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SUMMARY:Deposit Return Scheme Roadshow 2023
DESCRIPTION:Circularity Scotland are inviting producers\, retailers and hospitality providers to a roadshow to explain more about the Deposit Return Scheme which goes live on 16 August 2023. \nEach DRS workshop will last just over 3 hours and will cover: \n\nProducer Registration process\nReturn Point Operator Registration process\nOperations overview: how the scheme works\nExemptions: eligibility criteria\nQ&A session\n\nThe roadshow will take place on 9 February in Dundee where there are two sessions\, one at 9am and the other at 2pm. Spaces are limited.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/deposit-return-scheme-roadshow-2023/
LOCATION:Malmaison Dundee\, 44 Whitehall Crescent\, Dundee\, DD1 4AY
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Legislation
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UID:10086403-1675866600-1675870200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Scale-Up Visa Route: Latest updates
DESCRIPTION:The government has recently introduced the Scale-Up visa route\, which gives certain employers another visa option to help access international talent. \nJoin us to learn more about this new route and how it could help you access international talent.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/scale-up-visa-route-latest-updates/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T160000
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SUMMARY:Build an effective strategy to grow your business
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/build-an-effective-strategy-to-grow-your-business-8/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T160000
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UID:10086285-1675864800-1675872000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Facebook for business
DESCRIPTION:Get to grips with Facebook – the world’s most popular social networking platform. \nIn this webinar you will: \n\nLearn how to get the most out of Facebook and how it could fit into your business’s digital marketing strategy.\nBetter understand the algorithm behind Facebook\, and how to create great content that achieves a bigger reach and impact.\nLearn from the stats and data you can get from the system and discover who your most interested customers/clients are.\nUnderstand the power of Facebook advertising\, and other selling options available to you.\nDiscover other business opportunities presented by Facebook\, including how to promote and sell products and services.\nBe introduced to ‘Business Suite’ – a free Facebook dashboard to manage all your business activity.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/facebook-for-business-26/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T103002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T103002Z
UID:10086283-1675850400-1675857600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Website User Experience – Is your website fit for purpose
DESCRIPTION:Websites should look good and function well\, and give your website visitors and customers a positive user experience. \nDuring this webinar\, we’ll look at User Experience (UX) and how you can improve it on your website\, including: \n\nUnderstand what User Experience is\nA look at some of the key factors\, including credibility\, value\, purpose and more\nHints\, tips and tools to help you start improving elements of your website\nAn overview of tools to help you measure User Experience
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/website-user-experience-is-your-website-fit-for-purpose-2/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20221220T113944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T113944Z
UID:10086128-1675848600-1675875600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:HR 1-2-1 Surgery Sessions
DESCRIPTION:With an academic background in business law & HR management\, Skye is the perfect resource to offer confidential\, impartial advice for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Whether you’re looking to hire your first employee\, looking to review your workplace policies or dealing with complex employee issues – no challenge is too big or too small. \nOnce you have booked your space online\, one of our team will be in touch to discuss an appointment time with you and send you further information. These sessions can take place online via Zoom or alternatively\, face to face in our Dundee Business Gateway Office. \nThese appointments are aimed at businesses based in Dundee\, Angus\, and Perth.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/hr-1-2-1-surgery-sessions-2/
CATEGORIES:HR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230116T092045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T092045Z
UID:10086215-1675848600-1675863000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Scottish Community Tourism (SCOTO) Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:SCOTO is on tour to raise awareness of the scale and impact of community-led tourism across Scotland from January to March 2023. \nFrom Shetland to Selkirk and Benbecula to Brechin\, join our Roadshow and find out how the SCOTO network can support you. \nSCOTO will be at Brechin City Hall on 8 February from 9.30am to 1.30pm. Register to attend.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/scottish-community-tourism-scoto-roadshow/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Tourism
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T161750Z
UID:10086218-1675848600-1675859400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Cruise Business Seminar
DESCRIPTION:This seminar\, organised by CruiseForth\, is aimed at businesses who may wish to develop opportunities arising from the cruise ships which visit the Forth and the Tay each year. \nIf you are a cruise friendly business\, operating within 90 minutes of the ports of Leith\, Newhaven\, South Queensferry\, Rosyth or Dundee\, would like to know more about the opportunities\, or believe you have something to offer\, contact Peter Wilson on info@cruiseforth.com to register your attendance. \nTo cover costs there will be an attendance fee of £25\, which will be invoiced in advance (no cancellation within 7 days of the event). For those attending\, who choose to advertise or renew advertising on the CruiseForth Website and App\, then £10 will be deducted from the annual fee (£80) on registration or renewal.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/cruise-business-seminar/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton\, North Queensferry\, KY11 1HP
CATEGORIES:Tourism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230208T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230208T170000
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CREATED:20230110T170005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T170005Z
UID:10086200-1675846800-1675875600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Health & Safety information and mentoring
