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SUMMARY:Ready for Biz - Online
DESCRIPTION:The popular Ready for Biz start-up programme returns via Zoom in July 2026! \nAre you thinking about setting up a new business? Ready for Biz\, Start-Up programme\, is returning to support aspiring entrepreneurs. \nWhy not turn your idea/hobby into a reality? \nWorkshop dates/times: \nThe programme consists of 3 x 3-hour sessions\, each from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. \n\n\nThursday 16th July – Exploring your idea and shaping your business plan\n\n\n\n\nThursday 23rd July – Understanding financials and funding options\n\n\n\n\nThursday 30th July- Marketing\, social media & online presence and Practicalities of getting started\n\n\nReady for Biz: What’s it about? \nTo increase entrepreneurship\, we are offering a fantastic opportunity to come together to develop the knowledge\, skills and confidence they need to launch a successful business. \nThis inspiring programme has been specifically created to help encourage you to set up a new business. From refining your business idea to marketing and managing your finances\, we can help you prepare to successfully start your business. \nThis programme is delivered by Let’s Do Business Group\, one of the leading providers of business support and training in the South East and East of England. \n100’s of aspiring entrepreneurs have already completed our start up programmes\, using the learnings to turn ideas into viable businesses\, will you be next? \nYour place includes: \n\n\nNine hours of expert-led start-up training delivered over three interactive workshops\n\n\n\n\nCopies of all presentation slides\n\n\n\n\nPractical templates including business plans\, cash flow forecasts\, and other useful planning tools\n\n\n\n\nA bank of resources and recommended websites\n\n\n\n\nOpportunities to ask questions and receive guidance tailored to your business idea\n\n\n  \nThe programme will help you to: \n\n\nExplore and clarify your business idea\n\n\n\n\nResearch your target market and understand your competitors\n\n\n\n\nDevelop your business model and kick-start your business plan\n\n\n\n\nHelp you to understand the numbers\, create projections and explore funding options\n\n\n\n\nStart shaping your marketing strategy\, incl. online and social media presence\n\n\n\n\nSet your business goals\n\n\n\n\nOverview of business types\, tax and insurance\, accounting software\, and bank accounts\n\n\n\n\nTools to help with taking the next step\n\n\n\n\nGain peer support from like-minded people\n\n\nThese sessions will be taking place via Zoom. You can access Zoom easily from your desktop computer\, laptop\, tablet or mobile phone. Join our experienced Start-Up Coaches for a series of 3 x 3-hour sessions starting Thursday 16th July 2026. \nPlease note that previous participants have done so whilst caring for children and juggling other distractions. So don’t let that be a barrier\, and if you have any specific needs or cannot attend all the sessions\, please just drop us a line at info@ldbgroup.co.uk\, and we can discuss options. \nClosing date for applications is Monday 13th July. \nEligibility: \nOpen to anyone who’s not yet up and running or has registered as self-employed or a company within the last 12 months. \nOnly invited applicants can apply through this registration. These are applicants from Gosport\, Rochford\, Brentwood\, or East Sussex who have been referred through REED/DWP. \nAll other applicants should apply here – https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/ready-for-biz-online \n  \nWe look forward to hearing from you!
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CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Do's & Don'ts for Success
DESCRIPTION:Use LinkedIn to expand your professional network\, attract new clients\, and create real business opportunities – all without feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start. \nFinding it hard to make LinkedIn work for your business? Many small business owners set up a profile but post irregularly or struggle to engage the right audience\, then wonder why results don’t follow. \nThis workshop focuses on giving you LinkedIn strategies that generate meaningful connections and business growth. You’ll optimise your profile\, craft engaging content\, and network effectively. By the end\, you’ll have practical skills and actionable strategies to make LinkedIn a powerful tool for your business. \n  \nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 09:30am – 11:30am \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £30pp +VAT \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nOptimising Your Profile: Learn how to create a professional and compelling LinkedIn profile that attracts the right audience.\n\n\n\n\nBuilding a Network: Discover strategies for connecting with potential clients\, collaborators\, and industry peers effectively.\n\n\n\n\nCreating Engaging Content: Explore how to post updates\, articles\, and multimedia content that positions you as an expert in your field.\n\n\n\n\nGenerating Leads: Learn practical methods to identify prospects\, start conversations\, and turn connections into opportunities.\n\n\n\n\nPersonal Branding on LinkedIn: Understand how to present your business consistently and authentically to build trust.\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics & Growth: Learn how to monitor engagement\, track performance\, and adjust your LinkedIn activity for maximum impact.\n\n\n  \nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\nStacey Pretty is the Marketing Director at Let’s Do Marketing\, where she helps small and growing businesses turn their marketing ideas into real results. \nWith more than 19 years of hands-on experience in both B2B and B2C marketing\, Stacey’s worked on everything from digital campaigns and content strategies to traditional promotions. She’s seen what works\, and what doesn’t\, for small businesses trying to make their mark. \nStacey’s mission is simple: to make marketing easier to understand and more effective for business owners who have a lot on their plates. Her sessions focus on practical\, achievable steps that bring consistency\, confidence\, and results.
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