Events

Can your business go the distance? This session covers all the bases to determine if your growth strategy is up to scratch and that you have all you need in place to implement it.

In this session we will work on developing a business fitness training plan introducing a unique way to enhance the way you approach growing your business. Using practical methods proven to enhance sportspeople across many disciplines, we will create an all-round strategy.

The components of boxing fitness can be adapted and applied to many other objectives of people who may be trying to reach new heights. Growing your business involves idea generation, validation, strengths, mindfulness, co-ordination. So let’s put our minds through the training process and find out if our businesses can go the distance!

We will cover:

Round 1: Identifying where your strength comes from, building on that strength to create a strong platform.

Round 2: The desire to grow, understanding what our goals and objectives are, what does growth look like for us?

Round 3: Strong Legs, knowing where our strength comes from, we can work on increasing that strength to use when we really need to.

Round 4: Strong core, as well as our strong legs we need to make sure the core of our business is as strong, keeping it working for us all the time while we make important decisions.

Round 5: Delivering that power punch! Understanding when to make your move and how, working around issues and obstacles that are presented to you.

Round 6: Knockout: Closing the deal, let’s dance around our opponents and celebrate with the knowledge we know as much if not more about how we keep on delivering those knockout punches.

To book a place, click here.

In this workshop you’ll learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Canva to create compelling content, engage customers, and streamline your marketing efforts.

ChatGPT has changed the way businesses are working. In this workshop, you’ll get real practical advice on how ChatGPT can be used alongside creative tools like Canva, to assist you with all aspects of Marketing, from the planning and strategy side of things, to the tactics of creative content creation.

We will cover:

• ChatGPT’s features, tips and tricks.
• Canva’s AI features for quick content creation.
• How to create high quality content (social media , blogs, PR and more).
• Tips for brainstorming new ideas quickly.
• How to use ChatGPT for market research.

Whether you’re brand new to AI, or have some previous experience, this workshop will show you what’s possible, and provide actionable insights and prompts to help boost your marketing game.

To book a place, click here.

Join our hands-on workshop, and learn how to transform your raw footage into polished, professional-looking videos using just your mobile phone.

This practical workshop will guide you through the basics of mobile video editing, from cutting and trimming clips to adding effects, transitions, and music. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your editing skills, this session will provide you with practical tips and techniques to create stunning videos on the go.

Bring your mobile phone and creativity, and get ready to master the art of mobile video editing!

To book a place, click here.

Stop chasing clicks and start winning ‘The Answer’, Join us to learn how to make your business the top choice for AI Agents and voice assistants.

This session is designed for e-commerce and Local business owners who want o understand the 2026 search landscape without getting a degree in computer science. We’ll show you how to stop chasing “keywords” and start building “authority” that AI can’t ignore.

We will cover:

• The Rise of the AI Agent: Why your next customer might be a “shopping bot” and how to make sure it picks your product.
• Winning the “AI Answer” – How to structure your website so AI assistants cite your business as the expert source.
• Local Dominance in 2026: Why reviews and “real-world” photos are now more powerful than traditional SEO for local shops.
• E-commerce in the Age of Zero-Clicks: How to drive sales when people are getting their answers directly from the search screen.
• The “Trust Filters”: The simple things you can do to prove to AI that your business is legitimate, reliable and recommendable.

Outcome of Attending

• A Clear Strategy: You’ll know exactly what to tell your web developer (or do yourself) to stay visible.
• Local Edge: Learn how to capture the “near me” searches that AI assistants are now handling.
• E-commerce Roadmap: Understand how to update your product pages for “Agent-based” shopping.
• Peace of Mind: Stop worrying about every Google update and focus on the 3 things that actually matter in 2026.

To book a place, click here.

Taking time to plan your new business and seek advice before you start trading is time well spent. This webinar will help you to understand how to develop your own Business Plan for success.

A written Business Plan is an important tool to help you get your business started. It helps you clarify the resources and finance required. It also helps you visualise how the business could develop and provides you with a management tool going forwards.

We will cover:

We’ll discuss the varies formats of businesses, e.g. sole trader, private limited company etc. and also consider some of the other decisions you’ll be making.

Includes an overview of key elements of your Business Plan including:

Marketing:

• the role of marketing in your business.

• identifying your target customers.

• identifying the strengths and weaknesses of your competitors.

• the importance of market research.

Finance:

• preparing sales plan.

• producing a cashflow forecast.

• understanding working capital.

• different sources of finance.

Workshop outcomes:

After this training session you will understand the central part that your Business Plan play in your business, the key elements of the plan, and how to develop your own plan.

There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other workshops which may be appropriate for you.

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Business must focus not just on growth but on sustainability and survival. We will deliver among other items a guide to the 8 Steps to Survivability.

Government and economic changes are a constant, however growth for the economy is still on the cards, this could be a year for economic recovery, but for now, the evidence about the Scottish economy points more to uncertainty, fueled by business concerns about recruitment and cost of employees, “extreme cost pressures” and inflation. Therefore, business must focus not just on growth but on sustainability and survival. We will deliver among other items a guide to the 8 Steps to Survivability

Learning objectives

This workshop will:

•     To understand “why are we here”

•     What does it take to survive in today’s business climate

•     Understand the key tasks every business manager needs to manage to tackle the cost of doing business

•     Have ‘walked through’ a series of pragmatic Top Tips on how to address challenges faced

•     Ways to develop and grow, and avoid the survival trap

Looking at many aspects from what could help drive business survival through to installing greater efficiency and effectiveness. Considerations of how improving productivity can be a real move towards survivability.

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Email marketing is one of the best ways to engage with and nurture your audience. This webinar will help anyone currently using email marketing to boost the success of their email campaigns.

Connecting with your audience through effective email marketing campaigns is a great way to improve your marketing strategy and boost sales. In this webinar, we’ll explore what makes an email campaign effective and ensure you are able to:

• Segment your audiences and target them effectively.
• Create a quality marketing email and measure its effectiveness.
• Identify the most suitable platforms and tools for email marketing. campaigns, including different paid-for account levels.
• Identify the different components of a successful email campaign, including design, HTML v text and other formats.
• Use reporting and key metrics to make sure your campaigns are successful.
• Be compliant with legal requirements relating to email communications.

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Using distribution partners is a key to expansion and this session examines different ways to access wider geographical locations or sectors, and also provides practical guidance to get started.

Many businesses look to plan future growth outside the local area by working with wholesalers, retailers, agents etc. If you plan to grow in 2026/27, this session looks at ways to access wider geographical locations or sectors, in Scotland, all UK and across the globe.

Content

• Overview of Distribution as a business growth tool.
• Pros and cons of a range of different channel options (wholesalers/resellers/agents/Franchise and licensing/direct/e commerce).
• Sourcing and selecting the right partner.
• Typical pricing and margins required for channel partners in your sector.
• Thinking of channel partners and what they are looking for.
• Win/wins by working alongside different channel partners.
• Promotional support for trade sales activity linked to consumer promotion.
• Creating trade action plans.
• Gearing up for distribution – time and budget resource etc.

This is a very practical session and delegates will have the chance to think about their business situation and come up with some potential solutions to growth.

To book a place, click here.

Did you know a strong LinkedIn headline can increase profile views by 10 times?

This interactive session will give all attendees the opportunity to ask questions as we go along. We’ll cover the processes that will enable your conversations to make money and convert leads.

You will leave with a clear and focused plan of how to spend your time on LinkedIn and what your next steps should be.

(Ideally you should have access to your LinkedIn profile to make an immediate start).

To book a place, click here.

How to get ‘stuff’ done. Its not as easy as just doing it.

We will walk through different techniques which will set you up forever. Bring 30mins of work you keep putting off, with you.

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What can I claim? This short course will walk you through a number of the main expenses that are claimable.

What can I claim? This short course will walk you through a number of the main expenses that are claimable.

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Use AI-powered tools to edit clear, polished videos quickly and confidently.

Editing video can feel slow and complex, especially when you already have a full workload. Descript uses AI to simplify every step, letting you edit video by working with text instead of timelines.

In this practical session, you’ll learn how to use Descript’s AI tools to:

● Edit video by editing text – use AI transcription to cut sentences, remove mistakes, and tighten your message with simple text edits.

● Clean up audio with AI – reduce background noise and sharpen clarity using Studio Sound.

● Remove filler words and hesitations automatically for smoother, more confident delivery.

● Generate instant captions and on-screen text for better accessibility and engagement.

● Create short social clips using AI-powered highlights, markers, and reframing tools.

● Export polished videos ready for your website, social media, and email campaigns.

The session includes live demonstrations and guided practice so you can build confidence using AI in your editing workflow. By the end, you’ll know how to turn raw footage into clear, professional videos using simple, powerful AI tools.

To book a place, click here.

Learn how to speak with confidence and conviction about your business. Establish your key messages, capture the attention of your audience and convert them to your point of view.

This webinar will give you tips on how to present your business in the best light, whether in front of an audience, at an event, pitching for investment or fine-tuning for networking events.

Using various interactive techniques and examples, you will leave with confidence to represent your business vision, goals and ‘call to action’ in any environment to help promote your product or service.

To book a place, click here.