Alternative Visa Routes

Options for Scottish employers recruiting international talent other than the skilled worker route. Join this webinar to find out which routes are lower cost, more flexible or faster to obtain.

Protect your business and data from hackers

Join us to look at why it’s important for all businesses to give their online security thought and consideration. We will take you through some simple steps to minimise the risks. We will also direct you to available support to help you and your business. During the session will cover: Cyber security and why it […]

Instagram for business

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. Learn which type […]

How to Utilise Business Support from the Education Sector

There is a wealth of support available to Tayside businesses from the local education sector. Come along to our online session to find out more, where we’ll be hearing from representatives from Abertay University, the University of Dundee, the University of Stirling, Perth College and Dundee & Angus College. Topics covered will include support available […]

Video production for social media

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 […]

Bookkeeping and finance: The essentials for business

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 developing 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 […]

Amazon-Selling International Masterclass – Part 2

For anyone looking to start or grow a retail or e-commerce business, the Amazon marketplace is worth considering. After completing Part One, register for Part Two of this ‘Selling on Amazon’ masterclass. You'll learn how to: Optimise your product catalogue Handle your customer order Use the Fufilment by Amazon (FBA) service Expand into Amazon’s international […]

Pinterest for business

Thinking about using Pinterest to showcase your business? Move from being a beginner to knowing enough to gain commercial benefit from the use of Pinterest. We will cover which type of audience you can reach via this platform and the factors and analytics such as cost and timing of posting content and how that can maximise […]

German market immersion session

Tune in and find out why this market is so important to the region and how your tourism business can work with the German travel trade, to influence the decision-making process of visitors from this market. You’ll hear from our market specialists on specific characteristics of the German visitors and how you can tailor your […]

Cloud for business

How can you keep track of customers, manage resources and keep in touch with everyone efficiently? Is a cloud-based solution right for your business? How do different back office strategies compare on cost and value? At the end of this webinar, you’ll have: Up-to-date information and tools to help you make strategic back-office decisions. Real-world […]

Creating value for your customers

It’s essential to consider your target market when developing your products and services to ensure you meet their needs and desires. Following this webinar, you will understand the key steps you can take now to understand, create and improve your value proposition. Topics covered include: How to create value for your customers The Value Proposition […]

Building your brand and promotional graphics

This webinar will define what a brand is (and isn’t) and explain how it’s more than just creating a logo. We will explore how a business can use their brand to show its identity, purpose, personality, message and values in order to stand out from competitors, build a loyal customer base and make more sales. […]

How to build a digital marketing plan

This webinar will guide you through the steps needed to create an effective digital marketing strategy to meet your business objectives and create more leads. We will cover: Setting measurable goals, establishing what your customers are looking for and competitor analysis. Developing your brand Content strategy Prioritising digital channels Marketing communications planning and evaluation

Bookkeeping

This workshop will explain: what financial records are needed the broad principles and procedures of accounting systems how to choose accounting systems – both manual and computerised which financial statements and statutory returns are relevant to your business different accounting periods and financial years how to use financial records for monitoring the financial state of […]

Meet The Adviser – General Surgery

Whether you are thinking about starting a business or you have already started one, the Meet the Adviser General Surgery is an opportunity to meet with one of the Business Gateway Tayside team over Zoom to ask any business related questions you may have. We have slots throughout the day and you will be matched […]

Marketing your business on a budget

When budgets are tight it can be difficult to find the funds for marketing. This webinar will help you use marketing to increase customer engagement. We 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 […]

Twitter for business

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, how it relates to other platforms, and the relative benefits of sponsored posts, as well as how to create them. You […]

Go green to grow your business

This webinar will cover a variety of areas, from "what have we learned from Covid?" through to "understanding your new greener customer", to “reducing your costs and upping your sales”, highlighting where profit can be generated from developing your businesses green credentials. We will look at: Understanding the problem What is sustainability and why it […]

Start-Up: Awareness

This workshop aims to make you aware of the various requirements involved in setting up a business. 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.  This webinar is for businesses based in Dundee, Angus or Perth.

An Introduction to Self-Employment and Starting your own Business

This workshop aims to make you aware of the various requirements involved in setting up a business. 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. This webinar is for businesses based in Dundee, Angus or Perth.