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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Scottish companies into the geothermal market in the USA
DESCRIPTION:Geothermal expert from Weatherford will tell us about opportunities in the USA market\, including within Weatherford. \nStrategies on how to enter the market and how to pivot or expand from O&G services into Geothermal. US Financial stimuli and how to access them.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/opportunities-for-scottish-companies-into-the-geothermal-market-in-the-usa/
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T110814Z
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SUMMARY:Selling on Global Platforms: Shopify
DESCRIPTION:E-Commerce has become a game-changer for growing international brands and is forecasted to be a key growth driver in coming years. E-Commerce platforms are the backbone of any online retail business\, and online shopping behaviour has been accelerated by the recent global Covid-19 pandemic. \nE-Commerce offers businesses a whole range of opportunities\, from marketing to increasing your product ranges to generating more sales\, and with an optimised and well developed website and E-Commerce channels you can not only achieve these goals but also offer your customers around the clock\, convenient service\, that can boost your business. Gain an overview of what they are and how they can take your business to the next (international) level. \nThis workshop will cover the following areas: \n\nAn introduction to eCommerce platforms – Alibaba\, Amazon\, JD.com\, eBay\, Shopify\, Rakuten\, Walmart\nChoosing the right eCommerce platform for international trade – B2B\, B2C\, D2C\nAn introduction to payment processors\nChoosing the right payment solution to trade internationally\nBest in class examples of internationally trading companies\nFurther info and support\n\nAs a result of attending this webinar you will be able to identify which platforms are right for your business to trade internationally.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/selling-on-global-platforms-shopify-2/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,International Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T150000
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CREATED:20230220T100738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100738Z
UID:10086522-1678885200-1678892400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Get impact & engagement with social media analytics
DESCRIPTION:Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter\, LinkedIn & Pinterest are widely used social platforms\, but often account owners aren’t looking at the metrics provided within them. Those metrics will inform you of reach\, impressions\, demographics and more\, all of which can help towards improving the impact of your posting and targeting. \nThis webinar will help you understand how to access those metrics\, and how to use them to improve your social media delivery.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/get-impact-engagement-with-social-media-analytics-22/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230315T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230306T143358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T143358Z
UID:10086713-1678872600-1678876200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Thorntons Data Protection Webinar - Update on Direct Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Most public and private organisations engage in direct marketing to promote the organisations’ goods\, services or ideals.  Being an area of focus for data protection regulators\, in terms of enforcement action\, it is important to ensure the marketing activity is legally sound. \nThis webinar will provide a practical overview of legal requirements in relation to direct marketing strategies\, taking account of recent case law including the Irish Data Protection Commission’s significant fine of €390M imposed on Meta Ireland for its targeted advertising as well as the UK Information Commissioner’s updated guidance on direct marketing. \nIt will cover postal\, telephone\, email and other electronic marketing strategies and provide pragmatic advice on how to minimise risk in your direct marketing strategy.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/thorntons-data-protection-webinar-update-on-direct-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Data Protection,Legislation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230206T093700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T093700Z
UID:10086441-1678802400-1678813200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Don’t get TR**PPED up by IP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a really informative event. Whether you have just started a business or own one already. \nFrom this event you will learn about: \n\nCopyright\nRegistered and unregistered trademarks\nRegistered and unregistered designs\nPatents\nConfidential information\n\nAfter this class you will: \n\nHave an awareness of all aspects of IP as they affect their organisations\nBe able to distinguish between copyright\, patents\, trademarks\, designs and confidential information\nUnderstand the importance of IP in all organisations\nUnderstand the necessity of considering IP from the outset of a business\nRecognise the rights licensing\, registering and managing entities related to IP in the UK\nRecognise the relevant aspects of each form of IP
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/dont-get-trpped-up-by-ip/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Legislation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T100650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100650Z
UID:10086520-1678802400-1678809600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:The essentials of bookkeeping and what expenses you can claim
DESCRIPTION: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 business. At the end of the session\, you will receive a workbook on excel to help you manage and monitor costs and sales. \nAt the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n\nImplement basic bookkeeping skills across your business\nCreate a profit and loss account\nUnderstand what expenses can and cannot be claimed\nUse financial management to increase revenues and profits\nUnderstand capital and revenue costs and how they are treated
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-essentials-of-bookkeeping-and-what-expenses-you-can-claim-12/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T111928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T111928Z
UID:10086622-1678791600-1678795200@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-2/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230117T091228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T091228Z
