The Scottish agricultural sector is facing one of the biggest shifts in legislative and budgetary frameworks in a generation. From proposed changes to the Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs from Inheritance Tax, to the ongoing Land Reform (Scotland) Bill, there are big challenges on the horizon. Join experts from Thorntons’ Land and Rural Business team […]
This webinar will focus on the work the help available to registered private landlords looking to improve the energy efficiency of their rental properties. Whether you’re looking to discuss your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or various funding options or have your property assessed in depth, we can help. If you need to make improvements to […]
This webinar will focus on the work the help available to registered private landlords looking to improve the energy efficiency of their rental properties. Whether you’re looking to discuss your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or various funding options or have your property assessed in depth, we can help. If you need to make improvements to […]
Whether you’re looking to hire your first employee, looking to review your workplace policies or dealing with complex employee issues – no challenge is too big or too small. Once you have booked your space online, one of our team will be in touch to discuss an appointment time with you and send you further […]
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 […]
This powerful session is designed to show you how to develop self-compassion in a way that will help you grow personally, and professionally. We’ll explore: What self-compassion really is The hidden cost of your inner critic Why being kind to yourself helps you achieve more, not less Simple practices to build a healthier relationship with […]
AI is no longer just on the horizon. It's already here, reshaping how we work, create, and communicate. Since its launch in 2022, ChatGPT has revolutionised industries from education to marketing, customer service to software development – and it's just getting started. But here's the big question: are you using it to its full potential? […]
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 […]
Join Scotland's Agritourism Monitor Farms Programme for a talk on how to achieve increased profitability in an agritourism enterprise from Colin McNally, Finance Expert. We will hear how using data to inform decision making has helped Monitor Farmer, David McMiken, make positive changes to the Ernespie Agritourism business including introducing a new enterprise. We will […]
Search behaviour is evolving - people now speak naturally to voice assistants and AI tools, not just type into Google. This workshop shows you how to show up wherever your customers are searching: Google, Bing, AI platforms, social media, and voice search. We’ll start with the basics, then guide you through a clear, practical process […]
When budgets are tight, it can be difficult to find the funds for marketing. This webinar 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 businesses consider it to be and how it provides […]
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
Explore the great potential from the European market. Discover the main inspirations for them booking a holiday to Scotland and how understanding their booking preferences and activities while in Scotland can provide you with a competitive advantage. Learn how to leverage these insights to refine your marketing strategies.
You’ve heard of Artificial Intelligence, but do you know how it can help you as you run your business? This practical webinar will explore how AI can help improve your business marketing to be more efficient and cost-effective, through the automatic creation of content for all your digital platforms; as well as helping you better […]
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 […]
Join one of the creators of the Soil Health Data Cube, OpenGeoHub Foundation, for this webinar in the AI 4 Soil Health project's series, exploring how AI, open data and new research is transforming soil health monitoring and management across Europe. This webinar will showcase how open, high-resolution geospatial data is unlocking new ways to […]
Join Scotland's Agritourism Monitor Farms Programme to to welcome Diane Knight, Client Services Director, from Green Tourism, a world-leading sustainability certification for the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. Green Tourism helps businesses embed responsible and environmentally friendly practices that not only reduce impact but also enhance visitor appeal. In this session, Diane will share how […]
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 […]
This is the second in a series of four virtual roadshows, designed to take the findings of Agroecology-TRANSECT and disseminate broadly what they mean in practice. Agroecology-TRANSECT is a Horizon Europe project exploring how nature-friendly farming is evolving across 11 countries in Europe and beyond, and how these practices can accelerate positive change for people, […]
Canva is an all-in-one online design tool that makes it simple to create graphics, edit photos/videos and write content. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to navigate Canva with confidence, starting with a broad overview of what you can create and do with Canva including a live demonstration of the Canva Editor. We’ll then explore […]