DESCRIPTION:MVV Environment Baldovie welcomes local businesses who are looking for information and mentoring on Health & Safety. \nCome along on Wednesday 8 February 2023 at 9am or 1pm. \nLearn from Health & Safety experts about best practice and find out what you can put in place to keep your business\, staff and customers safe and compliant. \nEmail sarah.cartmill@mvvuk.co.uk to register.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/health-safety-information-and-mentoring/
CATEGORIES:Health and Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20221220T113855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T113855Z
UID:10086126-1675792800-1675800000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Complete Guide to Finance for Start-Ups
DESCRIPTION:This webinar aims to give an introduction to the role of finance in business. \nThe workshop will look at: \n\nmanaging a profit and loss account\nproducing a cashflow statement\nworking capital\nthe different sources of finance\nthe different legal structures of a business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/complete-guide-to-finance-for-start-ups-7/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up,Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T102917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T102917Z
UID:10086281-1675778400-1675785600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Video production for social media
DESCRIPTION:Video captures people’s attention online and is important for getting your message across\, while engaging with your target audience. \nLearn how to: \n\nChoose what type of video to create to suit your business objectives\nPlan\, shoot\, edit\, and upload video without special kit or expertise.\nGet to know the various digital platforms that can be utilised to view and share video content.\nSee what editing apps are available and how to add music and subtitles.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/video-production-for-social-media-27/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230130T113003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T113003Z
UID:10086378-1675764000-1675771200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Future Ready Digital - Info Session
DESCRIPTION:This short online interactive session will provide more information on the programme. You’ll get the opportunity to speak with the delivery team and raise any questions you might have prior to signing up to the five session programme. \nResearch highlights a strong link between digital maturity and business performance. Leading digital companies outperform across a range of financial and non-financial performance measures – this programme will support you to implement a digital project that delivers real value for your business. \nThis isn’t an IT programme – it’s about preparing for success in a turbulent and uncertain digital era\, through a blend of online and in-person workshops and practical project delivery. \nDelivered by industry expert Dr Jim Hamill and Scottish Enterprise’s Digital Team. \nThe programme will: \nShow you the full potential of existing and emerging technologies which support business growth and competitiveness in an increasingly volatile digital world\nHelp you apply digital initiatives that deliver real business improvement\nProvide support and share best practices\, as well as practical and strategic advice\nGuide you to develop and implement a Future Ready Digital Roadmap \nWho’s this for? \nThe Future Ready Digital programme is aimed at ambitious business leaders of Scottish companies.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/future-ready-digital-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T102827Z
UID:10086279-1675764000-1675771200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Pinterest for business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring this webinar we’ll help you better understand: \n\nWho is using Pinterest and what are they looking for?\nHow to setup your business profile\nKey features to use within Pinterest\nMeasuring success and engagement
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/pinterest-for-business-24/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230130T113100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T113100Z
UID:10086380-1675764000-1675767600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:International Marketing-Product\, Positioning\, Target Markets & Gap Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Moving into a new market is both exciting and terrifying. There are tremendous opportunities as well as unknown pitfalls. From a sales and marketing perspective how should you navigate these? \nThis workshop will cover the following areas:  \n\nUnderstand what brand positioning is\nHow to position your product or service in a new market\nWhat to look for in different markets\nWhat’s important about your brand\nPractical GAP Analysis tools\n\nAs a result of attending this webinar you will obtain a clearer understanding of what sales and marketing should consider before entering a new market.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/international-marketing-product-positioning-target-markets-gap-analysis/
CATEGORIES:International Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T102053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T102053Z
UID:10086277-1675706400-1675713600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Self-Employment and Starting your own Business
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will provide you with the opportunity to network with other business owners and will also highlight useful sources of information\, advice and guidance. \nThere will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be appropriate for you.  \nThis webinar is for businesses based in Dundee\, Angus and Perth.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-self-employment-and-starting-your-own-business-11/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230206T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T102004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T102004Z
UID:10086275-1675692000-1675699200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:TikTok and Instagram Reels for business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe will cover: \n\nHow to optimise your TikTok and Instagram accounts for the best results with video.\nHow to discover the latest trends on each platform and leverage this to create popular videos for your business.\nIdeas for creating content to entertain\, inspire or educate your audience (with lots of examples from a variety of relevant TikTok and Reels accounts).\nHow to increase engagement and reach by paying attention to your videos’ structure\, duration\, titles and understanding hashtags and algorithms.\nThe best kit\, apps and workflow to create bitesize vertical videos for both platforms.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/tiktok-and-instagram-reels-for-business-8/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230206T120000
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CREATED:20230123T101912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T101912Z
UID:10086273-1675677600-1675684800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business websites & what you need to consider
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design\, build and host a business website. You will learn about: \n\nThe need to determine website objectives\nThe importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results\nSetting clear calls to action and creating engaging content\nCreating your brand’s visual identity online\, your site’s blueprint and how you can structure your site map\nWhat’s involved in registering your domain\, maintaining your site content\, and options for hosting it\n\nThis webinar will also offer guidance on when and how to outsource your website development. Covering topics such as choosing a suitable content management system\, what to organise first and costing for the work.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-websites-what-you-need-to-consider-21/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230203T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T101441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T101441Z
UID:10086271-1675440000-1675447200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Making digital content accessible
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand and consider the barriers and challenges faced by others when accessing digital content.\nAssess your digital content on how easy it is for others to access\, consume and understand.\nReview your website content with an understanding of what adjustments you should make to ensure that your content is catering to all.\nUse social media functions and tools to help make your content more accessible.\nUnderstand and use an ‘Accessibility Ready Checklist’ for any of your content to ensure you are designing and developing content for all of your audience.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/making-digital-content-accessible-8/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230203T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230203T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230130T112852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T112852Z
UID:10086375-1675418400-1675423800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Amazon and eMarketplaces drop-in clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join experts Karen Riddick\, Ali Shariat and Zamir Cajee and get advice on how to develop your eMarketplace to boost your following and sales. \nThe session will cover all major online marketplaces including Amazon\, eBay\, Alibaba\, Faire\, Etsy\, and will offer personal advice for your business. \nAbout the experts \nKaren Riddick is a business owner\, writer\, speaker\, and Amazon guru. She is the founder of Second Nature Online\, an eco-friendly soft furnishing business\, which she has exponentially grown using global e-marketplaces like Amazon to reach international customers. \nAli Shariat is an expert at building brand following and leverage using the e-marketplaces\, to increase sales across traditional distribution channels. \nZamir Cajee runs his own business and has built up extensive experience of major marketplaces\, using this experience to assist major brands throughout the UK \nKaren\, Ali and Zamir founded This Way Up Education\, through which they share their practices\, tools\, and expertise to help other brands build up their sales\, reach and use of online marketplaces.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/amazon-and-emarketplaces-drop-in-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T101345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T101345Z
UID:10086269-1675414800-1675422000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:e-Commerce with Shopify
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the essential features that a website needs to have to sell physical and digital products online\nUnderstand what Shopify is and how to use the features it offers to build a secure and powerful e-Commerce website\nUse the Shopify page builder and work with free themes to get the design and style of your website on-brand\nUnderstand how to manage orders and deliver great customer service\nUnderstand how to launch your new e-Commerce website and ensure all essential building blocks are in place using a pre-launch checklist\n\nShopify is a paid monthly subscription costing around £25 per month
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/e-commerce-with-shopify-8/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230130T110359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T110359Z
UID:10086338-1675360800-1675368000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to start a business: The basics
DESCRIPTION:Whatever your reasons may be for considering being your own boss\, Business Gateway is here to support you and help you decide if this is the right path for you. Helping you consider your plans from exploring your potential customers to looking at the key activities and costs involved. \nWe will cover: \n\nPersonal finance planning – how much do you need to earn?\nResearching your market – who your customers are\, understanding your competition and what the trends are within your chosen field\nBusiness structure – what are the core business structures? How to decide which is right for you and how to register as a business\nCreating your start-up action plan – an outline\nMarketing\nPricing\nNaming the business\nBasic bookkeeping\nForecasting\nFinancing\, banking\, insurance\, and VAT\nTax
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-start-a-business-the-basics-10/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T101257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T101257Z
UID:10086267-1675332000-1675339200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Twitter for business
DESCRIPTION: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. \nYou will also learn about: \n\nWhat makes a good Twitter profile (and the options available to you).\nTwitter best practice content and what makes the perfect tweet.\nDashboards such as Hootsuite to help you manage and integrate your social media accounts and schedule content.\nAdvanced techniques for social listening and pro-actively finding content and customers.\nThe basics of Twitter paid advertising.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/twitter-for-business-19/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230202T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20221220T113753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T113753Z
UID:10086124-1675332000-1675339200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Google Business Profile
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBy the end of the session\, you will have an understanding of: \n\nThe potential benefits of a Google Business Profile\nHow to update and optimise all elements about your business\nHow to manage your listing via Google Maps\nHow to set up smart ad campaigns and the difference between smart mode and expert mode
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/google-business-profile/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20221220T113704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T113704Z