UID:10086237-1678789800-1678795200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Working with the Public Sector - All You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:How well do you know the public sector? This introductory module is recommended for anyone new to bidding. It provides a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond and introduces the concept of tendering and procurement. \nThis event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginner) workshop is a first step to tendering for new or inexperienced bidders. No previous knowledge or experience is required to attend this workshop.\n \nDuring this course\, you will learn: \n\nWhat is the public sector?\nRoutes into the public sector\nFinding opportunities\nCreating a pipeline of work\nPre-engagement activities
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/working-with-the-public-sector-all-you-need-to-know-2/
CATEGORIES:Procurement
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T100608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100608Z
UID:10086518-1678788000-1678795200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Google Analytics – Understand how your website performs
DESCRIPTION:Google Analytics (Universal and GA4) is a powerful tool that helps you understand how your website is performing. It helps answer lots of questions\, including: \n\nWhich marketing channels drive traffic to your site?\nWhat pages are users looking at the most?\nWhat impact does mobile have on your potential customers?\n\nDuring this webinar\, we’ll help you understand how Google Analytics is set up and give you an overview of key reports. We’ll also look at other web analytics tools to help you online.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/google-analytics-understand-how-your-website-performs-3/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T110055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T110055Z
UID:10086593-1678788000-1678791600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lead Generation - Digital Platforms and Tools
DESCRIPTION:B2B purchasing decision making processes are typically more complex than B2C – often involving multiple different stakeholders\, each with their own different needs\, perspectives and potential sales objectives we need to overcome \nPRESENTER Roddy MacLean \nRoddy has a track record of launching and scaling successful businesses online. He has managed several successful multi-million pound e-commerce businesses from start-up to maturity in markets including the UK\, France\, Italy\, the US and China and in his last corporate role spent 7 years as the Global Head of E-Commerce and Digital Marketing for a $120M\, US Internet Retailer Top 200 e-commerce business. \nIn recent years\, Roddy has established two successful new ventures\, Feral\, a digital marketing and e-commerce consultancy helping brands to produce authentic pillar marketing content and building high performance websites and an e-commerce retail business selling home décor products. This business is now a key player in the UK home interiors market.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lead-generation-digital-platforms-and-tools/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230314T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230116T091525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T091525Z
UID:10086211-1678786200-1678813200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Finance 1-2-1 Surgery Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Take this opportunity to discuss your finance queries with our finance specialist\, Scott Geddes. Gain clarity on the start-up and running costs for your business or discuss how to make your business profitable and financially viable. \nBrush up on some financial basics by learning how to create a cash-flow forecast and better understand your business’s profit and loss accounts. If you’re getting ready to apply for funding\, lean on Scott’s experience to understand what lenders are looking for. \nBecome aware of your financial commitments\, as they can differ depending on your business type. \nOnce you have booked your space online\, one of the 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/finance-1-2-1-surgery-sessions-8/
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230306T133502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T133502Z
UID:10086683-1678730400-1678737600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Managing People - Sustaining Employee Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to create and maintain a happy\, productive and engaged workforce. \nAs finding and employing new\, valuable staff can be difficult\, this session aims to help members of management and business owners review their current practices and implement new ones. \nDoing so with hope of achieving employee engagement\, satisfaction\, loyalty and longevity\, reducing employee turnover and the need for continuous recruiting.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/managing-people-sustaining-employee-engagement/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T101510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T101510Z
UID:10086538-1678712400-1678719600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to improve your Google search rankings - Part 1: On page optimisation
DESCRIPTION: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\, and how to optimise your website as a result. \nWe will cover: \n\nHow search engines work\, and the ‘on-page’ factors used to rank your site\nUnderstanding customer search behaviour\nKeyword research tools and how to benefit from them\nOptimising your website content for search engines
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-improve-your-google-search-rankings-part-1-on-page-optimisation-8/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T100503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100503Z
UID:10086516-1678701600-1678708800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to generate and increase sales
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe will cover: \n\nWhy a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like\, and a good understanding of their problems\, needs and wants is key to sales success\nHow to develop your sales platform using digital tools\, platforms\, and techniques\nThe different motivations potential customers may have and how to identify which ‘buttons’ your business needs to press\nThe key phases in prospecting\, qualifying\, and converting sales prospects\nThe value of a ‘sales funnel’ and how it can be used to help plan and achieve sales\nWhy keeping the customers you already have is the best sales strategy of all\nThe importance of appropriate customer service in retaining customers
