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SUMMARY:Using AI tools to create content for your business
DESCRIPTION:In this business.connected workshop in partnership with Vodafone Business\, we’ll explore how to harness the power of AI to create smarter\, more strategic content – without compromising on authenticity. \nWhether you’re a solo entrepreneur\, a small business owner or part of a growing team\, this session will give you the tools to confidently integrate AI into your content strategy while staying true to your brand voice and values. \nLed by Kristian Downer\, an expert in digital content and AI applications\, the workshop will cover how to use AI tools to generate blogs\, video scripts and social media posts efficiently – plus how to make sure your content feels human and trustworthy. \nYou’ll also learn how to repurpose one idea into a wealth of content across different platforms\, and how to use AI-powered analytics to track what’s working\, what’s not and where to optimise. \nKristian has over 11 years of experience in digital marketing and specialises in helping business owners and marketing managers cut through the complexity to achieve consistent\, profitable growth. From sole traders to large corporates\, he’s delivered proven strategies and high-performing campaigns that drive real results. \nNow\, as a national trainer for Google Digital Garage through Enterprise Nation\, he’s equipping businesses across the UK with the skills to navigate the evolving digital landscape – including the opportunities and challenges of AI in marketing. \nWith business.connected\, get support on the technologies and digital business areas that can help you and your business work smarter. Grow online with expert guidance\, peer insights\, digital skills training and smart connectivity solutions. \nKey takeaways from this session\n\nEthics and authenticity when using AI: Understand the importance of using AI responsibly\, including keeping data secure and maintaining brand trust.\nAI tools for creating content: Explore practical tools to help you generate engaging blogs\, scripts and social media posts more efficiently.\nBalancing AI and human content: Learn how to blend AI-generated and human-authored content to remain authentic and relevant.\nContent repurposing strategies: Discover how to turn a single idea into 10 or more pieces of content across different platforms.\nAI-driven analytics: Use intelligent tools to measure your content performance and optimise your strategy for better results.\n\nImportant details about the workshop\n\nDuring the webinar\, you’ll also have the chance to ask Kristian any questions.\nThe session lasts two hours. By signing up\, you’ll also receive extra resources to support your learning.\nEach workshop is designed to deliver practical\, hands-on advice for SMEs. You’ll leave the session knowing how to implement specific strategies.\n\nThis webinar is part of a series for business.connected. Check out the other events\, including more online workshops and business bootcamps held in-person across different regions of the UK. \nAbout business.connected\nThe business.connected hub is a free online training programme of workshops\, webinars and e-learning modules designed to help businesses go digital and adopt new technology. \nThe programme is supported by Vodafone Business. For more information\, visit the business.connected support hub.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-ai-tools-to-create-content-for-your-business/
LOCATION:online workshop
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Join SAVS and Ingenium Coaching online on Monday 11th August\, from 12pm to 1.30pm for this free training session to understand different personality types. Book your free place\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThis is part of a four-part series with Ingenium Coaching to deliver training to the sector to improve your personal and professional development. This session is number two in the series\, with the first focusing on understanding perception and how it differs for each person.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThis session will explore how to improve workplace relationships and performance by helping individuals understand themselves and others better\, ultimately leading to more effective communication\, collaboration\, and conflict resolution.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nIt will also help you to understand the challenges in understanding diverse personalities and behaviours\, promoting self-awareness\, and enhancing team dynamics.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nAlthough the session is 1.5 hours long\, the lunchinars usually finish within 1 hour.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/1424/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T130000
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SUMMARY:Planning for success: How to action plan by adopting SMART objectives
DESCRIPTION:Duration1 hour\nContentbusiness academy\nPart ofFuel your Business Growth: Start your business\n\n\n\nGet to grips with using SMART objectives in your business planning. \n\n\nWhat you’ll learn\n\n\nhow to identify risks\nusing SMART action planning\nflexible planning\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\nWe’ll guide you through an action plan with SMART (specific\, measurable\, realistic\, timebound) objectives and how to incorporate flexibility and revision. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nChris Stevens\nHead of Business Support\, Swindon and Wiltshire Business and Growth Unit \n\nChris has over 6 years’ experience in mobilising and delivering business support programmes and projects to bring about regional economic development. \n\n\n\nDarren Brindley\nBusiness Navigator\, Swindon and Wiltshire Growth Hub \n\nDarren has over 20 years experience of working with businesses of all sizes around the world\, supporting their development\, growth and skills progression.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/planning-for-success-how-to-action-plan-by-adopting-smart-objectives/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T120000
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SUMMARY:Four steps to kick-start your venture
