BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Launchpad - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Launchpad REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190304T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T165013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T165013Z UID:1033-1551704400-1551715200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Exploring Enterprise / Group Initial Assessment - Doncaster DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide: \nDetails of the support available to help you start your business.\nDetails of the Business Plan Online package and how to register.\nInformation on Business Online sessions and all workshops.\nOpportunity to network with other start up businesses. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/exploring-enterprise-group-initial-assessment-doncaster-7/ LOCATION:Doncaster ORGANIZER;CN="Doncaster Chamber":MAILTO:businesssupport@doncaster-chamber.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190306 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T153732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T154259Z UID:1080-1551744000-1551830399@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Beginners Guide to Marketing DESCRIPTION:Looks at understanding your customer\, routes to market\, key messaging\, do’s and don’ts of effective marketing material and more. \nHalf Day Morning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/beginners-guide-to-marketing/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190305T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190305T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181211T170022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T170022Z UID:968-1551780000-1551801600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Marketing Essentials 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. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/marketing-essentials/ LOCATION:Worksop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190307 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T171101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T171101Z UID:1115-1551830400-1551916799@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Be More Effective In Your Business DESCRIPTION:Do you have problems managing all the admin in your business? Do you have any processes in placeto assist? Do you want your quotes to look professional and get paid on time? This workshop can help you develop a process to help and save money. \nMorning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/be-more-effective-in-your-business/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190306T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190306T123000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T171057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T171057Z UID:1046-1551864600-1551875400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:"It's not what you know but who you know" How To Network Effectively - Doncaster DESCRIPTION:Do you cringe at the thought of going to an event where you don’t know anyone but know that it could really help you gain new business? \nDo you wish you could be a more confident networker? \nAre you unsure how to go about networking? \nIf you have answered yes to any of these\, you are in no way shape or form alone. Networking can feel scary but this workshop will cover great hints and tips to help you get the most out of events that you may dread. You will get to think about networking in a different way that focuses on making quality connections and dare we say it\, you may even come to love it! URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/its-not-what-you-know-but-who-you-know-how-to-network-effectively-doncaster-3/ LOCATION:Doncaster ORGANIZER;CN="Doncaster Chamber":MAILTO:businesssupport@doncaster-chamber.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190306T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190306T210000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T135130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T135130Z UID:978-1551895200-1551906000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 1 - Ideas Workshop - Rotherham DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces an innovative process of understanding your customers in detail in order to develop desirable products and services that will sell. You will also learn about market research to help you establish if your idea is viable and assess the scale of your opportunity. \nTo book a place on this workshop please call Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331107 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-1-ideas-workshop-rotherham-9/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190307T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190307T163000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T141203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T141203Z UID:1070-1551963600-1551976200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating Engaging Social Media Content DESCRIPTION:No 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?  URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-engaging-social-media-content-3/ LOCATION:Barnsley ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Hinchliffe":MAILTO:clairehinchliffe@barnsley.gov.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190313 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T162613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T162613Z UID:1097-1552348800-1552435199@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Limited Company Workshop DESCRIPTION:This workshop dispels some of the myths and will explain how to register a Ltd company. \nAfternoon Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/limited-company-workshop/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190312T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190312T170000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T142957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T142957Z UID:1004-1552399200-1552410000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Basic bookkeeping and accounts - Rotherham DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers traditional bookkeeping methods and looks at modern software which matches the requirements of the “Making Tax Digital” agenda. \nTo book a place on this workshop please call Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331107 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/basic-bookkeeping-and-accounts-rotherham/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190313T091500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190313T161500 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T163754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T163754Z UID:1020-1552468500-1552493700@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Support Workshop (Day 1 of 2) - Doncaster DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to start your own business or have recently started trading and need support? \nDay 1 : Welcome and introduction\, business planning\, marketing\, advertising\, selling\, negotiating and customer care. \nWhy should I attend? \nHaving attended this 2 day workshop you will understand:\n· What each element of a business plan requires\n· Identifying your client base\n· What defines good customer care\n· Simple book-keeping and latest tax thresholds\n· Sales analysis and cash flow forecasting\n· The reasons behind good business record keeping. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/business-support-workshop-day-1-of-2-doncaster-4/ LOCATION:Doncaster ORGANIZER;CN="Doncaster Chamber":MAILTO:businesssupport@doncaster-chamber.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190313T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190313T163000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T140840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T140840Z UID:1068-1552482000-1552494600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Getting Started with Facebook DESCRIPTION:This workshop has been designed to get you started with\, and to help you understand the intrinsic benefit of having a Facebook Business Page. \nContent is very important when using Facebook and you will be taught what content to create and how to target and engage with your audience.  Danny will also educate you in how to spread the word by promoting your page to the right people. \nWe will also look at Facebook Ads and how to create a sales pipeline in Facebook.  A the end of the workshop delegates should have a good understanding of how to create\, maintain and utilise a Facebook Page to help grow their business through engaging Facebook users with ongoing interesting content and great offers. \nPLEASE NOTE:  Delegates will need to bring their own laptops or tablets so that they can log in to their personal Facebook accounts during the workshop. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/getting-started-with-facebook-3/ LOCATION:Barnsley ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Hinchliffe":MAILTO:clairehinchliffe@barnsley.gov.