’s and customer reviews as a way of capturing visitor details. \nThis session is run by Bigfoot Digital\, an award-winning Barnsley-based digital marketing agency with years of experience in creating winning online strategies for a range of clients. \nto book your place follow this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gain-more-business-from-your-website-search-engine-optimisation-tickets-119436388453
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/gain-more-business-from-your-website-seo-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201013T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201013T140000
DTSTAMP:20201007T125810Z
CREATED:20201007T125810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T125810Z
UID:3127-1602597600-1602597600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Dos & Don'ts - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of a series of online workshops on themes to help Sheffield businesses survive and thrive beyond the Covid-era.\nAbout this Event\nJoin Sheffield digital agency\, Arise\, as they share their top tips and insights on how you should be utilising digital marketing\, both throughout and beyond the days of the Coronavirus pandemic. \nWith a particular focus on social media and websites\, they’ll take you through the critical messages you need to be communicating\, while considering your brand identity\, maintaining your audience\, as well as targeting new audiences. \nThey’ll also be providing practical examples of how to\, and how not to promote your business online. \nWith a tenacious team of digital marketing enthusiasts\, Arise are one of the UK’s top digital specialists in social media and web design for the hospitality and tourism sectors. \nPlease note: This workshop is hosted as a Zoom. You must have a computer\, laptop or tablet with at least a 10” screen\, and microphone and audio capabilities in order to access the Workshop. A camera/webcam is optional\, but recommended. A free Zoom account is also required. Further instructions on how to access the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nFor more information or to book a place visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/digital-marketing-dos-and-donts-tickets-122569303085
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/digital-marketing-dos-donts-online-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201014T100000
DTSTAMP:20201007T124547Z
CREATED:20201007T124547Z
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UID:3119-1602669600-1602669600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beginner's Guide to Marketing - Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Covering the do’s and don’ts of marketing\, this session aims to help you develop your key messages and routes to market with practical guided exercises. \nWhile this session has been tailored to offer advice during the Covid-era\, it will also provide you with basic principles that will continue to work beyond this. \nPlease note: This workshop is hosted as a Zoom. You must have a computer\, laptop or tablet with at least a 10” screen\, and microphone and audio capabilities in order to access the Workshop. A camera/webcam is optional\, but recommended. A free Zoom account is also required. Further instructions on how to access the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nFor more information or to book a place visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beginners-guide-to-marketing-tickets-122566964089
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/beginners-guide-to-marketing-online-workshop-4/
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