UID:10086122-1675274400-1675281600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This new workshop will cover the crucial next steps in what you need to know to ensure successful marketing takes place within your business. \nMarketing Strategy is an advancement from our ‘Market Research Made Easy’ workshop\, with the specific focus on supporting those businesses that are established and already have the basic marketing methods in place. \nThis workshop will look at: \n\nMarketing Audit – current knowledge and success.\nUnderstanding what ‘Marketing’ is.\nThe importance and benefits of planning.\nHow to develop your Marketing Strategy.\nMeasuring your marketing output\nTop tips to improve your Marketing Strategy\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will come away with the knowledge plus top tips for implementing your own marketing strategy plan into your business.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/marketing-strategy-workshop-4/
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230123T101212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T101212Z
UID:10086265-1675267200-1675274400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Cloud essentials for business
DESCRIPTION:Business owners and managers are busy. You’re wearing many hats\, and your time is always in short supply. Cloud-based digital tools help you to run a more productive business by embracing the right digital processes. \nWe’ll focus on exploring a range of tools on the market which will help you to enhance your customer service operation\, improve your project management\, organise your digital storage and much more. By the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand what the cloud is and what its benefits are\nUnderstand your own ‘digital back office’\nUse up-to-date knowledge on current cloud services and tools to help you with your business operations\nMake informed decisions about improving your digital processes based on scalability\, security\, efficiency and affordability
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/cloud-essentials-for-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230201T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195236
CREATED:20230117T090822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T090822Z
UID:10086229-1675260000-1675265400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Expanding Your Business Globally – Tendering in New Markets
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets? \nWider opportunities are not always as easy to find\, so you need to commit time and resources into investigating them. Businesses may be surprised to learn that the procurement rules in Scotland and the rest of the UK are currently largely the same\, but this may change when the full impact of Brexit is known. So how can businesses based within Scotland find and win public sector contracts within the rest of the UK\, Europe and larger countries signed up to the World Trade Organisation’s Agreement on Government Procurement such as Australia\, Canada\, China\, Japan\, and the USA? \nAt this training one of SDP’s expert trainers will show you where to find opportunities in new public sector markets\, including for OJEU and international contracts. \nAdvances in technology is making it easier for businesses of all sizes to work internationally\, the trainer will give an overview of what considerations your business needs to take into account before start expanding globally. \nOverview of what you will learn: \n\nHow to find new opportunities in the rest of the UK\, Europe and globally\nHow to set up a business development strategy in a global public sector\nWhat considerations your business need to think about when working internationally\nHow to adapt to new opportunities\nCommon mistakes businesses make and how to avoid them\n\nAt the end of the session\, there will be an interactive Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to ask the questions you have and how to navigate expansion of your business through public sector contracts in a post-Brexit environment. \nThis event is suitable for Level 3 (Advanced) if you have a very good understanding of public sector procurement (completed Level 1 and 2 or have equivalent experience) & you have bid for a public sector contract on more than one occasion.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/expanding-your-business-globally-tendering-in-new-markets/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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SUMMARY:Producing engaging online content
DESCRIPTION: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 media and now want to take it a step further\, and develop the skills to show your audience that you are a trusted operator in your field. \nThis session will help you: \n\nUnderstand what kind of content your customers are looking for\nSource\, write and deliver that content\nAmplify your brand and message and boost engagement online
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/producing-engaging-online-content-22/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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SUMMARY:Skilled Worker Route: How employers can sponsor international talent
DESCRIPTION:With most EU and non-EU citizens now subject to the UK immigration system\, we invite you to join us as we discuss how the Skilled Worker route can help you to access overseas talent. \nAs a Scottish based SME\, TalentScotland can support your business in a number of ways.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/skilled-worker-route-how-employers-can-sponsor-international-talent-4/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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SUMMARY:Talking Tourism: 2023 catch-up with VisitScotland
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nOne-on-one advice\nQuality Assurance schemes (and how they can help your business!)\nInternationalisation\nDigital
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/talking-tourism-2023-catch-up-with-visitscotland/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing,Networking,Tourism
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T120000
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SUMMARY:Keep your business safe online
DESCRIPTION:Join us to find out how criminals are targeting small businesses online\, the risks you face\, and what you can do to minimise your exposure to online crime. \nThis webinar includes a number of live demos\, covering the following areas: \n\nWhat are the main online threats to your business?\nThe 5 pillars of prevention (Backup\, Malware prevention\, Securing your hardware\, Passwords & Phishing attacks)\nSimple and practical measures you can implement to protect yourself and your business\nBest practice recovery steps for your business if the worst should happen\n\nAs a result of attending this webinar\, you will gain a deeper understanding of the digital threats facing your business and what you need to do to secure your website\, social media and company data from cyber criminals.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/keep-your-business-safe-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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