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SUMMARY:Build an effective strategy to grow your business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is practical\, outcome driven\, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth\, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business\, and develop an action plan. \nWe will look at: \n\nYour business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development\nThe key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success\nPersonal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development\nAnsoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies\nThe core components of your business delivery\nHow to develop a methodical\, strategic approach to developing your business for future success\n\nAfter the webinar\, you will understand: \n\nHow to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development\nAnsoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool\nHow to create a strategic plan for growing your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/build-an-effective-strategy-to-grow-your-business-22/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240305T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240305T110000
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SUMMARY:Community Wealth Building – Spending and Procurement
DESCRIPTION:Ready to continue your learning with Co-operative Development Scotland’s (CDS) Community Wealth Building programme? \nThis is the first of four webinars that explore how inclusive business models can contribute to the four key pillars of CWB: spending and procurement\, workforce\, land and property and finance. \nDelivered by support partners of CDS (including the Federation of Small Businesses\, Sustainable Procurement\, the Centre for Local Economic Strategies and the Supplier Development Programme) this webinar will explore how you can maximise community benefits through procurement and commissioning\, developing good enterprises\, fair work and shorter supply chains by commissioning Inclusive Business models. There will also be a chance to ask your questions to the expert panel. \nPlease note\, to attend this webinar you must have already attended the CDS workshop Inclusive Business Models – Identifying the Opportunities for Plural Ownership.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/community-wealth-building-spending-and-procurement/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240305T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240305T120000
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SUMMARY:Boost your productivity with AI
DESCRIPTION:This Google Digital Garage session introduces learners to cutting-edge AI tools that are already available from Google and others\, to show some of the smartest ways digital-age workers can use them to save time at work and on tasks. \nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nan introduction to generative AI and how it works\nhow to use AI-powered tools and techniques to save you time\nan overview to crafting effective prompts\n\nThis session is run using YouTube and is 45 minutes long. \nThe course assumes no prior knowledge or experience so there is no pre-reading necessary. \nThere will be the opportunity to ask questions during the session.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/boost-your-productivity-with-ai/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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SUMMARY:Fair Work Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fair Work is an investment in everyone\, for everyone. It can improve productivity\, innovation\, organisational reputation and recruitment. It can also reduce staff turnover and help create inclusive workplaces with a richness of talent and a diversity of ideas. \nFor staff\, Fair Work can increase financial security\, physical health and psychological wellbeing. For businesses\, it brings more engaged\, committed and adaptable workers who spot challenges and opportunities\, solve problems\, offer insight and ideas for business improvement\, and create value. \nWhat’s the event about? \nThis is a fully funded workshop which will help participating companies to: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of fair work (for both the business and its staff)\nDevelop an action plan to embed or improve current people practices\nPrioritise and take next steps to implementing an action plan\n\nThis type of actions that could result from a fair work action plan include: \n\nImproving people and fair work practices\nSkills\, leadership and management development\nCreating a positive culture and values-based approach\nImproving employee engagement and supporting performance management practices\n\nWhat’s Involved? \n\nComplete the Fair Work Employer Support Tool and familarise yourself with fair work and benchmark your company on where you are on your fair work journey.\nJoin your three-hour workshop to explore the key concepts of the five dimensions of fair work\, along with some practical solutions to embed and improve this in your organisation and begin to develop your action plan.\n\nThe programme is for Scottish SMEs. You’re particularly suitable if you: \n\nAre you business leader or individual who wants to understand more about Fair Work and the support available.\nHave the autonomy and influence to implement an action plan
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/fair-work-workshop-5/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T180000
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CREATED:20240122T125159Z
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UID:10088525-1709740800-1709748000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Ready\, Steady\, Grow: How to Expand Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Ready to accelerate your business growth but unsure where to begin? \nLook no further than our Ready Steady Grow workshop focused on accelerating business growth. Led by experienced business advisers\, this session is designed to help you identify your growth potential and create a roadmap for success. \nThrough collaborative discussions with like-minded businesses\, you’ll gain new insights\, tools and knowledge to help support your growth plans. You’ll also walk away with a network of fellow business owners to connect with for ongoing support. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to take your business to new heights!