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-generate-and-increase-sales-9/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230310T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T100400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100400Z
UID:10086514-1678460400-1678467600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Build your brand and promotional graphics
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will define what a brand is (and is not) and explain how it is 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. \nThis session will: \n\nProvide you with a clear understanding of the difference between brands and branding\nHelp you understand what a brand is\nShow you why branding is important\nLook at your brand strategy\, brand identity and action\nHelp you learn how to develop your brand’s positioning\, character\, and purpose to differentiate your business from its competitors\nDemonstrate how to set up a brand kit and style guide to ensure consistency across websites\, social media\, business cards\, posters etc.\nTeach you how to create simple promotional graphics using a variety of tools including Canva\nHighlight a variety of free tools including Google Drive\, Hubspot and Mailchimp that can save time and simplify marketing tasks
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/build-your-brand-and-promotional-graphics-9/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230310T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T100216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T100216Z
UID:10086512-1678449600-1678456800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Upgrade your business marketing with a CRM system
DESCRIPTION:From organising how you reach new customers to tracking the new deals you close\, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is a great tool to help your business grow. In this webinar\, we’ll show you how to connect a CRM to your website\, track potential new customers\, manage your business activities\, nurture your leads and track successful\, new business. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you will understand: \n\nWhat a CRM is\, why they’re important and the difference between some of the best CRMs offered to businesses.\nHow to use HubSpot\, a free CRM\, for managing contacts\, organising sales processes and creating reports.\nHow to improve your sales and marketing processes by using CRM task management\, meeting scheduling and email marketing.\nYour legal responsibilities when capturing customer information.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/upgrade-your-business-marketing-with-a-crm-system-9/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230310T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230222T173017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T173017Z
UID:10086651-1678442400-1678446000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Unlocking Potential: Tap into talent and Broaden your reach with Apprenticeships
DESCRIPTION:Are you keen to consider the opportunities of expanding the diversity of your workforce? \nHear real examples of why employers have invested in apprenticeships to support their inclusive workforce challenges\, how they went about it and how the business has benefited.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/unlocking-potential-tap-into-talent-and-broaden-your-reach-with-apprenticeships/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230130T111749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T111749Z
UID:10086366-1678384800-1678392000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan and Why You Need One
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will help you create a robust business plan. \nThe webinar will look at: \n\ncreating a description for your business\nthe business planning process\nefficient ways of obtaining skills and resources\npresenting your business plan\n\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/how-to-write-a-business-plan-and-why-you-need-one-10/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T095754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T095754Z
UID:10086510-1678370400-1678377600@investinangus.com
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-9/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T111830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T111830Z
UID:10086620-1678359600-1678363200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Latest updates on the low-cost visa routes
DESCRIPTION:There are lots of low-cost visa routes under the UK’s points-based system. \nJoin TalentScotland for an update on affordable visa options\, including the Graduate\, High Potential Individual and Youth Mobility routes.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/latest-updates-on-the-low-cost-visa-routes-3/
CATEGORIES:HR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T095546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T095546Z
UID:10086508-1678359600-1678363200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Tourism businesses: Make your website work for your customers
DESCRIPTION:Your website is your shop window to the world. It’s even more important now to manage it well\, so find out how to attract and delight customers with it. \nAt the end of this webinar you’ll: \n\nUnderstand how users consume content.\nUnderstand the importance of knowing your online users’ experience and tailoring the customer journey on your website accordingly.\nFind out how to measure user experience cost-effectively.\nHave some great examples of making user experience work.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/tourism-businesses-make-your-website-work-for-your-customers-2/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Tourism
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230222T172926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T172926Z
UID:10086649-1678356000-1678359600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Unlocking Potential: Employers Influencing the Apprenticeship System
DESCRIPTION:Employers can have a say on the development of future apprenticeships\, making them fit for businesses of all sizes. \nThis webinar will outline how you can get involved and influence change in your sector. \nWe will hear from Terry Dillon\, Senior Programme Manager at SDS\, who will present on the new Technical Expert Group Development Model and how you can play a part.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/unlocking-potential-employers-influencing-the-apprenticeship-system/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T105910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T105910Z
