This webinar will guide you through the steps needed to create an effective digital marketing strategy, ensuring you focus on the right tactics to meet your business objectives and goals. We will cover: The importance of planning your digital marketing activities Building your plan around a simple framework Conducting a situational analysis (and understanding Customers […]
Businesses who plan their content in advance, aligning their channels with actual business objectives, customer themes and national events, and then schedule it to ensure it reaches the target market at the right time, on the right platform - hugely increase the chances of achieving impact. In this webinar, you will learn how to: Plan […]
What’s the best way to sell your products online? The key to improving your online business is measuring its effectiveness - you can then take steps to optimise its performance. Should you be using your own eCommerce store or Amazon, neither or both? This webinar will help you decide. We will cover: Factors to consider […]
No longer just an online CV, LinkedIn can be an incredibly powerful - and profitable - business tool. Like any tool, you must learn how to use it, and this webinar gives you expert guidance. You will: Learn how to create a LinkedIn strategy to boost your business reputation via marketing and brand promotion initiatives. […]
Prepare for the 2023 season and discover what insights and trends to look out for this year! Joined by the Highland region's Industry Relationship Manager, find out what business support VisitScotland can offer including: One-on-one advice Quality Assurance schemes (and how they can help your business!) Internationalisation Digital
Producing quality content is an excellent way of helping your customers develop a meaningful relationship with your brand, services and products. In this webinar we will show you how to source and develop a variety of content for your website and social channels. Ideal for businesses that already have a business website or use social […]
Step by step demonstrations of tasks will be carried out online and live during the session via mobile screen share and desktop showing you what to do, how to do it yourself and understand why you’re doing it. By the end of the session, you will have an understanding of: The potential benefits of a […]
This webinar will help you develop and hone your social media strategy in order to amplify your message using Twitter. You will gain a deeper understanding of where Twitter fits into your overall plan, and how it differs from other platforms. You will also learn about: What makes a good Twitter profile (and the options […]
Shopify is a powerful all-in-one e-Commerce website builder that makes setting up an online store simple and straightforward. In this webinar, we will explore Shopify’s features and pull together the building blocks for your first e-Commerce website. By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Understand the essential features that a website […]
Join experts Karen Riddick, Ali Shariat and Zamir Cajee and get advice on how to develop your eMarketplace to boost your following and sales. The session will cover all major online marketplaces including Amazon, eBay, Alibaba, Faire, Etsy, and will offer personal advice for your business. About the experts Karen Riddick is a business owner, […]
Everyone consumes and understands information differently, with some facing additional challenges that aren’t always considered. In this webinar, we’ll explore the challenges that people can have when accessing digital content and we’ll look at the ways you can improve your digital content to be inclusive and considerate for all. By the end of this webinar, […]
This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design, build and host a business website. You will learn about: The need to determine website objectives The importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results Setting clear calls to action and creating engaging content Creating your brand’s visual identity online, your […]
You might view TikTok as a stream of dance trends and lip-synching videos, but it can also be a fantastic place to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Explore how to create bitesize vertical video content and how to use this new format for more effective business communication. We […]
A commonly used tool for those researching products and services for personal life (clothing ideas, holidays inspiration, cooking alternatives!), but how can it benefit your business? Move from being a beginner to knowing enough to gain commercial benefit from the use of Pinterest. During this webinar we’ll help you better understand: Who is using Pinterest […]
Video captures people's attention online and is important for getting your message across, while engaging with your target audience. Learn how to: Choose what type of video to create to suit your business objectives Plan, shoot, edit, and upload video without special kit or expertise. Get to know the various digital platforms that can be […]
Websites should look good and function well, and give your website visitors and customers a positive user experience. During this webinar, we’ll look at User Experience (UX) and how you can improve it on your website, including: Understand what User Experience is A look at some of the key factors, including credibility, value, purpose and […]
Get to grips with Facebook – the world’s most popular social networking platform. In this webinar you will: Learn how to get the most out of Facebook and how it could fit into your business’s digital marketing strategy. Better understand the algorithm behind Facebook, and how to create great content that achieves a bigger reach […]
An introductory session to the fundamental elements of promoting and managing a Scottish tourism business online. A joint VisitScotland and DigitalBoost event. At the end of this webinar delegates will have learned about: Getting their business visible online with the right content, at the right time, on the right platforms. Assessing the quality of their […]