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/ready-steady-grow-how-to-expand-your-business-11/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240308T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240308T160000
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SUMMARY:Build a customer focused business
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that a returning customer will typically spend more than two thirds more with your business than a brand new one? \nDid you know that retaining just 5% of your customer base can give an increase of over 20% in profits for your business? \nHaving an effective strategy in place for your business to deliver great customer service is critical for your business. \nWe will cover: \n\nWhy good customer service is critical for business growth\nWhat are the essentials of delivering great customer service and how should this be delivered?\nHow to effectively manage different types of customers and their expectations\nHow\, why\, and when you should measure the service a business delivers\nHow to use the service provided to promote a business and enable growth
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/build-a-customer-focused-business-20/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240311T120000
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SUMMARY:Keep your business safe online
DESCRIPTION:Join us to find out how criminals are targeting small businesses online\, the risks you face\, and what you can do to minimise your exposure to online crime. \nThis webinar includes a number of live demos\, covering the following areas: \n\nWhat are the main online threats to your business?\nThe 5 pillars of prevention (Backup\, Malware prevention\, Securing your hardware\, Passwords & Phishing attacks)\nSimple and practical measures you can implement to protect yourself and your business\nBest practice recovery steps for your business if the worst should happen\n\nAs a result of attending this webinar\, you will gain a deeper understanding of the digital threats facing your business and what you need to do to secure your website\, social media and company data from cyber criminals.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/keep-your-business-safe-online-10/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T090000
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SUMMARY:Scottish Manufacturing Advisory Service Continuous Improvement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for ways to adopt sustainable continuous improvements in your business — especially to increase productivity and competitiveness — then this free workshop is for you. \nThis breakfast workshop focuses on how to learn and understand Lean principles through fun\, interactive exercises. \nThe event will be hosted in partnership with Dundee and Angus College at the brand new Engineering Partnership Innovation Centre (EPIC)\, Arbroath Campus\, Keptie Road\, DD11 3EA on Tuesday 19 March 2024 from 9am to 12pm. \nWhat you’ll learn from this event\nImproving productivity in your business can lead to a reduction in production costs and a more competitive business. Focusing on adding value through applying Lean techniques leads to improved quality\, cost and delivery performance along with increased capacity. \nThis highly interactive event will simulate how businesses are run. It highlights some of the typical daily challenges that most businesses experience and demonstrates an alternative way of looking at your business. \nYou’ll find out how\, by applying some simple ‘Lean Thinking Principles’\, you can start to think and act differently to improve your business efficiency. \nWhy attend?\nThis event is for progressive people who wish to understand the basics of improvement through team-building exercises and practical application. \nThrough the manufacturing simulation provided\, you’ll gain an understanding of the wastes\, and learn the importance of Performance Management. \nThis activity workshop provides the opportunity to step back from current operations\, review the essential implementation elements of improvement\, and assess the way forward for your organisation. \nWho should attend?\nThis event is suited for people at a Senior Manager level\, those who have responsibility for championing or driving business improvement within the workplace\, and/or those involved in the implementation of new processes and new ways of working. \nThe event has been timed to ensure minimum time away from the workplace. It starts at 9am with breakfast and refreshments and finishes promptly at noon. \nThere will be ample opportunity to network with like-minded people and explore ways that SMAS can support your business. \nThis event is free of charge\, with limited places\, so book early to avoid disappointment.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/scottish-manufacturing-advisory-service-continuous-improvement-workshop/
LOCATION:Engineering Partnership Innovation Centre\, Keptie Road\, Arbroath\, DD11 3EA
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T123000
