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SUMMARY:Create with Canva - Fusion - Rotherham
DESCRIPTION:“Learn how to create eye-catching\, professional looking content that brings your business brand to life. \nIn this interactive masterclass\, you’ll learn how to use Canva to create eye-catching graphics and content that showcases your brand. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n· How to create branded content that stands out\n· Tips and tricks to design engaging social media graphics\, promotional literature\, presentations\, simple videos\, and more\n· The pros and cons of Canva templates and how to create your own\n· How to use images\, fonts\, video and colours to achieve a consistent visual identity\n· Easy ways to make sure your designs are accessible and user-friendly\n· Time-saving shortcuts for faster\, more efficient design” \nbook here Create with Canva
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/create-with-canva-fusion-rotherham/
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SUMMARY:TechForge Accelerator Workshop 1: From Side Hustle to Startup - The Journey Ahead for Tech Founders - Electric Works - Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:Have a technology or software business idea and wondering what you need to do next? \nThe TechForge Accelerator from Business Sheffield is a series of five in-person workshops designed to support technology-centred startups\, particularly those involving software. \nThe accelerator is best suited to early-stage founders. You might have an idea you’re exploring\, be developing a prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP)\, or have already started trading. \nYou can attend one or more workshops in the TechForge Accelerator series depending on your needs. Each workshop lasts just over two hours\, with an opportunity to network at the end. \nWhat is the first TechForge Accelerator workshop about?\nThe first session provides an overview of the journey ahead when developing a software-based startup. \nYou’ll be introduced to a tried and tested routemap and receive practical advice on some of the steps involved in building a strong foundation for your startup. \nThe session will also explore potential pitfalls to be aware of as you develop your business. \nWhat will I learn?\nDuring the workshop\, you’ll explore: \nThe startup journey\nGet an overview of the journey ahead and some of the steps involved in developing a software-based startup. \nBuilding strong foundations\nExplore practical considerations when laying the foundations for your technology business. \nPlanning your next steps\nUse a tried and tested routemap to help you understand the steps you’ll need to consider as your startup develops. \nCommon startup pitfalls\nLearn about potential pitfalls to be aware of as you move your software business from an idea towards its next stage. \nWho is the TechForge Accelerator for?\nThe TechForge Accelerator is best suited to founders of early-stage\, technology-centred startups\, particularly those involving software. \nYou might be: \nExploring a technology or software business idea\nWorking on a prototype\nDeveloping a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)\nAlready doing some initial trading\nDo I need to attend all five workshops?\nNo. The TechForge Accelerator includes five in-person workshop sessions\, but you can book one or more workshops depending on your needs. \nWho will deliver the workshop?\nThe session will be led by Robin Gibbons and Morgan Killick\, Business Sheffield’s experienced Tech Scale-Up Advisors. \nBoth Robin and Morgan are founders who have scaled and exited technology businesses. \nBook Here : From Side Hustle to Startup
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/techforge-accelerator-workshop-1-from-side-hustle-to-startup-the-journey-ahead-for-tech-founders-electric-works-sheffield-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134406
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SUMMARY:Utilising Facebook & Instagram to Generate Leads - Flourish Enterprises - Doncaster
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis Social Media workshop is designed for business owners\, marketers and staff looking to develop their platforms to promote their business or personal brand.  This is a hands-on\, practical workshop that allows you to walk away from understanding what lead generation online is and how to create and manage a marketing strategy effectively.   \nHosted by Elliot Ghali – Example Marketing \nThis will cover how to engage and generate interest in a brand online through Facebook and Instagram. \nIt will involve the following: \nHow to create and use Facebook and Instagram\nWhat to post on social media that is effective\nLearning how to build an engaged audience\nHow to budget and spend effectively\nWhat’s In It For Me? \nThis workshop has been tailored for busy professionals. These lessons are compact\, digestible\, and can be seamlessly integrated into your day-to-day schedule.  By the end of this course\, you’ll be able to market a business with knowledge and confidence. \nWhen you leave this workshop you’ll have the understanding and knowledge of building a brand on Facebook and Instagram to market a business online.  This workshop’s objective is to make you more valuable\, consistent and engaging through digital marketing methods.  It’s a workshop that incorporates years of experience\, knowledge and successful methods for you to takeaway to apply to your digital marketing without the pressure of doing it by yourself with no support.   \nYou can then expect to have similar results to Ros who said this after their training: \n“We started with the basics and built a really good foundation for my marketing strategy.  I am in a very different place now to where I was time last year and my followers have noticed the difference in my social media posting and I get a lot of compliments on the improvements – not to mention the new business that’s coming in much more steadily now too.” – Ros Wood – Roslyn Jewellery \nbook here Utilising Facebook & Instagram
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/utilising-facebook-instagram-to-generate-leads-flourish-enterprises-doncaster/
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SUMMARY:Module 2: Getting the Basics Right- DMC01 - Barnsley
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn the early stages of start-up\, finances can seem scary. It’s important to get things right from the start \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 \nLaunchpad Information: \nOur fully-funded programme is designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses. We also support SMEs under three years old and micro businesses of any age\, with free support to get your business moving in the right direction — whether you’re just on the start of your business journey or want to take it to the next level. \nIn order to be eligible for this support\, you must live in or run a business in Barnsley. \nbook here Module 2 – Getting the basics right
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-2-getting-the-basics-right-dmc01-barnsley-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T150000
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SUMMARY:Module 2 : Getting The Basics Right - DMC01- Barnsley
DESCRIPTION:In 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 \nLaunchpad Information: \nOur fully-funded programme is designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses. We also support SMEs under three years old and micro businesses of any age\, with free support to get your business moving in the right direction — whether you’re just on the start of your business journey or want to take it to the next level. \nIn order to be eligible for this support\, you must live in or run a business in Barnsley \nBook Here: Module 2 Getting the Basics Right
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/module-2-getting-the-basics-right-dmc01-barnsley-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
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SUMMARY:How to Use AI to Grow Your Business - Electric Works - Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:New to AI? Discover how ChatGPT can help save time\, boost productivity and support everyday business tasks. \nCurious about AI but not sure where to start? \nThis practical beginner’s workshop will show you how AI can support everyday business tasks\, from creating content and videos to putting together presentations and improving productivity. \nYou’ll explore practical ways to use AI in your business\, learn how to write stronger prompts and identify tasks where AI could save you time and make your work easier. \nThe workshop is designed for business owners who want practical AI skills they can start using in their business. \nWhat will I learn?\nDuring the workshop\, you’ll explore how to: \nUse AI in your business\nIdentify everyday business tasks where AI could save time and support your work. \nCreate videos with AI\nLearn how AI can help you create video content for your business. \nCreate presentations with AI\nExplore how to use AI to help create presentations for your business. \nWrite stronger AI prompts\nLearn a simple structure for writing better prompts and getting more useful results from AI tools. \nFind practical ways to use AI\nIdentify three to five business tasks where you can start putting AI into practice. \nWho is this AI workshop for?\nThis workshop is designed for business owners who are curious about AI and want practical ways to use it in their business. \nIt’s a beginner’s workshop\, so you don’t need to be an AI expert. The focus is on practical applications that can support everyday business activities. \nWhat will I be able to do after the workshop?\nBy the end of the session\, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how AI can support your business. \nYou’ll have explored how to use AI for content\, videos and presentations\, know how to structure stronger prompts and identify three to five business tasks where you could start using AI. \nBook Here: How to Use AI to Grow Your Business
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/how-to-use-ai-to-grow-your-business-electric-works-sheffield/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T154500
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SUMMARY:Getting to grips with Digital Advertising  - DMC01 - Barnsley
DESCRIPTION:There are lots of ways to advertise your business online. This session will explore paid ad options with a focus on Meta Ads \nThere are lots of ways to advertise your business online\, from search engine ads to paid social media. In this session\, we’ll look at the most common digital advertising options\, including Google PPC\, so you can make an informed decision about what’s right for your business. \nThe main focus will be on Meta Ad Manager (used for Facebook and Instagram ads)\, giving you a clear understanding of how it works and how to set up effective\, affordable campaigns that reach your ideal customers. \nWe’ll cover: \n• What makes paid ads different from organic posts \n• An overview of different digital ad platforms – including Google Ads – and how they work \n• How Meta Ad Manager works (with a live demo) \n• Setting objectives and choosing your audience \n• Tips for creating great adverts to improve your return on investment \n• Measuring success and tweaking campaigns \n• Plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get tailored advice in a supportive environment \n**** This workshop is being held to support start-ups & small businesses in Barnsley. As there are a limited spaces available\, priority will be given to registered Launchpad clients. If you are not a Launchpad client but you would like to book on\, then please email us at Launchpad@barnsley.gov.uk**** \nLaunchpad Information: \nOur fully-funded programme is designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses. We also support SMEs under three years old and micro businesses of any age\, with free support to get your business moving in the right direction — whether you’re just on the start of your business journey or want to take it to the next level. \nIn order to be eligible for this support\, you must live in or run a business in Barnsley. \nTo book follow this link\nDigital Advertising
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/getting-to-grips-with-digital-advertising-dmc01-barnsley-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T154500
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SUMMARY:Getting To Grips with Digital Advertising- DMC01- Enterprising Barnsley
DESCRIPTION:There are lots of ways to advertise your business online\, from search engine ads to paid social media. In this session\, we’ll look at the most common digital advertising options\, including Google PPC\, so you can make an informed decision about what’s right for your business. \nThe main focus will be on Meta Ad Manager (used for Facebook and Instagram ads)\, giving you a clear understanding of how it works and how to set up effective\, affordable campaigns that reach your ideal customers. \nWe’ll cover: \n• What makes paid ads different from organic posts \n• An overview of different digital ad platforms – including Google Ads – and how they work \n• How Meta Ad Manager works (with a live demo) \n• Setting objectives and choosing your audience \n• Tips for creating great adverts to improve your return on investment \n• Measuring success and tweaking campaigns \n• Plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get tailored advice in a supportive environment \n**** This workshop is being held to support start-ups & small businesses in Barnsley. As there are a limited spaces available\, priority will be given to registered Launchpad clients. If you are not a Launchpad client but you would like to book on\, then please email us at Launchpad@barnsley.gov.uk**** \nLaunchpad Information: \nOur fully-funded programme is designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses. We also support SMEs under three years old and micro businesses of any age\, with free support to get your business moving in the right direction — whether you’re just on the start of your business journey or want to take it to the next level. \nIn order to be eligible for this support\, you must live in or run a business in Barnsley. \nBook Here: Getting to Grips with Digital Advertising
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/getting-to-grips-with-digital-advertising-dmc01-enterprising-barnsley/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134407
CREATED:20260827T065250Z
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UID:11479-1790674200-1790685000@launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk
SUMMARY:TechForge Accelerator Workshop 2: Free Money & Support - Grants\, Accelerators and Other Opportunities for Tech Startups - Electric Works - Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:What support is available to help you grow your tech startup\, and where should you start? \nThe TechForge Accelerator from Business Sheffield is a series of five in-person workshops designed to support technology-centred startups\, particularly those involving software. \nThe accelerator is best suited to early-stage founders. You might have an idea you’re exploring\, be developing a prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP)\, or have already started trading. \nYou can attend one or more workshops in the TechForge Accelerator series depending on your needs. Each workshop lasts just over two hours\, with an opportunity to network at the end. \nWhat is this TechForge Accelerator workshop about?\nThe second session in the TechForge Accelerator introduces the different types of financial and non-financial support that could help as you grow your tech startup. \nYou’ll explore accelerators and incubators\, mentoring\, networking and grants\, including the benefits of different types of support and how to make the most of them. \nThe session will also provide a quick tour of various grants that you might be eligible for. \nWhat will I learn?\nDuring the workshop\, you’ll explore: \nFinancial and non-financial startup support\nGet an introduction to different forms of support that could help as your technology business grows. \nAccelerators and incubators\nExplore the benefits of startup accelerators and incubators and how to make the most of the support they provide. \nBusiness mentoring\nUnderstand the role mentoring can play in supporting you as you develop your business. \nNetworking\nExplore the benefits of networking and how to make the most of networking opportunities. \nGrants for startups\nGet a quick tour of various grants that you might be eligible for as you develop your business. \nWho is the TechForge Accelerator for?\nThe TechForge Accelerator is best suited to founders of early-stage\, technology-centred startups\, particularly those involving software. \nYou might be: \nExploring a technology or software business idea\nWorking on a prototype\nDeveloping a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)\nAlready doing some initial trading\nDo I need to attend all five workshops?\nNo. The TechForge Accelerator includes five in-person workshop sessions\, but you can book one or more workshops depending on your needs. \nWho will deliver the workshop?\nThe session will be led by one of Business Sheffield’s highly experienced Tech Scale-Up Advisors. \nBook Here: Free Money & Support Grants
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/techforge-accelerator-workshop-2-free-money-support-grants-accelerators-and-other-opportunities-for-tech-startups-electric-works-sheffield-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134407
CREATED:20260814T083353Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid revenue boosters - Proven tactics for quick sales - online - Rotherham
DESCRIPTION:“Join us for an expert workshop where we’ll delve into the world of rapid revenue boosters. \nLearn from an industry expert as they share tried-and-true techniques\, practical insights\, and innovative approaches to drive revenue growth.  \nDiscover actionable\, effective tactics and proven strategies to quickly boost your business.  \nUnlock the secrets to accelerating your sales in this dynamic workshop designed for small businesses. ” \nbook here Rapid revenue boosters
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/rapid-revenue-boosters-proven-tactics-for-quick-sales-online-rotherham/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T134407
CREATED:20260827T065541Z
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SUMMARY:Basic Book-keeping and Cloud Accounting for Small Businesses - Electric Works - Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:Designed especially for new starts and young businesses\, this session will take you through the basics behind bookkeeping & keeping accounts \nDesigned especially for new start and young businesses\, this workshop will take you through the basics of bookkeeping and keeping accounts. \nHosted by Accountant Advisor Sarah Morton from MGRW Accountants\, the session will also look at new ways of storing information and provide guidance on cloud accounting software. \nWho is this workshop for?\nThis workshop is designed for: \nNew start businesses\nEarly stage businesses\nWhat topics will be covered?\nThe session will cover: \nThe basics of bookkeeping\nKeeping accounts\nStoring information\nCloud accounting software\n**Please only sign up to one of our events if you are definitely planning to attend. Spaces are limited and we want to make sure the businesses that really want this support get it. \nIf you can’t make an event\, it’s no problem as long as you let us know before the workshop. If you sign-up and don’t attend an event\, we will contact you afterwards to check in and if this happens more than once\, it will jeopardise your ability to sign up to future events.** \nBook Here: Basic Book Keeping94?aff=oddtdtcreator?aff=oddtdtcreator?aff=oddtdtcreator?aff=oddtdtcreator?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://launchpadsouthyorkshire.co.uk/event/basic-book-keeping-and-cloud-accounting-for-small-businesses-electric-works-sheffield-2/
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