From organising how you reach new customers to tracking the new deals you close, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is a great tool to help your business grow. In this webinar, we’ll show you how to connect a CRM to your website, track potential new customers, manage your business activities, nurture your leads and […]
Retail businesses can now reach new B2B customers by selling on wholesale ECommerce marketplaces such as Faire, Alibaba and Wayfair. This one hour webinar will provide a great introduction to the marketplace options which are available to businesses of all stages and sizes. It will also cover some of the challenges and top tips which […]
What can you expect from this Google Digital Garage session? A presence on Google Search and Maps can help customers find you more easily. Join us to learn about search and how to create and manage an online listing for your tourism business on Google Maps and in Google Search. In this session you will […]
Thinking about using Instagram to communicate with existing and potential customers? Want to showcase your products or services using it? During this webinar we will cover: Getting the setup right and benefitting from the available business tools. Best practice profiles, and some strategies to help your business stand out from the crowd. The types of […]
All the digital platforms your business uses, from its website to social media, are constantly collecting data about your potential customers. This data is the key to wider reach, higher conversion rates and more effective digital campaigns – but you have to know how to use it to unlock these benefits. Join this event, presented […]
Google Analytics (Universal and GA4) is a powerful tool that helps you understand how your website is performing. It helps answer lots of questions, including: Which marketing channels drive traffic to your site? What pages are users looking at the most? What impact does mobile have on your potential customers? During this webinar, we’ll help […]
You’ve heard of Artificial Intelligence, but do you know how it can help you as you run your business? This brand new practical webinar will explore how AI can help revolutionise your business marketing to be more efficient and cost-effective, through the automatic creation of content for all your digital platforms; as well as helping […]
There’s a lot to think about when you’re creating an international website and social presence. From selecting the best domain to language localisation, having a truly global digital presence requires some additional steps to traditional website building. This webinar will take you through all those steps, covering the following topics: Selecting a domain Registering with […]
Join us to look at how Google and other search engines decide the order in which they list their search results. We will show you how to maximise your chances of appearing towards the top of the search rankings, ensuring you understand what key words and phrases your potential customers are using when searching online, […]
This webinar will provide you with the knowledge and understanding you need to create a blog that promotes your business. We will cover: What a 'blog' is, how to set one up and what it takes to make them work Other small and medium sized businesses who already blog successfully and what you can learn […]
No longer just an online CV, LinkedIn can be an incredibly powerful - and profitable - business tool. Like any tool, you must learn how to use it, and this webinar gives you expert guidance. You will: Learn how to create a LinkedIn strategy to boost your business reputation via marketing and brand promotion initiatives. […]
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn & Pinterest are widely used social platforms, but often account owners aren’t looking at the metrics provided within them. Those metrics will inform you of reach, impressions, demographics and more, all of which can help towards improving the impact of your posting and targeting. This webinar will help you understand how […]
This webinar is designed to help you make more informed decisions about where paid for advertising fits in to your digital marketing strategy. During the webinar we will discuss various key considerations of paid advertising, provide advice on planning, explore platform options and look at measuring the impact of your ads. By the end of […]
Connecting with your audience through effective email marketing campaigns is a great way to improve your marketing strategy and boost sales. In this webinar, we’ll explore what makes an email campaign effective and ensure you are able to: Segment your audiences and target them effectively Create a quality marketing email and measure its effectiveness Identify […]
This webinar will guide you through the steps needed to create an effective digital marketing strategy, ensuring you focus on the right tactics to meet your business objectives and goals. We will cover: The importance of planning your digital marketing activities Building your plan around a simple framework Conducting a situational analysis (and understanding Customers […]
Businesses who plan their content in advance, aligning their channels with actual business objectives, customer themes and national events, and then schedule it to ensure it reaches the target market at the right time, on the right platform - hugely increase the chances of achieving impact. In this webinar, you will learn how to: Plan […]
Join this special session for tourism experiences (tours, visitor attractions and activity providers) with Google and VisitScotland. Hear from Google as to how your business can take advantage of direct booking links on their Google Business Profile and in Google Maps. You'll also gain a better understanding of how to more effectively advertise your tours, […]
Selling online via wholesale marketplaces has become an increasingly attractive way for new and existing retailers to reach customers all over the world. Thanks to B2B marketplaces like Faire, Wayfair and Alibaba, it’s easier than ever to sell online – but that’s not to say it’s without its challenges. This event, presented by Karen Riddick, […]
During this webinar you will: Discover the basic ‘dos and don’ts’ of taking your own pictures, editing them and uploading them onto digital platforms. See some real-life examples of posts that demonstrate good, bad and indifferent use for businesses.
