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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in the Workplace Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that an estimated 1 in 7 people in the UK are neurodivergent? This means many organisations already employ individuals with neurodivergent conditions or are likely to in the future. Ensuring your workplace is inclusive and supportive of neurodiverse talent is not only the right thing to do but also essential for compliance with employment law and fostering a more innovative and productive workforce. \nSpecialist employment solicitor\, Charlotte Holman\, from Holmes & Hills Solicitors\, will provide expert insights to deepen your understanding of neurodiversity and share actionable guidance on creating a more inclusive workplace for neurodivergent employees. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nWhat Neurodiversity is and the range of neurodivergent conditions\nWhy awareness is important for employers – exploring the legal duties and risks\nPractical steps for employers to support neurodivergent employees in the workplace\nReal-world insights including Employment Tribunal case examples\n\nWho should attend?\nThis webinar is designed for HR professionals\, managers\, business owners\, and anyone responsible for ensuring compliance with employment law or fostering inclusivity in the workplace. Whether you are seeking to improve your organisation’s support for neurodivergent employees or want to better understand your legal obligations\, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Overcoming the fear of failure when starting a business
DESCRIPTION:Fear is a natural part of running a business but it doesn’t have to control your growth or your income. \nIn this webinar\, Krystle McGilvery will guide you through understanding the deeper roots of fear\, reframing limiting beliefs and building the confidence to earn what you’re worth. \nYou’ll also discover how to surround yourself with the right people and resources to create lasting financial stability\, even in unpredictable times. Packed with practical strategies and real-world examples\, this session will help you turn setbacks into stepping stones and create a business that thrives. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nUnderstand the deeper roots of fear in your business. Whether it’s pricing\, visibility\, or doing something new\, and learn how external messages and old beliefs might be limiting your growth\nLearn practical ways to flip fear-driven thoughts and confidently take the next steps in your business\, from raising your prices to testing new offers and building financial stability\nDiscover how to create a supportive ecosystem of peers\, mentors and experts online and in person\, who will push you forward\, keep you accountable and normalise success and profitability\n\nKrystle is a chartered accountant\, behavioural change expert and dynamic speaker dedicated to helping individuals and organisations unlock their unique value\, build confidence and foster financial and economic resilience. With over a decade of experience in financial leadership within creative industries\, she blends behavioural science\, financial strategy and psychology to drive transformative action. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Krystle to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n– ——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/lunch-and-learn-overcoming-the-fear-of-failure-when-starting-a-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Creating a content marketing strategy that converts
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create a content marketing strategy that converts. \nIn this webinar\, Sally Day\, director of Saltoria Marketing\, will dive into creating effective content strategies\, from identifying target audiences to developing content calendars and measuring success. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nTips on how to create a simple and realistic content marketing plan\nAdvice on how to create a content calendar that works for you\nTips on creating impactful and original content\nHow to identify your ideal client and measure success\n\nSally runs Saltoria Marketing and is an Enterprise Nation adviser. Sally and her team are super passionate about making marketing fun and accessible for everyone and giving small companies the same opportunities that big brands get. \n  \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.)
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/creating-a-content-marketing-strategy-that-converts/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Brand Distinction - The Art of Winning Customers’ Attention
DESCRIPTION:In a world where customers are bombarded with choices\, how do you make your business the one they remember? \nJoin Small Business Britain\, BT Digital Skills\, and marketing expert Karen Webber\, founder of Goodness Marketing\, for this one-hour webinar to help small businesses stand out in a competitive marketplace. \nYou’ll learn: – How to move beyond generic marketing and find your authentic brand voice that resonates with your ideal audience – Practical strategies to showcase your unique perspective and experiences in your marketing communications – How to break away from industry “shoulds” to create marketing that feels genuine and attracts loyal customers \nMeet the Expert: Karen Webber is a marketing coach and strategist. As the owner of Goodness Marketing\, Karen helps small businesses with big hearts do marketing that feels good\, does good and gets good results. \nAbout BT Digital Skills: BT Digital Skills is partnering with Small Business Britain to deliver digital skills to small businesses across the UK.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/brand-distinction-the-art-of-winning-customers-attention/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Marketing,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Access to Finance: Masterclass for Disabled\, d/Deaf\, and Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Accessing business finance is a barrier for many entrepreneurs\, and when faced with additional barriers\, as many Disabled entrepreneurs are – the topic can become even harder to navigate. \nOn Monday 31st March at 11am\, Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank are running an online Masterclass to help Disabled\, d/Deaf and Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs understand how and when to access finance\, and what options are out there. \nTopics covered in the session include: \n\nHow and when to access finance for your business\nFinance options available to you\nHow to set up your finances to ensure you’re in the best place possible for when you are ready to apply for additional funding\nInformation on the Disability Finance Code for Entrepreneurship which launched in November 2024 to enable better access to finance for Disabled founders\n\nAlongside experts from Lloyds Bank\, the Access to Finance Masterclass will be hosted by: \nRichard Bearman: Managing Director\, Small Business Lending – the British Business Bank \nKirsty Heywood-MacDonald: Founder of Heywood-MacDonald Accountancy Services \nMasterclass details: \nDate: 31st March \nTime: 11am-12pm \nLocation: Zoom – you will receive the link directly from Zoom within 24 hours of completing the Google Form
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/access-to-finance-masterclass-for-disabled-d-deaf-and-neurodivergent-entrepreneurs/
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CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event,Webinar
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