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UID:10088644-1710840600-1710851400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Fair Work Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fair Work is an investment in everyone\, for everyone. It can improve productivity\, innovation\, organisational reputation and recruitment. It can also reduce staff turnover and help create inclusive workplaces with a richness of talent and a diversity of ideas. \nFor staff\, Fair Work can increase financial security\, physical health and psychological wellbeing. For businesses\, it brings more engaged\, committed and adaptable workers who spot challenges and opportunities\, solve problems\, offer insight and ideas for business improvement\, and create value. \nWhat’s the event about? \nThis is a fully funded workshop which will help participating companies to: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of fair work (for both the business and its staff)\nDevelop an action plan to embed or improve current people practices\nPrioritise and take next steps to implementing an action plan\n\nThis type of actions that could result from a fair work action plan include: \n\nImproving people and fair work practices\nSkills\, leadership and management development\nCreating a positive culture and values-based approach\nImproving employee engagement and supporting performance management practices\n\nWhat’s Involved? \n\nComplete the Fair Work Employer Support Tool and familarise yourself with fair work and benchmark your company on where you are on your fair work journey.\nJoin your three-hour workshop to explore the key concepts of the five dimensions of fair work\, along with some practical solutions to embed and improve this in your organisation and begin to develop your action plan.\n\nThe programme is for Scottish SMEs. You’re particularly suitable if you: \n\nAre you business leader or individual who wants to understand more about Fair Work and the support available.\nHave the autonomy and influence to implement an action plan
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/fair-work-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T160000
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SUMMARY:The business benefits of running a sustainable business
DESCRIPTION:It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits. \nWe will look at: \nUnderstanding the problem\nWhat is sustainability and why it is important\nInnovation\nProfiting from being a green business\nEmbracing a purpose beyond profit\nThe sustainability triple bottom line\nDeveloping your own green charter\nExamples of those practicing this way of growth with remarkable success\nTop tips for going green
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-business-benefits-of-running-a-sustainable-business-20/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Sustainable/Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240129T110125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T110125Z
UID:10088589-1710928800-1710936000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to protect and manage your intellectual property
DESCRIPTION:You have invested time\, energy\, and money into your project\, however\, have you protected the innovation? \nFollowing this webinar\, you will understand how to manage your intellectual property (IP) or how to start the process of registering it. \nTopics covered include: \n\nWhat are intellectual assets (IA)?\nWhat is intellectual property (IP)?\nHow to use IP (in the real world)\nWhere to get more insight and information\n\nParticipants will leave with: \n\nAn understanding that all businesses create IA/IP\nA framework of knowledge about IP\nA little more knowledge about the diverse types of IP\nAn insight into how to identify\, protect and exploit IP/IA\nContext of why IP/IA matters\nLinks to useful learning resources
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-protect-and-manage-your-intellectual-property-21/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240226T152831Z
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UID:10088766-1710936000-1710939600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Quit stalling and build your brand
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to explore the current range of low-cost digital technologies that can help you build your business and your brand.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/quit-stalling-and-build-your-brand/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240129T110222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T110222Z
UID:10088591-1710943200-1710950400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to write and develop your business plan
DESCRIPTION:New and established businesses will require a business plan for getting a loan\, grant or just to consider the direction they wish to go in. This webinar will teach you what you need to include and how. We will walk you through what should be included within a business plan\, how a business plan is used to improve your prospects for a loan or a grant\, and how you can develop a business plan to meet your needs. \nWe will: \n\nProvide a structure for a business plan\nReview each section of what should be included within the business plan\nExplain when and how to use a business plan\nExplore the connections (and importance) between the words and the numbers\nLook at how to identify and manage cashflow within the business planning process
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-write-and-develop-your-business-plan-32/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240322T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T150000
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UID:10088804-1711116000-1711119600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Managing the growth of your small business
DESCRIPTION:Starting a venture is one thing\, growing it is another. Scaling effectively can be one of the most challenging aspects\, with mis-managed growth often leading to downfall after so much time\, effort and money has been invested. So if you are a business owner that has started to see growth\, this webinar will help you to gain more creative\, time and financial freedom as your venture transitions to offer greater reach and impact. \nOverview: \nThis session will look at the principles of growth and: \n\nthe distinction between self-employment and business ownership\nidentifying and implementing optimal systems for record-keeping\, decision-making\, monitoring and evaluation\ndevising a range of risk-management processes to better manage business functions and the people involved\nhow to hire to enable and enhance expansion\nimproving workflow and project management\nlicensing\, franchising\, acquiring another venture
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/managing-the-growth-of-your-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240226T153113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T153113Z
UID:10088768-1711360800-1711368000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Productivity and Retention Benefits that flexible working can bring
DESCRIPTION:This interactive\, online masterclass will explore the transformative benefits of flexible working\, from boosting employee productivity and wellbeing to addressing the challenges of candidate shortages. Through real-world examples and practical insights\, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how flexible working can serve as a strategic tool in your recruitment efforts. \nOur expert facilitators\, from Flexibility Works\, Nikki Slowey and Lisa Gallagher\, will guide you through interactive discussions and actionable strategies\, including: \n\nDiscovering the diverse forms of flexible working and how they can be seamlessly integrated across different job types and sectors to attract top talent.\nUnveiling the latest trends and insights into the flexible working landscape in Scotland and beyond\, providing you with a competitive advantage in recruitment.\nExploring practical tips and strategies for piloting\, implementing\, or reviewing flexible work arrangements to suit both your company and your employees’ needs\, including our acclaimed Flexibility Works 7-step framework.\nDelving into inspiring case studies and success stories from organizations that have successfully embraced flexible working\, highlighting their impact on recruitment and retention efforts.\nTakeaway resources\, including the Flexibility Works ‘Business Case for Flex\,’ flexible recruitment guides\, and guidance around how to measure the impact of flexible working in your business.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/productivity-and-retention-benefits-that-flexible-working-can-bring/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240129T110810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T110810Z
UID:10088603-1711620000-1711627200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Delivering profit to drive growth
DESCRIPTION:The course covers financial analysis\, strategic decision-making\, resource allocation\, and the role of innovation and scalability in leveraging profit for long-term success. \nThis course explores the relationship between a company’s profitability and its potential for growth. Participants will learn how to optimise profits and strategically reinvest them to foster sustainable growth. The course covers financial analysis\, strategic decision-making\, resource allocation\, and the role of innovation and scalability in leveraging profit for long-term success. \nThe course will cover \n\nGetting to know your financials\nControlling Growth\nImproving decision making\nOpportunities\nCash is king\nControlling Change\nPricing strategies for maximum profit\nMeasuring profit
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/delivering-profit-to-drive-growth-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T092521
CREATED:20240311T103904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T103923Z
UID:10088849-1711623600-1711627200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Cyber security for your small business
DESCRIPTION:Around 83% of small and medium-sized businesses are not financially prepared to recover from a cyber attack –  which could mean going out of business. \nThis event aims to introduce start-ups and new businesses to the risks they face and provide top tips on how to avoid some common threats\, protect their organisation and enable them to win new business and gain stakeholder support. \nYour host Jim Wright will introduce security\, how it can benefit businesses and allow them to seize opportunities while minimising risk. Jim will also discuss common frameworks and fundamental principles that business leaders should know from the start of their business venture. \nBy the end of this webinar\, attendees will: \n\nunderstand security risks\nunderstand the benefits of security\nhave an awareness of threat actors\nhave an awareness of threat vectors\nhave an awareness of the services that can be offered to support start-ups\nunderstand the regulatory environment in which they work\nunderstand the common frameworks relating to security\n\nJim Wright is the founder and principal consultant of Principle Defence\, a Hertfordshire-based security and data protection consultancy and training provider. Jim has over 17 years of experience in security having served in the British Army before moving into the private sector.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/cyber-security-for-your-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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