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SUMMARY:SMAS Making Change Happen workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a focused breakfast briefing to explore one of the biggest challenges facing organisations today: how to make change stick. \nUsing engaging examples and practical insights drawn from well-known change thinking\, this session will look at: \n\nWhy change is often resisted\nWhy so many change programmes fail\nWhat differentiates organisations that achieve sustainable results from those that don’t\n\nWe will place particular emphasis on the people side of change – beliefs such as behaviour\, leadership\, culture – and how these interact with process and performance to deliver real and lasting improvement \nThe briefing will also introduce our new Lean Competency System (LCS) and accredited Business Improvement Academy (BIA) and explain how the academy can support your organisation to turn change intent into action. \nThe BIA uniquely combines people\, behaviours and practical improvement tools\, recognising that sustainable change only happens when all three are addressed together. \nYou’ll gain an overview of how the academy works\, what you can expect from the academy\, and how it can help leaders and teams build the capability to improve continuously. \nDuring the briefing\, there will be time for questions and discussion\, with further details available if you’re interested in attending or sponsoring places on the academy.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/smas-making-change-happen-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T150000
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SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
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/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-23/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T120000
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SUMMARY:How to Know What to Charge
DESCRIPTION:Pricing is one of the biggest levers for growth\, but it’s often set early and rarely revisited. This practical session will help founders and small businesses sense-check their pricing and make more confident commercial decisions as they grow. \nParticipants will learn simple frameworks to assess whether their prices are right\, understand what customers truly value\, and approach price changes and promotions with greater clarity and confidence. The focus is on practical insight\, not theory\, with clear takeaways that can be applied immediately.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-know-what-to-charge/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T130000
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SUMMARY:Futureproofing Your Business – People\, AI and Productivity
DESCRIPTION:Part of our megatrends series\, learn how you can use emerging technologies to improve performance and support your workforce. \nGlobal Megatrends can disrupt markets and challenge established business models\, but they can also create powerful new opportunities for businesses that adapt early. \nIn support of the Fair Work Festival 2026. This webinar delivered in conjunction with Peer Works\, is part of the Scottish Enterprise Megatrends webinar series and explores breakthrough technologies with a focus on people\, AI and productivity. It will look at how businesses can use emerging technologies to improve performance while supporting fair work and better outcomes for their workforce. \nThe session will help businesses understand how to anticipate and respond to rapid technological change.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/futureproofing-your-business-people-ai-and-productivity/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260202T104347Z
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SUMMARY:A step-by-step guide to building 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/a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-your-business-plan-30/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T150000
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SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Your Business: Next Steps and Practical Tools
DESCRIPTION:Final webinar in the megatrends series brings together the key themes from across the programme & focuses on what your business can do next.\n\n\n\nThis final session will concentrate on practical tools and techniques that you can use to anticipate future change\, test strategic options and respond with confidence in an uncertain environment. \nIt will also feature the ACS Group’s business growth journey\, exploring how they have proactively responded to emerging trends and opportunities in their market. \nThis free session will: \n\nIntroduce practical futures tools and techniques used by leading organisations\nHelp you turn insight into action\nExplore real world examples of transformative change\nSupport longer-term strategic thinking and resilience\n\nThe webinar will be introduced by Ewan Mearns of Scottish Enterprise. \nThe webinar will be led by Alister Wilson of Waverley Management Consultants and author of the UK Government’s Futures toolkit. Alister will discuss practical approaches to futures thinking. \nThis session is ideal if you’re looking to prepare your organisation for future change\, including: \n\nThose responsible for strategy\, innovation or long-term planning\nAnyone looking for practical ways to prepare their organisation for future change
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/future-proofing-your-business-next-steps-and-practical-tools/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T193000
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SUMMARY:Market Research Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start you’re your market research? Not sure how to stand out in a competitive market? \nMarket research doesn’t need to be complicated. This workshop will give you the tools\, structure and confidence to understand your target market\, analyse competitors and spot real opportunities so you can make smarter business decisions and grow with clarity. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhat market research is and why it matters\nThe difference between primary and secondary research\nHow to clearly profile your target customer\nHow to analyse competitors meaningfully\nHow to identify trends\, gaps and opportunities\nHow to turn research into practical business decisions\n\nBook your place now and leave knowing exactly how to gather useful insights and turn them into confident next steps.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/market-research-made-simple/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260320T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260320T123000
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SUMMARY:Nailing your pitch to investors | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Most entrepreneurs have a brilliant business but a boring pitch. \nIf you have 60 seconds to impress an investor\, a client or a potential partner\, are you ready? \nAt Articulate Digital Business\, we strip away the “corporate-speak”. We help you build a pitch that’s authentic\, backed by data and\, most importantly\, memorable. \nThis isn’t a lecture – it’s a high-impact builder session where you’ll leave with a ready-to-use deck and the confidence to deliver it. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nThe “hook” framework: How to grab attention in the first 10 seconds\nThe narrative arc: Turning your business data into a compelling story that investors crave\nThe financial slide: How to present your numbers (even the early ones) with authority\nBody language and delivery: Mastering the “soft skills” that project executive presence\nThe “live fire” round: Real-time feedback in a supportive\, high-energy environment
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/nailing-your-pitch-to-investors-lunch-and-learn/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
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SUMMARY:Your Social Value is Your Business Superpower
DESCRIPTION:Your Social Value is Your Business Superpower is a practical masterclass designed to help SMEs and CICs recognise\, articulate\, and leverage the social value they already create\, turning purpose\, impact\, and community connection into a clear competitive advantage for growth\, funding\, and contracts.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/your-social-value-is-your-business-superpower/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260323T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260312T164111Z