In this half-day masterclass, we’ll explore how to grow your business on Amazon. Amazon is delivering consistent growth year-on-year, leading online sales in the UK and around the globe. Learning how to effectively use this platform is an excellent way to boost your online sales. Data is core to Amazon, and we’ll take a deep […]
Join us as we take a further, more detailed look at how the Google search engines indexes and ranks websites based on a number of external (off-page) and technical factors. Implementing this learning will increase your chances of customers discovering your business through Google - the world’s leading research tool. We will cover: How to […]
This Q&A between Dr Jillian Ney, Founder of the Social Intelligence Lab, and Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National Unit will help dispel the myths around social listening. Dr Jillian Ney, is a digital anthropologist, entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker who specialises in the analysis of internet culture. She’s also known as the UK’s […]
What’s the best way to sell your products online? The key to improving your online business is measuring its effectiveness - you can then take steps to optimise its performance. Should you be using your own eCommerce store or Amazon, neither or both? This webinar will help you decide. We will cover: Factors to consider […]
The session will focus on assisting with search engine performance, with reference to Google Analytics (GA) and Search Console data, both offering a wide selection of reports. To get the most out of the session it’s important that you: Have a website live and running. Have Google Analytics setup and active on the website (Universal, not GA4). […]
Join this special session for tourism accommodation (hotels, B&Bs, guest houses, hostels and self-catering owners) with Google and VisitScotland. Hear from Google as to how your business can take advantage of direct booking links on their Google Business Profile and in Google Maps. You'll also gain a better understanding of how to more effectively advertise […]
You might view TikTok as a stream of dance trends and lip-synching videos, but it can also be a fantastic place to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Explore how to create bitesize vertical video content and how to use this new format for more effective business communication. We […]
Shopify is a leading global commerce company, providing trusted tools to start, grow, market, and manage a retail business of any size. Shopify makes commerce better for everyone with a platform and services that are engineered for reliability while delivering a better shopping experience for consumers everywhere. Shopify powers over 1.7 million businesses in more […]
This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design, build and host a business website. You will learn about: The need to determine website objectives The importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results Setting clear calls to action and creating engaging content Creating your brand’s visual identity online, your […]
The aim of this session is to go through the process of planning, shooting and editing a short videos using the TikTok app. The session covers creating ‘expert’ videos, text videos, using TikTok soundtracks, creating voiceover videos, and using transitions in videos. Essential App - TikTok We will be using this app for every task […]
Online retailers are increasingly selling on multiple channels, but this can be a complex operation. Most online sellers use a combination of ecommerce platforms, such as an independent website, together with a selection of marketplaces such as Etsy, Amazon and Ebay. Maximising your sales through these channels requires a unified approach across operations, such as: […]
This webinar will help you develop and hone your social media strategy in order to amplify your message using Twitter. You will gain a deeper understanding of where Twitter fits into your overall plan, and how it differs from other platforms. You will also learn about: What makes a good Twitter profile (and the options […]