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nGet the fundamentals you need to give your business idea the best chance of success. \n\n\nWhat you’ll learn\n\n\nkey do’s and don’ts when starting your business\nfoundation pillars for success\nfocus areas for planning\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\nJoin Archie Wilkinson\, CEO and Co-founder of Lifesaver\, as he takes you through the ‘do’s and don’ts’\, the foundational pillars of success\, and the focus areas for giving your venture the best chance of success. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nArchie Wilkinson\nCEO\, Lifesaver \n\nArchie is the CEO of Lifesaver\, a certified B-Corp company pioneering sustainable charging solutions. Under his leadership\, Lifesaver developed the world’s first outdoor power bank vending machine\, reducing battery waste and partnering with major events and venues like Wimbledon\, The O2\, Wembley Stadium and Winter Wonderland. As an Export Champion\, he has expanded Lifesaver internationally\, recently achieving 58% annual revenue growth and EBITDA+. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/four-steps-to-kick-start-your-venture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Achieving Email Excellence Strategies for Successful Email Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Email Marketing remains a cornerstone of digital communication\, which when used effectively can elevate your brand\, foster customer loyalty\, and drive remarkable results. \nIn this 2-hour webinar\, we will explore how email marketing can be a game-changer for your business\, unravelling the secrets behind crafting compelling campaigns and how they seamlessly integrate into your overall marketing strategy. \nEvent details:\nTime: 10 am – 12 pm \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £30pp \nThroughout this webinar\, we’ll cover essential topics such as:\n\n\nBuilding a Solid Foundation: Learn the fundamentals of email marketing\, from creating subscriber lists to segmenting your audience for targeted messaging.\n\n\n\n\nThe Legal Bits: Get an understanding of the legalities of email marketing including Marketing Consent (GDPR) and Unsubscribes.\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Irresistible Content: Dive deep into the art of crafting emails that captivate your audience.\n\n\n\n\nAutomation and Personalization: Explore the power of automation to streamline your email campaigns and the art of personalization to create a tailored experience for each recipient.\n\n\n\n\nThe Customer Journey: Learn how to utilise email marketing for more than just conversion. Nurture your customers and create touch points to improve customer engagement.\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics and Optimization: Learn how to track and interpret key metrics\, identify areas for improvement\, and optimize your campaigns for maximum impact.\n\n\nGet ready to revolutionize your approach to email marketing and unlock the full potential of email marketing for your business! \n\nMeet the Host: \nStacey Pretty – Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\nStacey is the Marketing Director of Let’s Do Marketing\, a marketing consultancy and services agency which is tailored to specifically support new and small businesses with organising and fulfilling their marketing ideas. With over 17 years of marketing experience\, working in both B2B and B2C environments\, Stacey has extensive experience in managing\, creating\, and promoting a variety of products and services using both online and offline marketing tools. Understanding the challenges faced by new and small businesses\, Stacey seeks to simplify the complexities of marketing\, with an approach focused on effectiveness and consistency\, ensuring that every marketing effort translates into tangible results. For Stacey\, marketing isn’t just about campaigns; it’s about building relationships and fostering an excellent customer experience.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/achieving-email-excellence-strategies-for-successful-email-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Using Canva to Create Content
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to create eye-catching and engaging graphics for your business? Join our Using Canva workshop to find out how to utilise the online graphic design platform Canva to make everything from your company branding to social media posts and more! \nEvent details:\nTime: 10am – 11:30am \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £25pp (£30pp from after April) \nIn this course\, we’ll cover everything from:\n\n\nHow to sign up and get set up on the platform\n\n\n\n\nHow to navigate Canva as a beginner\n\n\n\n\nCreating a brand kit for your business\n\n\n\n\nCreating a new graphic together for a campaign for a business\n\n\n\n\nWalkthrough of all the basic features of Canva\n\n\n\n\nResizing designs to make posters and leaflets\n\n\n As part of the live event of this workshop\, we will also have a Questions and Answers session to finish this online workshop\, where participants can ask specific questions about how to use Canva for their business. \n\nMeet the Host:\nKerry Madge | Marketing Executive\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nKerry Madge is a dynamic Marketing Executive at Let’s Do Marketing\, bringing nearly six years of diverse experience collaborating with businesses of all sizes. Holding a BA in Marketing Management\, Kerry excels in social media advertising\, graphic design\, and copywriting. Her passion lies in crafting creative solutions and developing comprehensive marketing strategies that empower small businesses to visualise and achieve their overarching goals.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-canva-to-create-content-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Ask the Expert: How AI Can Help Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:With so much talk about AI\, what does it actually mean for small businesses like yours? There’s so much being said about AI right now\, but it can be tricky to know what’s useful and what’s just hype.\n\nThat’s exactly why we’re bringing you a one-off live Q&A\, packed with practical advice and honest answers to the most common (and most confusing!) questions about AI.\n\nJoin Small Business Britain and BT Group on Thursday 28th August at 10:00 AM for Ask the Expert: How AI Can Help Your Small Business.\n\nThis is a live\, interactive session with some of the UK’s leading AI experts. No jargon\, no pressure\, just clear\, helpful insight. Whether you’re completely new to AI\, feeling unsure about where to begin\, or already using tools in your day-to-day\, this is your chance to learn more and ask anything.\n\nWe’ll explore real-world examples\, bust common myths\, and show how AI can help with everything from saving time and boosting productivity to improving customer experience. Got a question? Submit it in advance or ask it live on the day\, our panel is here to help.\n\nIf you’ve ever wondered: – Is AI right for my business? – How do I start using AI without overcomplicating things? – What are the quick wins I can try today? …then this session is for you.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/ask-the-expert-how-ai-can-help-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development,Online Event,Zoom
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