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

The 2025 playbook: this year’s key business trends

From advancements in AI to shifts in social media, customer behaviour and attracting talent, this session will provide actionable insights to keep you ahead of the curve. Our expert panel, hosted by Hugh Lightbody, will share their predictions, case studies, and strategies for leveraging these trends to drive growth and ensure you can stay competitive […]

How to create engaging content

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. This session is ideal for businesses that already have a business website […]

Ready, Steady, Grow: How to Expand Your Business

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 to help you identify your growth potential and create a roadmap for success. Through collaborative discussions with like-minded businesses, you’ll gain […]

AgriFood Innovations – Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems

At this online webinar series, you will hear about ways in which the carbon footprint of food production can be reduced, by different thematic areas. These webinars will feature keynote speakers providing expertise in their given field and insights from Innovate UK funded projects. There will be an opportunity to network, and pose questions to […]

Unleash the Power of ChatGPT/AI for global business growth

AI has been hitting the headlines recently, with the launch of ChatGPT already making waves in various industries. ChatGPT and other similar AI applications use natural language processing to create humanlike conversational dialogue. The language model can respond to questions and compose various written content, including articles, social media posts, essays, code and emails. This […]

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 […]

EOI – Scaling Internationally with Amazon & Other Global Marketplaces

If you’re an established company looking to scale internationally, this flexible accelerator programme is for you. With a primary focus on maximising success on Amazon, you’ll also explore other key online marketplaces including eBay and Etsy, as well as specialised wholesale online marketplaces like Alibaba, Wayfair, Faire and more. The programme will provide you with […]

Kickstart your Marketing

The workshop will cover the basic principles of marketing, including target audience identification, competitor analysis, value proposition, and the development of marketing strategies. The workshop will also explore the importance of measuring the success of marketing strategies and how adhering to good business practice can positively influence Customer Generated Content. Overall, this workshop is ideal […]

Understanding Co-ops for Creative Industry Businesses

Civic House 26 Civic Street, Glasgow

Are you thinking of starting a new creative business? Or looking for a different approach to your existing business or community venture? Have you considered a co-op? If you're looking for an inclusive, democratic approach to your business, then a co-op could be the perfect fit. Our free event, Understanding Co-ops, is brought to you […]

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 […]

Business Support – Drop In Sessions (Kirriemuir Library)

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 […]

Social media essentials: TikTok and Instagram Reels

TikTok and Instagram Reels aren’t just for dance trends and lip-synching videos, they can also be a fantastic opportunity to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Learn how to create bitesize video content for more effective business communication on two of the most popular social platforms. We will cover: […]

A Guide to Completing your Self-Assessment Tax Return with EQ Chartered Accountants

If you are newly self-employed and are required to submit a self-assessment return for the first time or want to better understand the basics of completing your Self-Assessment Tax Return then this workshop is for you. The session will cover the key dates, the basics about allowable expenses and record keeping, as well as how […]

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 […]

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 […]

Mastering Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT

This comprehensive masterclass will immerse you in the world of AI and prompt engineering. Prompt engineering is the term used for the way you craft your questions or tasks, ‘prompts’, for AI models to get the best results. The session will help you master interactions with ChatGPT, OpenAI's advanced generative AI model. It offers a […]

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 […]

Marketing for your business

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 will also explain brand development and positioning - choosing your price points. Agenda: Marketing and market research […]