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190315 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T154647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T154647Z UID:1087-1552521600-1552607999@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Social Media DESCRIPTION:Tips and tricks to grow your social media presence on Twitter\, Facebook and LinkedIn. Attendees must have a basic knowledge of at least one platform. \nHalf day Morning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/social-media-3/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190314T091500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190314T161500 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T164522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T164522Z UID:1027-1552554900-1552580100@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Support Workshop (Day 2 of 2) - Doncaster DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to start your own business or have recently started trading and need support? \nDay 2 will cover: Legal status\, business records\, costing and pricing\, sales analysis\, financial forecasting\, legal requirements\, business insurance and basic bookkeeping. \nWhy should I attend? \nHaving attended this 2 day workshop you will understand:\n· What each element of a business plan requires\n· Identifying your client base\n· What defines good customer care\n· Simple book-keeping and latest tax thresholds\n· Sales analysis and cash flow forecasting\n· The reasons behind good business record keeping. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/business-support-workshop-day-2-of-2-doncaster-6/ LOCATION:Doncaster ORGANIZER;CN="Doncaster Chamber":MAILTO:businesssupport@doncaster-chamber.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190319 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T161242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T161242Z UID:1093-1552867200-1552953599@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Facebook Pages Workshop DESCRIPTION:Still confused by the changes to facebook company pages then this is the workshop for you. \nMorning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/facebook-pages-workshop/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190319 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190322 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181211T155011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T155656Z UID:959-1552953600-1553212799@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Exploring Enterprise Course - Prince's Trust - 3 days 19th to 21st March 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. \nCome along to our free three-day workshop starting 19th March to 21st March\, 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-3-days-19th-to-21st-march/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190319T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190319T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181211T165557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T165557Z UID:965-1552989600-1553011200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Social Media - Connecting to Customers DESCRIPTION:This 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 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. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/social-media-connecting-to-customers-2/ LOCATION:Retford END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190321 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T163214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T163214Z UID:1103-1553040000-1553126399@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Employing Staff - How to Protect Your Business DESCRIPTION:The workshop will address the duty of confidentiality\, loyalty and the use of specific clauses in the terms and conditions of staff aimed at protecting your business\, workforce and client base now and in the future.  \nMorning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/employing-staff-how-to-protect-your-business/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190320T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190320T210000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T135555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T135555Z UID:984-1553104800-1553115600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 2 - New Business Workshop Rotherham DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces a number of important considerations when starting a new business\, including the basics of branding\, routes to market\, customer focus\, day-to-day priorities\, legal considerations and business finance. You will assess your current position and identify how your business might operate\, creating goals to guide you on the path to success. \nTo book a place on this workshop please call Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331107. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-2-new-business-workshop-rotherham-10/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190322 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T153941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T153941Z UID:1082-1553126400-1553212799@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating a Marketing Plan DESCRIPTION:Covers the 7 p’s of marketing and works through the basics of a marketing plan\, inc business goals\, strategies\, tactics and measuring ROI (return on investment). \nHalf Day Morning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-a-marketing-plan/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190322T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T170751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T170751Z UID:1042-1553259600-1553270400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:The Perfect Pitch - Doncaster DESCRIPTION:If you find yourself awake at night worrying about that presentation you have to give or maybe you feel you don’t know where to start when planning a pitch to win new business? \nMaybe you find yourself stuck when presenting to a room full of people? \nThis session will include: \n· The purpose of a presentation \n· Knowing your audience \n· Do’s and don’ts \n· Structuring a presentation \n· Practising delivery URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/the-perfect-pitch-doncaster-3/ LOCATION:Doncaster ORGANIZER;CN="Doncaster Chamber":MAILTO:businesssupport@doncaster-chamber.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190326 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T163741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T163741Z UID:1107-1553472000-1553558399@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Basic Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION:For new starts and young businesses undertaking bookkeeping and accounts themselves. \nAfternoon Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/basic-bookkeeping-2/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190326 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T171350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T171350Z UID:1117-1553472000-1553558399@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Master the Art of Public Speaking DESCRIPTION:Spend 2 enlightening and transformational hours understanding how to master the art of public speaking. Learn from the experts at Public Speaking Academy\, widely regarded as leaders in their field\, they have worked with some of the largest businesses and organisations in the country\, as well as politicians and even royalty! \nAfternoon Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/master-the-art-of-public-speaking/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190328 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181211T155333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T155333Z UID:961-1553472000-1553731199@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Exploring Enterprise Course - Prince's Trust - 3 days 25th - 27th March 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. \nCome along to our free three-day workshop starting 25th March to 27st March\, 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-3-days-25th-27th-march/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190327 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T164004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T164004Z UID:1109-1553558400-1553644799@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Exploring Finance Options - Start-Up/Early Stage Businesses DESCRIPTION:For start-up/early stage businesses. Gain an insight into the different finance solutions available in the current market place as well as assessing the advantages/disadvantages of each finance route. \nMorning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/exploring-finance-options-start-upearly-stage-businesses/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190327T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190327T210000 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181214T140058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181214T140058Z UID:990-1553709600-1553720400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 3 - Basic Book Keeping and Accounts Rotherham DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers record keeping\, accountancy methods\, legal status\, HMRC registration\, tax and VAT plus what you can and can’t claim regarding expenses. \nTo book a place on this workshop please call Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331107 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-3-basic-book-keeping-and-accounts-rotherham-9/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190330 DTSTAMP:20260628T020547 CREATED:20181218T164245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T164245Z UID:1111-1553817600-1553903999@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Insurance - Don't Pay More Than You Have To DESCRIPTION:Insurance is one of those things you know you need\, to protect yourself and your business\, and to stay the right side of the law\, but no one wants to pay more than they have to. \nMorning Session URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/business-insurance-dont-pay-more-than-you-have-to/ LOCATION:Sheffield END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR