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:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210301T104500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210301T104500 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T155653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T155653Z UID:3644-1614595500-1614595500@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating A Promotional Marketing Calendar - 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\nCreating a marketing and promotional calendar – tapping into special events to develop activities to engage customers and boost your sales. \nHosted by retail expert Clare Bailey\, this interactive session will dig into the opportunities to create promotions\, events and marketing content\, that allow you to link your products to calendar events (think Valentines\, Mother’s Day\, Easter\, May Day\, Wimbledon\, Rugby\, Football\, Cricket – the list is limited only by your imagination). \nClare will take you through the online and offline promotional opportunities to customers\, using engaging visuals\, social media hooks and your shop window as your billboard. The focus will be on spotlighting and added value services rather than on discounting. \nDesigned as an interactive session\, attendees are encouraged to bring their ideas for promotions to share. Clare will create a template marketing and promotional calendar- using her ideas and yours- which will be shared after the session as a toolkit for your business to develop a year round reason for customers to visit you in person or online. \nZoom meeting info will be sent on the morning of this event. For those unable to attend\, a recording of the event will be made available afterwards\, along with the workshop presentation slides to anyone registered for the event. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-a-promotional-marketing-calendar-online-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210301T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210301T120000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T155921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T155921Z UID:3647-1614600000-1614600000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Where to Start With Social - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Wondering about social media? Need help working out which platforms are best for your business\, planning what you should be saying and making sure you aren’t wasting your time? Not to worry\, help is at hand. \nIf you’ve been feeling the pressure to get your business more social or already use Facebook\, but feel daunted about using other platforms\, join us for a virtual workshop with retail expert\, Clare Bailey. \nClare will get you to consider key audiences AKA your ideal customer\, the customer engagement tactics to suit them and work out which social media platforms they typically use and where you need to be visible. \nShe’ll also take you through what types of content your ideal customer wants to see from you\, how often you should post and how to measure the success of your social activity to know you’re on the right track. \nThis session aims to help you plan your social engagement approach in a way that drives value and ensures that you don’t waste any of your valuable time. Clare will be drawing on one of her previous workshops held earlier this year- 10 Step to Retail Success\, which is available to watch online here: https://vimeo.com/500020646 \nZoom meeting info will be sent on the morning of this event. For those unable to attend\, a recording of the event will be made available afterwards\, along with the workshop presentation slides to anyone registered for the event. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/where-to-start-with-social-online-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210301T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210301T203000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T124711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T124711Z UID:3624-1614621600-1614630600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Marketing Content Your Customers Will Love - Online DESCRIPTION:This session will explore how to plan and create marketing content to\npromote your business\, gain valuable marketing insight and strengthen\nyour brand. We’ll explore the different types of content\, ways to\nrepurpose content\, timesaving techniques\, and the basics of a direct\nmarketing campaign that uses the content you’ve gathered. \nPlease contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool to book a place 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/marketing-content-your-customers-will-love-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210303T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T124038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T124038Z UID:3601-1614794400-1614801600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 1 - Ideas Workshop - Online 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. \nFor more information or to book a place please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-1-ideas-workshop-online-4/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210305T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T103532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T103532Z UID:3599-1614938400-1614945600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Gain more business from your website (Google Ad's) - 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. *** \nAs a new business you need to attract new customers and paid advertising is great way to help people find out that you exist and a quick way to generate traffic. This workshop will cover paid advertising on Google AdWords. We will help you to understand how to set-up and structure your Google AdWords account to capture users who are actively searching for your products/ services. \nWe will cover: \nGoogle AdWords – ad types and purposes \nGoogle AdWords account set up and structure \nBidding on key words – match types \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. \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. \nThis session is run by the Enterprising Barnsley Launchpad Team. We provide free business support to new start ups & businesses in the first 3 years of trading who are in the Sheffield City Region area. If you would like to access additional business support or find out more you can fill out an online enquiry & we’ll be in touch to book you in for a telephone appointment: https://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/start-up/ \nto book follow this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gain-more-business-from-your-website-google-advertising-tickets-137610706327 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/gain-more-business-from-your-website-google-ads-online-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210308T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210308T170000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T104410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T104410Z UID:3602-1615208400-1615222800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 1 Foundation for Your Business 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. *** \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: \nBusiness Model Canvas \nValue Proposition\nCustomer Segments\nSales Channels\nCustomer Relationships\nSales\nKey Activities\nKey Resources\nKey Partners\nCost Structures \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. \nThis session is run by the Enterprising Barnsley Launchpad Team. We provide free business support to new start ups & businesses with under 10 employees\, who are in the Sheffield City Region area. If you would like to access additional business support or find out more please fill out an online enquiry on our website: https://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/start-up/ \nPlease follow this link to book \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/module-1-foundation-of-your-business-tickets-137610076443 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-1-foundation-for-your-business-online-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210310T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T124147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T124147Z UID:3620-1615399200-1615406400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 2 - New Business Workshop - Online 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. \nFor more information or to book a place please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-2-new-business-workshop-online-4/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210311T140000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T113627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T113627Z UID:3605-1615464000-1615471200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating Engaging Social Media Content - Online DESCRIPTION:Creating Engaging Social Media Content\nAbout this 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. *** \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 \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. \nFollow think link to book \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-engaging-social-media-content-tickets-137611131599 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-engaging-social-media-content-online-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210311T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T125722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T125722Z UID:3635-1615467600-1615474800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Create with Canva - Online DESCRIPTION:This 2 hour online session will help you become familiar with using Canva.\nCanva is a graphic design platform that allows users to create social media\ngraphics\, presentations\, posters and other visual content. \nPlease contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool to book a place 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/create-with-canva-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210312T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210312T100000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T160129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T160129Z UID:3649-1615543200-1615543200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Creating A Brand - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Businesses can create an effective brand by examining how their business works and what it means to customers. \nThis session will re-evaluate why branding matters and its power to influence\, using practical guided exercises to help you develop your own brand identity. \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. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/creating-a-brand-online-workshop-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210312T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T160339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T160339Z UID:3651-1615554000-1615554000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Top Tips for Starting Up - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Considering 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 today. \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. \nCall our gateway team on 0114 2245000 to book yourself a place on this workshop. \nPlease note: This is workshop is hosted as a Zoom meeting. 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 for accessing the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/top-tips-for-starting-up-online-workshop-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210315T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210119T112540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T112540Z UID:3491-1615800600-1615986000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Start Up Workshop 3 day workshop via Zoom DESCRIPTION:9:30 to 1pm each day. \nDoncaster Chamber \nPlease note this workshop is for businesses who have been trading in\, or people who are looking to start a business in the Sheffield City Region and is delivered under the Launchpad Contract. \nAre you looking to start your own business or have recently started trading and need support? Having attended this 3 day workshop you will understand: \nWhat each element of a business plan requires\nBusiness status\, set up and legal issues\nHow to identify your client base\nWhat defines good customer care\nSimple book-keeping and tax information\nSales analysis and cash flow forecasting\nThe reasons behind good business record keeping. \nFree for members and non-members \nBusiness Support 01302 640103 for further information \nto register \nhttps://business.doncaster-chamber.co.uk/events/details/launchpad-business-start-up-workshop-day-1-of-3-2593 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/business-start-up-workshop-3-day-workshop-via-zoom-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210315T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T133127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T133127Z UID:3642-1615800600-1615986000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Launchpad: Business Start Up Workshop (Day 1 of 3) DESCRIPTION:Please note this workshop is for businesses who have been trading in\, or people who are looking to start a business in the Sheffield City Region and is delivered under the Launchpad Contract. \nAre you looking to start your own business or have recently started trading and need support? Having attended this 3 day workshop you will understand: \nWhat each element of a business plan requires\nBusiness status\, set up and legal issues\nHow to identify your client base\nWhat defines good customer care\nSimple book-keeping and tax information\nSales analysis and cash flow forecasting\nThe reasons behind good business record keeping. \nFeedback from previous delegates: \n“So much useful information to start my business up”\n“Very good programme\, with helpful information throughout ” \nTo register https://doncaster-chamberyss.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/2593 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/launchpad-business-start-up-workshop-day-1-of-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210315T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210315T203000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T124917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T124917Z UID:3626-1615831200-1615840200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Marketing to keep your customers happy and profitable - Online DESCRIPTION:When you first launch your business\, you’ll focus on gaining as many customers as you can (customer acquisition). Once you’ve got the ball rolling it’s important to maintain the customer base that you’ve built to retain their custom (customer retention). \nWe’ll explore how to make the most of your existing customers to promote your business\, gain valuable marketing insight and strengthen your brand. \nTo register please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool \njulia.millea@rotherham.gov.ukDarren.mcdool@rotherham.