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SUMMARY:Build It Right From the Start: The MOTION Framework for Sustainable Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:The first few years of running a business can feel like you’re making it up as you go … and most people are. In this practical\, straight-talking Masterclass\, Tracy will share the framework she wishes she’d had when she started out. \nThe MOTION Framework gives business owners a clear\, simple roadmap across six key areas — Mindset\, Objectives\, Trust\, Influence\, Operations\, and Nurture\, so you can build solid foundations now instead of firefighting them later. \nGetting these six things right early means you spend less time working in chaos and more time building something that actually grows. If you’re in the first couple of years of your business and you want to set yourself up for profit\, sustainability\, and eventual freedom\, without burning out to get there\, this session will give you a clear picture of what to focus on and why.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/build-it-right-from-the-start-the-motion-framework-for-sustainable-business-growth/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T120000
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SUMMARY:Protecting your ideas\, content and brand in the digital age
DESCRIPTION:Protecting intellectual property is essential for digital businesses creating content\, software or online platforms. \nIn this session\, LegalVision’s Sahil Verma\, Practice Leader\, will explain how to safeguard creative and brand assets\, avoid common IP mistakes and manage ownership risks. \nThe webinar will also explore emerging challenges such as AI-generated content and how to protect your ideas in the digital age. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nThe key IP rights relevant to digital businesses\nPractical ways to protect content\, software and brand assets\nHow to manage ownership and risk with AI-generated content
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/protecting-your-ideas-content-and-brand-in-the-digital-age/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T140000
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SUMMARY:Supply Connect: Demonstrating social value
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to unlock your business’s potential for positive change. \nThis introductory webinar led by Jill Poet will help you understand what social value really means\, set out some practical strategies you can apply to boost your own social impact and how to demonstrate it in tender applications. \nIt doesn’t matter if you’re only beginning to explore social responsibility or looking to strengthen your existing efforts. This session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference while benefiting your bottom line. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhat social impact is and why it matters for your business\nPractical approaches to building and strengthening your social value\nHow enhanced social value can open up new business opportunities and drive growth
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/supply-connect-demonstrating-social-value/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260312T144238Z
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SUMMARY:How to make your business neurodivergent-friendly
DESCRIPTION:Creating an inclusive business isn’t just the right thing to do\, it’s a smart\, forward-thinking strategy. \nThis workshop introduces the steps businesses can take to become more neurodivergent-friendly\, both for their team and their customers. You’ll gain a clear understanding of neurodivergence\, why inclusion matters commercially as well as ethically\, and how simple\, realistic adjustments can make a powerful difference. \nThe session is presented by James Cleves\, founder of CleverVA\, a virtual assistant agency supporting neurodivergent and disabled professionals. Drawing on lived experience and real-world business insight\, James combines personal story with practical advice. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n• What neurodivergence really means and why it matters \n• Why being ND‑inclusive benefits your business \n• How accessible your business is today \n• Ways to improve accessibility for your customers \n• Effective accommodations and support options for your team \nBook your place now and learn how to build an inclusive culture that strengthens your team and makes your business more accessible for every customer.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-make-your-business-neurodivergent-friendly-2/
LOCATION:Arbroath Football Club\, Gayfield Park\, Arbroath\, DD11 1QJ
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T123000
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SUMMARY:Five essential contracts every business owner needs | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Contracts are the backbone of any successful business\, but most founders don’t know which ones they actually need\, or when. \nIn this session\, Patricia Wing cuts through the complexity and walks you through the five essential contracts every business owner should have in place\, from day one to scaling up. \nWhether you’re just starting out or growing fast\, this practical session will help you protect your business\, your people\, and your future – without the legal jargon. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nKnowing which contracts matter most: The five contracts that form the legal foundation of your business and why missing even one could leave you exposed.\nGetting protected from day one: Which contracts to prioritise when you’re just starting out – before problems arise and before they become expensive to fix.\nGrowing with confidence: How your contract needs evolve as your business scales\, so you’re always one step ahead legally at every stage of growth.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/five-essential-contracts-every-business-owner-needs-lunch-and-learn/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
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UID:10093520-1776420000-1776427200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:A step-by-step guide to building 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/a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-your-business-plan-31/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260312T163412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T163412Z
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SUMMARY:Validate Your Business Idea in 30 Minutes Using the Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Many entrepreneurs start with a product idea\, but successful businesses start with a strong business model. \nIn this interactive masterclass\, we will use the Business Model Canvas to explore the key questions every founder must answer: \n* Who is your customer? \n* What problem are you solving? \n* How will you reach your market? \n* How will your business make money? \n*What will it cost to run? \nUsing a real-world example\, we’ll demonstrate how founders can quickly test and improve their ideas before launching. \nThis session is ideal for early-stage entrepreneurs\, startups\, and anyone exploring a new business idea.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/validate-your-business-idea-in-30-minutes-using-the-business-model-canvas/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260302T114533Z
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UID:10093536-1776949200-1776956400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to generate and increase sales
DESCRIPTION:Sales are the lifeblood of every business. This webinar focuses on a pragmatic approach to sales strategy and delivery and is designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. \nWe will cover: \n\nWhy a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like\, and a good understanding of their problems\, needs and wants is key to sales success\nHow to develop your sales platform using digital tools\, platforms\, and techniques\nThe different motivations potential customers may have and how to identify which ‘buttons’ your business needs to press\nThe key phases in prospecting\, qualifying\, and converting sales prospects\nThe value of a ‘sales funnel’ and how it can be used to help plan and achieve sales\nWhy keeping the customers you already have is the best sales strategy of all\nThe importance of appropriate customer service in retaining customers
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-generate-and-increase-sales-50/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220743
CREATED:20260302T115005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T115005Z
UID:10093548-1777467600-1777474800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
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/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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