How to start a business: The basics

Whatever your reasons may be for considering being your own boss, we are here to support you and help you decide if this is the right path for you. We will cover: Personal finance Planning – how much do you need to earn? Researching your market – who your customers are, understanding your competition and […]

Cashflow management for your small business

This webinar has been designed for small business owners, in order to help them with their short-term cash preservation and cashflow, as well as helping to prepare your business for the future. You'll learn about managing your short-term cashflow and preparing your business for the future, with effective cashflow forecasting and planning to put your […]

Why your business needs a blog

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 […]

An introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for small businesses

You’ve heard of Artificial Intelligence, but do you know how it can help you as you run your business? This practical webinar will explore how AI can help improve 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 you better […]

Cyber security for you and your business

Cyber security is an important skill for everyone to learn, whether you’re an employee or managing your own business. This course introduces learners to the main weaknesses that cyber criminals look for and the most common cyber attacks that take place. Learn about some of the key steps you can take to ensure you and […]

An introduction to business strategy

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. We will […]

How to improve your Google search rankings – Part 1: On page optimisation

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, […]

How to generate and increase sales

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. We will cover: Why a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like, and a good understanding of […]

Video production for digital marketing

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 […]

Kickstart your Marketing

The workshop will cover the basic principles of marketing, including target audience identification, competitor analysis, value proposition, and the development of marketing strategies. The workshop will also explore the importance of measuring the success of marketing strategies and how adhering to good business practice can positively influence Customer Generated Content. Overall, this workshop is ideal […]

Tasting Tayside & Fife 2024

Discovery Point Riverside Drive, Dundee

Bringing together outstanding producers from Angus, Dundee, Fife and Perthshire, this is a networking event that allows guests to experience world class local food and drink and find out more about how to stock it. The event allows for informal conversations to help facilitate understanding between fantastic local producers and buyers (chefs, retailers, distributors etc). […]

Essential Leadership – Taster & Information Session

Are you a new business leader, someone who aims to move to a leadership role in the next two to three years, or the leader of a business that's in the early stages of growth? If so, the Essential Leadership programme could be for you. You can join our taster session, which will give an […]

Managing the growth of your small business

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 […]

Growth Leadership – Taster Session

Are you a leader of a business with planned growth aspirations, a leader looking to build on previous leadership development over the next two to three years, or the leader of a business that's in the early stages of growth? If so, the Growth Leadership programme could be for you. You can join our taster […]

Upskill for Today & Future Proof Your Business

Michelin Innovation Parc Baldovie Road, Dundee

Calling all electricians, plumbers, car mechanics/technicians and tradespeople working with hybrid/electric vehicles (EV), EV charging installation points, hydrogen vehicles or heat pump systems. Explore our cutting-edge facilities, equipment and training at The Skills Academy at Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc, designed to elevate your skills in current & future technologies. Why Attend? Hands-On Experience: Explore our state-of-the-art equipment used for our upskilling […]

Social media essentials: TikTok and Instagram Reels

TikTok and Instagram Reels aren’t just for dance trends and lip-synching videos, they can also be a fantastic opportunity to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Learn how to create bitesize video content for more effective business communication on two of the most popular social platforms. We will cover: […]

How to build a digital marketing plan

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 […]

Recruiting, Training & Retaining Staff – Monitor Farms Programme

Charleton Farm Montrose

This Monitor Farm meeting takes place on Tuesday 21 May 2024 at Charleton Fruit Farm and Arbikie Distillery. The focus of the meeting is on recruiting, training and retaining staff. Registration is at 10am at Charleton Fruit Farm with the meeting starting at 10.30am and lunch will be provided. Graeme and Lisa from Charleton will […]

Social media essentials: Instagram

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 […]