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/marketing-to-keep-your-customers-happy-and-profitable-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210316T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T113845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T113845Z UID:3608-1615899600-1615910400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 2 Getting the Basics Right - Online DESCRIPTION:In the early stages of start-up\, finances can seem scary. It’s important to get things right from the start.\nAbout this 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. *** \nIn the early stages of start-up\, finances can seem scary. It’s important to get things right from the start but it’s not as complicated as you might think. This workshop will cover all the essentials for you to start your business understanding your reporting & tax duties and having a realistic and achievable financial plan. \nTopics covered: \nSurvival Budgets & Start-up Costs\nLegal Structures\nInsurance\nPricing your product or service\nCreating Cash Flow\nBookkeeping\nTax & NI\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. \nThis session is run by the Enterprising Barnsley Launchpad Team. We provide free business support to new start ups & businesses in the first 3 years of trading who are in the Sheffield City Region area. If you would like to access additional business support or find out more you can fill out an online enquiry & we’ll be in touch to book you in for a telephone appointment: https://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/start-up/ \nFollow this link to book \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/module-2-getting-the-basics-right-tickets-137610250965 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-2-getting-the-basics-right-online-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210317T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T140000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T114055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T114055Z UID:3610-1615982400-1615989600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Effective Facebook for Business - 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. *** \nAlthough Facebook has been around for some time now\, using the platform for business can be very different to using the platform on a personal basis. This workshop has been designed to get you started and to understand the intrinsic benefit of having a Facebook Business Page. \nIn the workshop\, we’ll cover all the basics\, from setting up your page\, what content to post through to optimisation of your page\, setting up ads and Facebook best practices. \nHere’s a summary of what you’ll learn: \nHow to set up a Facebook Page \nHow to optimise it for your individual needs \nThe different types of content and how to create posts \nUsing Facebook Analytics to track progress \nReaching your ideal audience \nHow to advertise on Facebook \nAnd more! \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. \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\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/effective-facebook-for-business-tickets-137611420463 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/effective-facebook-for-business-online-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210317T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T124317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T124317Z UID:3622-1616004000-1616011200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 3 - New Business Workshop - Online DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces business finance\, basic book keeping\, tax and National Insurance. Setting up the legal side of the business and what key resources and activities you need to keep the business running \nFor more information or to book a place please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-3-new-business-workshop-online-4/ ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Millea":MAILTO:julia.millea@rido.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210318T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210318T100000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T160538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T160538Z UID:3653-1616061600-1616061600@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Grants to Support Business Recovery and Growth - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Ever 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 workshop is hosted by experienced business management consultant\, Rachel Fletcher\, from FCS Associates. \nPlease note: This is workshop is hosted as a Zoom meeting. 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 for accessing the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/grants-to-support-business-recovery-and-growth-online-workshop-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210318T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161006Z UID:3655-1616076000-1616076000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Selling Online - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nPlease note: This is workshop is hosted as a Zoom meeting. 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 for accessing the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/selling-online-online-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210319T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210319T100000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161159Z UID:3657-1616148000-1616148000@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. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/beginners-guide-to-marketing-online-workshop-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210319T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161349Z UID:3659-1616162400-1616162400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Selling With Amazon - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Amazon 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. \nThis workshop is hosted as a Zoom meeting .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 for accessing the event will be emailed to participants in advance. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/selling-with-amazon-online-workshop-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T125308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T125308Z UID:3631-1616436000-1616443200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Branding and Marketing - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you to get to grips with marketing and promotion of your business. We’ll focus on building a strong foundation for your marketing activities and explore how to implement promotions that yield results. You will also discover how to create a brand and raise the profile of your new venture. \nFor more information or to book a place please contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool on 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/branding-and-marketing-online-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T120000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T114338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T114338Z UID:3612-1616493600-1616500800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Instagram for Business - Online DESCRIPTION:***Please note\, this workshop is hosted by Barnsley Launchpad who supports start-ups & new businesses within the Sheffield City Region area. You need to live within Sheffield City Region to book a place on this workshop. *** \nDid you know that over 25 million businesses worldwide are using Instagram to promote their businesses\, products and services? Instagram is now a global platform that allows brands to not only humanise their content but also to highlight their products and inspire their audiences. \nHere’s what we’ll cover in the workshop: \nHow to set up an Instagram Page\nHow to optimise your Instagram page\nThe different types of Instagram posts\nTips for creating winning content\nHow to write a great Instagram caption\nHow to use hashtags\nHow to create an Instagram marketing strategy\nFrom creating captivating visuals to growing your following and driving engagement\, by the end of the session delegates should be able to confidently run their own Instagram pages using best practices. \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. \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\nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/instagram-for-business-tickets-137611669207 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/instagram-for-business-online-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T130000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161521Z UID:3661-1616504400-1616504400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Top Tips For Starting Up - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Considering 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 today. \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. \nCall our gateway team on 0114 2245000 to book yourself a place on this workshop. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/top-tips-for-starting-up-online-workshop-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210323T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T130234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T130234Z UID:3638-1616504400-1616515200@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Video Workshop - Online DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of shooting video from stabilisation\nto framing the story & what you should do about audio and\nwhy it is important. Then move on to editing your videos for\nmaximum impact. \nPlease contact Julia Millea or Darren McDool to book a place 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/video-workshop-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T090000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161657Z UID:3663-1616576400-1616576400@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Legal 1-2-1 Appointments - Online DESCRIPTION:Do you have legal questions around contracts\, leases\, partnership agreements and more? Not quite sure what documentation you need in place for your business? \nSpeak to a professional and get the advice you need\, in a FREE 45 minute 1-2-1 consultation with a representative from leading law firm\, Keebles LLP. \nPlaces are limited and may book up quickly\, so be sure you contact our Gateway Team on 0114 2245000 to secure a place. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/legal-1-2-1-appointments-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T114543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T114543Z UID:3614-1616578200-1616589000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Module 3 - Marketing your Business - Online DESCRIPTION:About this 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. *** \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. \nThis session is run by the Enterprising Barnsley Launchpad Team. We provide free business support to new start ups & businesses with under 10 employees\, who are in the Sheffield City Region area. If you would like to access additional business support or find out more please fill out an online enquiry on our website: https://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/start-up/ \nTo book follow this link\nhttps://www.enterprisingbarnsley.co.uk/events/module-3-marketing-your-business-21/ URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-3-marketing-your-business-online-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T161849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T161849Z UID:3665-1616590800-1616590800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Working with Others: Partners\, Contractors & Employees - Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:Do you need to work with others to achieve your business aims? \nDelivered in conjunction with the University of Sheffield’s School of Law and CMS Solicitors\, this workshop is targeted at small businesses who are looking to expand their business operations. \nWhether you’re considering bringing in a new business partner\, working with a contractor or taking on a small team of employees\, this session will help guide you through the next steps for your business. \nWe’ll be looking taking stock of the key benefits and opportunities working with others may present\, along with the practical issues and risks you may face\, plus how to mitigate them. \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. \nIf you would like any further information about the events\, please call us on 0114 224 5000 or email: BusinessEvents@sheffield.gov.uk URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/working-with-others-partners-contractors-employees-online-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T125542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T125542Z UID:3633-1616590800-1616598000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Bookkeeping and Digital Accounting - Online DESCRIPTION:Covering the basics of keeping financial records and includes a demonstration of one of the popular digital accounting packages. \nPlease call Julia Millea or Darren McDool to book a place 01709 331111 URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/bookkeeping-and-digital-accounting-online/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210325T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T090000 DTSTAMP:20260528T113644 CREATED:20210226T162020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T162020Z UID:3667-1616662800-1616662800@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk SUMMARY:Accountancy Drop-In Sessions - Online DESCRIPTION:Staying on top of your business financial records can prove difficult\, but it’s also essential to secure the success of your business. \nWhether you need advice on record-keeping\, business structure\, year-end accounts or tax issues\, you’ll get up to 45 minutes of FREE support and guidance in a virtual one-to-one session with experienced Financial Advisor\, Adrian Dunkley of MGRW Accountants. \nThese sessions tend to be really popular\, so be sure you contact our Gateway Team on 0114 2245000 to secure a place. URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/accountancy-drop-in-sessions-online-5/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR