Photography for online business

An image is everything. Learn how to shoot, edit and upload photos for use online and to showcase your business. During this webinar you will: Discover the basic ‘dos and don’ts’ of taking your own pictures, editing them and uploading them onto digital platforms. See some real-life examples of posts that demonstrate good, bad and […]

HR – Recruiting, managing, and retaining staff

One of the scariest things you can do as a business is take on staff – from hiring, 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 manage your team. […]

International Digital Platforms and Tools for B2B Lead Generation

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. Roddy 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 […]

Website User Experience – Is your website fit for purpose?

Websites should look good and function well, and give your website visitors and customers a positive user experience. During this webinar, we’ll look at User Experience (UX) and how you can improve it on your website, including: Understand what User Experience is A look at some of the key factors, including credibility, value, purpose and […]

Producing engaging online 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. Ideal for businesses that already have a business website or use social […]

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, and how it differs from other platforms. You will also learn about: What makes a good Twitter profile (and the options […]

Pinterest for business

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. During this webinar we’ll help you better understand: Who is using Pinterest […]

Making digital content accessible

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. By the end of this webinar, […]

Developing your Start-Up Action Plan

This workshop will be held online via zoom. Joining instructions will be shared with you once you have booked your space. This online workshop will give you the information needed to build a start up action plan. The plan will enable you to consider which actions are relevant to your plan, start building a set of […]

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 […]

Access to Funding Roadshow

Marischal College Broad Street, Aberdeen

If your business is considering a fundraising campaign, join this event to get advice about the funding options available, the benefits of debt and equity and how to get Funder ready. Our guest panellists from Scottish Enterprise, Bank of Scotland, Henderson Loggie and more will explore all these subjects and more in an interactive session. […]

What is involved in building a successful international ready website

What’s the masterclass about? This expert-led webinar covers everything you need to stay ahead of competitors by creating a globalised website and social media presence. The session is designed as a guide for ambitious Scottish businesses planning to expand into new international marketplaces. You’ll learn about the following topics: Selecting a domain Registering with search […]

Community Active and Sustainable Travel Consultation

We would like to extend a warm invitation to you for our upcoming Community Active and Sustainable Travel Consultation Event. The event is scheduled to take place on the 29th April 12am - 4pm, and 4th May 7pm - 9pm at Angus Cycle Hub This consultation event is designed to bring together stakeholders, community members, and […]

Upgrade your business marketing with a CRM system

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 […]

Cloud essentials for business

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. We'll focus on exploring a range of tools on the market which will help you to enhance your customer service […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Essential Guide for International Marketeers

Learn the key principles of digital marketing and how to develop results-focused essential skills using the right tools. From identifying the right channel to evaluating campaign performance, this event will teach you industry techniques to grow your international business. It’s ideal for those starting out in digital marketing or in need of a skills update. […]

Facebook for business

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 […]

Become a CPD-certified Green Champion

Rising energy costs, the climate emergency and increasing consumer pressure continue to impact businesses and challenge the way they manage their environmental performance. The good news is Business Energy Scotland’s Green Champions training course has already helped over 4,000 professionals from organisations across Scotland to prepare for this challenge. And this is your chance to […]