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Looking forward to a new year, new business-you!? You've had a great idea for a business and 2024 is the year you're going to make it happen. Maybe you already have a business but it needs a bit of zhuzhing up? Visit those in the know at Launchpad's Experts in Residence: Business Clinic for a ... Read more
Do you want to attract top talent for your construction business, and improve employee retention? Join the free Building Your Business: Recruitment and Retention Techniques for your Toolbox webinar on 11 December 2024 which is designed specifically for construction professionals to help you attract top candidates and team members, and improve your employee retention to ... Read more
Public procurement is changing. On 24 February 2025, the rules that shape how public bodies buy goods and services will change. The Procurement Act 2023 will introduce measures to improve and streamline the way procurement is done and benefit prospective suppliers of all sizes, particularly small businesses, start-ups and social enterprises. If your business supplies goods, ... Read more
The workshop provides a comprehensive guide to creating and utilising a business plan, offering a template and methods to monitor progress. It explores forming commercial partnerships to expand customer reach and enhance revenue. The session on growing the team covers recruitment, fostering company culture, and HR planning. Additionally, it addresses accessing finance, detailing options such ... Read more
In this Tech Hub webinar, we will be joined by Tara Elzingre, digital tool trainer and mindset coach. Learn how to use ClickUp to optimise your workflow, boost efficiency and automate mundane tasks. Tara will guide you through the features of both the paid and free versions of ClickUp. Key takeaways from this session: Discover how ... Read more
With the cost of doing business continuing to rise, UK companies face financial challenges. AI presents a solution, enabling businesses to scale and boost productivity and output, without high financial investment. Now is the time to explore how AI can streamline operations and support growth in the year ahead. Event Details Join us for an ... Read more
Following on from our recent webinar, the aim of this virtual half day masterclass is to demystify the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and provide businesses with a clear understanding of how to navigate compliance and create a competitive advantage. Introduction The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force in October 2023, with EU ... Read more
This course is specifically designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to assess and enhance your organisation’s security posture across various critical areas. Whether you are new to cybersecurity or seeking to deepen your expertise, this course will provide you with the essential skills to safeguard your business. Our integrated range of ... Read more
Are you struggling to find time for marketing as a sole trader? Do you find the mere thought of marketing yourself overwhelming? If you are this webinar is here to help! Event Details In just one hour, you’ll learn how to define your goals and your audience, create standout message, and use simple, low-cost strategies ... Read more
International markets offer huge Import opportunities for UK businesses. Finding and developing new markets for products is a hugely valuable avenue for expansion and makes international trade an excellent means of growth. Selling internationally is very complex but – as with most things – easy with help and appropriate training. This virtual half day course covers ... Read more
