Perthshire Talks Responsible Tourism: unlock the potential of accessible tourism

In this introduction to accessible and inclusive tourism, hear from VisitScotland’s Inclusive Tourism Manager about the value of the accessible tourism market, the barriers that some consumers face and how best to attract these extremely loyal customers. The session will also include practical advice and top tips to implement in your business, guidance on a […]

Skills Academy Demonstration Day

The Montrose Playhouse The Mall, Montrose

Angus Council is excited to announce the upcoming Skills Academy Demonstration Day, set to take place on Tuesday 17 September 2024, from 11am to 4pm at The Montrose Playhouse. This drop-in event will showcase a range of innovative training, simulation and administration platforms attendees can experience firsthand. Highlights include: · Facilities and Apprenticeship/Internship Management System […]

Marketing for your business – Skills Webinar

This bootcamp has been designed as a beginner's guide for businesses, focused on the subject of marketing. Without proper marketing your business cannot have a lasting impact. This bootcamp will help you to identify, profile and gain a deeper understanding of your target audiences, how to conduct market research and build a marketing plan. It […]

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 […]

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 […]

Scottish Enterprise Clean Heat Strategic Workforce Development Fund

The Clean Heat Strategic Workforce Development Fund offers workplace innovation support to Scottish companies that are working or interested in the clean heat market. This practical support helps businesses improve their processes by making better use of staff skills, experience and creativity to carry out everyday tasks. The fund also provides financial support to help […]

Canva for Business

This course covers editing pictures, designing cover photos and collages, and making professional-looking images without needing a designer. You'll pick up quick Canva tips, shortcuts, and best practices for free, understand the importance of good graphic design for building your brand, and discover how to create quality graphics. The goal is to help you quickly […]

Unplugged Montrose

Montrose Museum Panmure Place, Montrose

What is it? Open to everyone, CodeBase Unplugged is a networking and information session for those involved with or interested in tech startups. It will be a great opportunity to meet others in the local tech and business community and hear about the support for building tech startups offered by CodeBase through the Scottish Government's […]

The Employee Ownership Transition: A Deep Dive

Are you considering employee ownership as a succession plan for your business? Join us on our deep dive into the process of selling to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Aimed at business owners considering employee ownership as a succession option, this interactive online workshop will cover topics that are fundamental to every employee ownership transition. […]

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 […]

Create videos with YouTube

With 2 billion users logging in every month, YouTube provides an exciting way of increasing your brand’s exposure through video. This session will cover: how to understand your brand and target audience’s behaviours how to write, storyboard and film engaging videos how to market your content to users and measure your success You will also […]

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 […]

Cookery Schools, an opportunity for Agritourism?

Westerton Farmers Laurencekirk

Westerton Farm is investigating setting up a cookery school as part of being one of the Agritourism Monitor Farmers. Fiona Smith and Caroline Millar are travelling to Ireland mid September to visit Ballymalloe Cookery School. Ballymaloe is one of the most famous Cookery Schools in Europe and is also a working farm providing real 'farm […]

Business Support – Drop In Sessions

Kirriemuir Library 28 Reform Street, Kirriemuir

The Business Gateway team will be at Kirriemuir Library to offer expert advice and support for all your business questions. Drop in and speak to us, or use the book now button and a member of the team will be in touch to book an appointment. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow business, our […]

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 […]

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 […]

Disability Inclusion Framework

The Disability Inclusion Framework is a unique template created by Purple Tuesday to support organisations in taking a snapshot of core activities. It provides an "at a glance" review of any gaps which can help with any decisions on next steps to take. The framework focuses on three pillars which are: place: the built and […]

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 […]

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

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 […]