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 […]

Introduction to Energy Transition in APAC

Meet the APAC Energy Transition  team and hear our priorities and opportunities for the year ahead. This webinar is for Scotland based companies in energy transition.

Sustainable Scotland Network Conference 2024

We’re thrilled to announce the return of SSN’s Annual Conference on public sector climate action. This year's Conference will address the key challenges and opportunities facing the public sector as we move from ambition into action on climate change, resilience and sustainability. Taking place online on Wednesday 22nd May 2024, the Conference will welcome public sector colleagues, SSN […]

Bookkeeping essentials

This webinar is for those who are entering business for the first time or require an understanding of what is involved in financially managing a business, including basic bookkeeping, and creating a profit and loss account. You will also get an understanding of what expenses the business can claim and then how to fund your […]

Selling and Exporting Overseas

Jane Milroy our expert in exporting will be running this innovative masterclass helping you to look at ways to grow business and explore some great opportunities selling to different markets overseas. This information packed webinar will take you through all the key areas you need to consider when trading internationally with a particular emphasis on […]

The essential guide to Trade Fairs

If you’re thinking about selling wholesale via trade shows and not sure where to start, this session will help you understand what’s involved and how to get started. You’ll learn more about: • How to choose your stand • What you need to think about when setting up • Pricing and marketing yourself • Navigating […]

Delivering profit to drive 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. We will cover: Getting to know your financials Controlling growth Improving decision making Opportunities Cash is king Controlling change Pricing strategies for maximum profit Measuring profit

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 […]

A step-by-step guide to building your business plan

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 […]

Ready, Steady, Grow: How to Expand Your Business

This workshop will take place online via Zoom. Joining instructions will be shared with you once you have reserved your space. Ready to accelerate your business growth but unsure where to begin? Look no further than our Ready Steady Grow workshop focused on accelerating business growth. Led by experienced business advisers, this session is designed […]

Finding, keeping and looking after your staff

One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. We'll […]

Social media essentials: Facebook

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 […]

USA Offshore Wind Market Update – May 2024

Join us to hear an update on the current state of play in the US offshore wind market. Learn more about upcoming projects, proposed longer term developments and SDI's future event calendar.

Cyber security for your small business

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. This 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 […]

How to deliver low-cost, high impact marketing

When budgets are tight, it can be difficult to find the funds for marketing. This webinar will offer marketing tips and advice that you can then use across your business - without bursting the bank. We will look at: How marketing extends way beyond what most businesses consider it to be and how it provides […]

Creating an effective email marketing strategy

Customers buy from businesses that they know, like and trust. Email marketing is powerful and affordable tool in your digital marketing toolkit to build these relationships. Most businesses send monthly newsletters to stay in touch with their audience, but your results will improve with a structured plan and the best practices that will be explored […]

Business Finance Viability

Led by experienced advisers, this webinar takes the fear out of finances, providing practical tools and guidance to help you confidently manage your business's budgeting and forecasting. You'll learn how to identify the hidden costs of running your business, including the cost of hiring staff, maintaining stock levels, and other crucial expenses. Through a series […]