Build a customer focused business

Did you know that a returning customer will typically spend more than two thirds more with your business than a brand new one? Did you know that retaining just 5% of your customer base can give an increase of over 20% in profits for your business? Having an effective strategy in place for your business […]

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 […]

How to write and develop 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 […]

e-Commerce with Shopify

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. By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Understand the essential features that a website […]

Build your brand and promotional graphics

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 […]

LinkedIn for business

No longer just an online CV, LinkedIn can be an incredibly powerful - and profitable - business tool. Like any tool, you must learn how to use it, and this webinar gives you expert guidance. You will: Learn how to create a LinkedIn strategy to boost your business reputation via marketing and brand promotion initiatives. […]

Community Development Programme of Support – Budgeting, Pricing & Cashflows

Angus Council Vibrant Communities, in collaboration with Angus Rural Partnership, have commissioned a programme of events for community groups and organisations. The new programme of workshops will help local groups and organisations: successfully form a sustainable group plan their projects apply for funding deliver their aspirations Workshop Six: This session will cover the financial elements of […]

How to protect and manage your intellectual property

You have invested time, energy, and money into your project, however, have you protected the innovation? Following this webinar, you will understand how to manage your intellectual property (IP) or how to start the process of registering it. Topics covered include: What are intellectual assets (IA)? What is intellectual property (IP)? How to use IP […]

Email marketing for business

Connecting with your audience through effective email marketing campaigns is a great way to improve your marketing strategy and boost sales. In this webinar, we’ll explore what makes an email campaign effective and ensure you are able to: Segment your audiences and target them effectively Create a quality marketing email and measure its effectiveness Identify […]

How to start a business: The basics

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. We will cover: Personal finance planning […]

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) for tourism businesses – Part 1

Join the first of two 90-minute webinars designed specifically to help you improve the search engine results rankings of your tourism business. It’s more vital than ever to get your business to the first few places in the online search results page. These two 90-minute events will tell you all you need to know to […]

The business benefits of running a sustainable business

It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits. We will look at: Understanding the problem What is sustainability and why it is important Innovation Profiting from being a green business Embracing […]

Sourcing Scotland

Perth Concert Hall Mill Street, Perth

What is Sourcing Scotland? Sourcing Scotland is a national event designed to grow sales of Scottish produce by bringing together buyers and suppliers from across Scotland to do business across the retail, wholesale, hospitality, and independent sectors. If you're looking to grow your business beyond your local area, then come along and meet the people […]

Angus Community Development Conference

Reid Hall Castle Street, Forfar

The first Angus Community Development Conference will take place on Wednesday 25 October at the Reid Hall, Forfar. This is a free event is open to all community groups and organisations within Angus to share, learn and network with other delegates. A range of speakers will showcase exemplar ideas, highlight support and funding guidance and […]

Deep dive into the EOT

How does the EOT work in practice? Attend this webinar for an overview of the tax implications of the EOT. Since its introduction in 2014, the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) has proved to be a feasible exit option for many business owners. It’s a flexible option, and by making the right choices, you can meet […]

Google Analytics – Understand how your website performs

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: Which marketing channels drive traffic to your site? What pages are users looking at the most? What impact does mobile have on your potential customers? During this webinar, we’ll help […]

ChatGPT Uncovered

Many business owners across Scotland feel hesitant towards the chatbot, grappling with apprehensions related to trust in technology, teamed with a variety of ethical matters to consider. Business Gateway wants to address these concerns and inspire Scottish business owners to explore the limitless potential of ChatGPT and how it can be harnessed for small business […]

How to build a digital marketing plan

This webinar will guide you through the steps needed to create an effective digital marketing strategy, ensuring you focus on the right tactics to meet your business objectives and goals. We will cover: The importance of planning your digital marketing activities Building your plan around a simple framework Conducting a situational analysis (and understanding Customers […]

Planning & scheduling your online content

Businesses who plan their content in advance, aligning their channels with actual business objectives, customer themes and national events, and then schedule it to ensure it reaches the target market at the right time, on the right platform - hugely increase the chances of achieving impact. In this webinar, you will learn how to: Plan […]

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) for tourism businesses – Part 2

Join the second of two 90-minute webinars designed to tell you how to improve the search engine results rankings of your tourism business. In part 1, we saw how search engines work and how to find out what people are searching for. In part 2, we’ll look at the many factors that influence how far […]