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SUMMARY:Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Description\nNeed to create a marketing strategy document but don’t know where to start? This workshop breaks down all the elements of a marketing strategy\, to help you create a consistent and cohesive plan that helps you attract the right customers\, communicate clearly\, and grow your business with purpose. \n  \nStruggling to make your marketing actually work for your business? Many small business owners dive into social media posts\, flyers\, or ads without a clear plan – and end up frustrated when results don’t follow. \n  \nThat’s why this workshop focuses on helping you create a marketing strategy that drives results. You’ll learn how to define your audience\, sharpen your message\, and turn your strengths into a clear\, consistent plan you can use every day. By the end\, you’ll have the know-how and framework to confidently market your business with purpose and direction. \n  \n\nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £35pp +VAT \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nWhat is a Marketing Strategy & Market Analysis: Understand what a marketing strategy really is and why it matters\, while exploring your market landscape to identify opportunities and gaps where your business can stand out.\n\n\n\n\nSWOT Analysis & Competitor Insights: Assess your strengths\, weaknesses\, opportunities\, and threats\, and learn how to analyse competitors to differentiate your business effectively.\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying Target Audiences & Crafting Your Unique Value Proposition: Discover who your ideal customers are and how to communicate what makes your business special in a way that resonates with them.\n\n\n\n\nBrand Identity & Messaging: Define a clear\, consistent brand personality\, and create compelling messages that connect with your audience across all channels.\n\n\n\n\nChoosing Channels & Measuring Success with KPIs: Identify the marketing channels that will deliver the best results for your business and learn which key performance indicators to track to see what’s working and where to improve.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\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. \n  \nWith more than 20 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. \n  \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.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/understanding-and-developing-a-marketing-strategy-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Need to create a marketing strategy document but don’t know where to start? This workshop breaks down all the elements of a marketing strategy\, to help you create a consistent and cohesive plan that helps you attract the right customers\, communicate clearly\, and grow your business with purpose. \n  \nStruggling to make your marketing actually work for your business? Many small business owners dive into social media posts\, flyers\, or ads without a clear plan – and end up frustrated when results don’t follow. \n  \nThat’s why this workshop focuses on helping you create a marketing strategy that drives results. You’ll learn how to define your audience\, sharpen your message\, and turn your strengths into a clear\, consistent plan you can use every day. By the end\, you’ll have the know-how and framework to confidently market your business with purpose and direction. \n  \n\nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £35pp +VAT \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nWhat is a Marketing Strategy & Market Analysis: Understand what a marketing strategy really is and why it matters\, while exploring your market landscape to identify opportunities and gaps where your business can stand out.\n\n\n\n\nSWOT Analysis & Competitor Insights: Assess your strengths\, weaknesses\, opportunities\, and threats\, and learn how to analyse competitors to differentiate your business effectively.\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying Target Audiences & Crafting Your Unique Value Proposition: Discover who your ideal customers are and how to communicate what makes your business special in a way that resonates with them.\n\n\n\n\nBrand Identity & Messaging: Define a clear\, consistent brand personality\, and create compelling messages that connect with your audience across all channels.\n\n\n\n\nChoosing Channels & Measuring Success with KPIs: Identify the marketing channels that will deliver the best results for your business and learn which key performance indicators to track to see what’s working and where to improve.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\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. \n  \nWith more than 20 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. \n  \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. \n  \n\nPrivacy Notice\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to Let’s Do Business Group processing and managing your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will only be used for the purposes of managing your event registration and any relevant communications.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/understanding-and-developing-a-marketing-strategy-5/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Bot Up Your Business - Marketing Programme Registration