UID:10086591-1678356000-1678359600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Understanding Your Customer and Building a Customer Avatar
DESCRIPTION:If businesses don’t understand their customers they can’t sell effectively to them. This webinar will provide participants with the approach needed to truly and simply understand who their customers are and what they want. \nPRESENTER Ben Leonard \nBen is an illustration of how one person can build a business on a laptop\, from a cupboard\, in their spare time. Unlike other millennial entrepreneurs\, he grew this into an international 7 figure business within 3 years. He provides both inspiration and guidance to the next generation of young entrepreneurs who want to see their businesses reach new heights. Recognised in 2019 as one of Scotland’s Emerging Entrepreneurs of the Year\, Ben’s prepared to share the recipe for his success with other ambitious Scottish businesses. \nDespite no formal training\, Ben grew his sports and fitness equipment business “Beast Gear” into an international brand\, selling through online e-marketplaces across Europe\, the Middle East and Australia before exiting through sale
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/understanding-your-customer-and-building-a-customer-avatar-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230309T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T095433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T095433Z
UID:10086506-1678352400-1678359600@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
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/e-commerce-with-shopify-9/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
CREATED:20230220T095335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T095335Z
UID:10086504-1678294800-1678302000@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230308T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182950
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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-12/
CATEGORIES:Business Start-up
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SUMMARY:Managing your Multi Channel ECommerce Strategy Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:There’s more to selling online than simply having your own website. This half-day masterclass will cover the key areas you need to consider when managing a successful multi-channel ecommerce business. \nThese days\, most online sellers combine their own website with a selection of online marketplaces. This allows them to reach a wide range of customers\, both here in the UK and overseas. The multi-channel model can be a great way to boost your visibility and sales\, but it does require a strategic approach. \nIn this session you will learn how to: \n\nChoose the right combination of website platform and online marketplaces\nResearch and prepare your products for selling online\, including content\, images\, and videos\nReach retail and wholesale customers\, including niche buyers\nExpand overseas using website and marketplace platforms\nDevelop your customer service and order fulfilment plans\nCombine your operations via a range of simple software and logistics solutions\n\nDuring the masterclass you’ll get insights into live accounts – such as Shopify\, eBay\, Amazon\, Etsy\, Wayfair\, and Faire – and examples of how these accounts can be managed using one piece of software. \nThis event will be delivered by Karen Riddick\, a business owner\, writer\, speaker\, and Amazon guru. Karen founded Second Nature Online\, a sustainable soft furnishing business\, in 2008. Since then\, her company has grown considerably using global e-marketplaces\, like Amazon\, to reach international customers.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/managing-your-multi-channel-ecommerce-strategy-masterclass/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing,International Trade
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SUMMARY:An update on 'Right to Work' checks
DESCRIPTION:Covid-19 right to work measures are ending on 30 September 2022. In this webinar\, TalentScotland will look at how employers in Scotland can continue to perform right to work checks after this date. \nThis webinar is presented by Brodies LLP\, TalentScotland’s immigration specialists\, and you’ll have the opportunity to have any questions you might have.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-update-on-right-to-work-checks-4/
CATEGORIES:HR,Recruitment
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230308T120000
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SUMMARY:Instagram for business
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nGetting the setup right and benefitting from the available business tools.\nBest practice profiles\, and some strategies to help your business stand out from the crowd.\nThe types of audience you can reach via this platform and the factors and analytics such as cost and timing of posting images and how that can maximise impact.\nThe various types of content you can post to Instagram\, from regular posts to Stories and Reels.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/instagram-for-business-25/
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing
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CREATED:20230306T133404Z
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SUMMARY:Realising your potential: Support for women in business
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, the world has shifted towards a more equal climate in the workspace\, but significant barriers still remain for women in business and the pandemic has brought about more challenges. \nFinding your community and a network of support is vital\, and this webinar\, on International Women’s Day\, will explore the issues faced by women including the unique barriers they encounter and the strategies which can be put in place to overcome them. \nChampions of women in business\, Carolyn Currie\, Chief Executive of Women’s Enterprise Scotland\, and Gail Macgregor\, Dumfries & Galloway councillor and COSLA spokesperson for Environment and Economy highlight the challenges\, explore the opportunities and set out tips for success. \nThis session will explore: \n\nHow the pandemic impacted female-led businesses and how we can reverse those trends\nWhy Scotland is a good place to be a woman in business\nWhat resources are available for women in business\nWhat some of the key skills and qualities that successful businesswomen possess are\, and how these can be developed
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/realising-your-potential-support-for-women-in-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Networking
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