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Britain is thrilled to deliver the Bot Up Your Business programme\, supported by BT Group\, to help small business owners learn how AI can be their marketing ally. Through practical training designed to tackle real-world business challenges\, you’ll learn how AI can improve content creation\, strengthen copywriting\, and enhance social media campaigns. \nJoin us to sharpen your AI skills and help your business grow! \nCourse dates \n  \n\nModule 1 – 5th March (10am – 11am)\nModule 2 – 12th March (10am – 11am)\nModule 3 – 19th March (10am – 11am)\nModule 4 – 26th March (10am – 11am)\n\n\nA special thanks to BT Group for partnering with us on this programme.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/bot-up-your-business-marketing-programme-registration/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Using Canva to Create Content
DESCRIPTION:Description\nLearn how to design eye-catching graphics that elevate your brand and engage your audience without needing a design degree or expensive software\, with this beginners guide to using Canva! \n  \nStruggling to create professional-looking visuals for your business? Many small business owners find themselves overwhelmed by design tools or rely on costly designers for every project. Introducing Canva – your key to success (and less stress!) \n  \nIn this workshop we’ll be looking at the potential for our business by using Canva – and you’ll learn how to navigate the platform\, design with purpose and ease\, and maintain brand consistency to captivate your customers and build marketing materials that help you to reach your business goals. By the end\, you’ll have the confidence and skills to produce high-quality visuals that resonate with your audience\, put your best foot forward\, and unlock new possibilities for your marketing! \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nGetting Started with Canva: Understand how to sign up\, set up your account\, and navigate the platform’s interface.\n\n\n\n\nCreating a Brand Kit: Learn how to establish a cohesive brand identity by setting up your brand kit\, including logos\, colours\, and fonts.\n\n\n\n\nDesigning Graphics: Discover how to create various graphics\, from social media posts to posters\, using Canva’s templates and tools.\n\n\n\n\nResizing Designs: Master the art of resizing your designs to fit different platforms and purposes\, ensuring consistency across all your materials.\n\n\n\n\nPractical Application: Participate in a live session where you’ll see how easy it is to create a graphic for a business campaign\, and get the guidance from an expert on how to use the platform for your own business.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nKerry Madge | Marketing Executive\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nKerry Madge is a creative and hands-on Marketing Executive at Let’s Do Marketing\, bringing nearly six years of experience helping businesses grow through social media. With a BA in Marketing Management\, she specialises in social media advertising\, content creation\, and graphic design\, turning ideas into engaging posts that capture attention and drive results. \n  \nKerry 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 visualize and achieve their overarching goals.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-canva-to-create-content-4/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Meet your customers where they are – and make social media work for your business growth! \n  \nThis Introduction to Social Media Marketing course takes you back to basics – understanding and finding your audience online\, and giving you the foundational skills to build a strong online presence that helps your business grow. \n  \nThis workshop focuses on practical strategies that drive real engagement and business growth. You’ll discover how to choose the right platforms\, craft content that resonates\, and manage your presence effectively. By the end\, you’ll have the skills and confidence to make social media a powerful asset for your business. \n  \n\nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £35pp +VAT \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nBuilding a Solid Foundation: Learn the basics of social media marketing\, including how to choose the right platforms and set up your profiles for success.\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Your Audience & Strategy: Discover who your ideal audience is\, what they care about\, and how to plan content that resonates with them.\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Engaging Content: Explore techniques for creating posts\, images\, and videos that capture attention and encourage interaction.\n\n\n\n\nScheduling\, Automation & Consistency: Learn how to plan and schedule content efficiently\, using tools and strategies to maintain a consistent presence.\n\n\n\n\nGrowing Your Following & Engagement: Understand how to attract followers organically\, encourage engagement\, and build relationships with your audience.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nKerry Madge | Marketing Executive\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nKerry Madge is a creative and hands-on Marketing Executive at Let’s Do Marketing\, bringing nearly six years of experience helping businesses grow through social media. With a BA in Marketing Management\, she specialises in social media advertising\, content creation\, and graphic design\, turning ideas into engaging posts that capture attention and drive results. \n  \nKerry’s passion is helping small businesses navigate the world of social media with confidence. She loves developing practical strategies\, crafting eye-catching content\, and showing businesses how to use platforms like Facebook and Instagram to connect with their audience and achieve real growth. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/introduction-to-social-media-marketing-5/
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CATEGORIES:Social Media
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