Starting a business? Why not consider a franchise before you go it alone!
Monday 9 January 2023, 12pm – 1pm / Online
Want to start your own business? Franchising can offer a safer route into business – buying into a brand that offers a structure, training, and on-going support as well as a network of like-minded business owner. The phrase used is ‘In business for yourself- but not by yourself’. Join our free webinar with Pam Gordon, Franchising Consultant, to find out more about this business format and what it means and how to research opportunities.
Database Workshop: Finding Business-to-Business (B2B) Leads
Thursday 12 January 2023, 2pm – 3pm / In-person at Jubilee Library
If you’re searching for businesses to do business with, you’ll need leads and contacts. Here at the BIPC Sussex we offer free access to leading databases providing up-to-date information, contact details, and financials for companies across the UK, Ireland, and the world. Join the BIPC team at this interactive group workshop that will introduce you to the databases and show you how to use them.
Writing a great 60-second pitch for your business
Tuesday, 17 January 2022, 10am – 11.30am / In-person at Crawley Library
If you haven’t got a clear 60-second pitch ready, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business every day. Join the NatWest Entrepreneurship team as they break the 60-second or ‘elevator’ pitch down into its component parts to help you explain your business quickly and simply.
Business Model Canvas: Who said business planning had to be hard?
Tuesday 17 January 2023, 10.30am – 11.30am / In-person at Jubilee Library
If the thought of writing your first business plan feels daunting and time consuming, there's a tool to help you - the Business Model Canvas. In this practical workshop with the BIPC team, you will learn to divide and address each section of the business plan and how each works together to build your business.
How to be a brilliant exhibitor - Top Tips
Wednesday 18 January 2023, 10.30am – 12pm / In-person at Jubilee Library
Exhibitions / trade shows are a great way to promote your business to hundreds of people in a space of a couple of hours. In this engaging in-person session at the BIPC in Jubilee Library, Mike Monk, founder of Advantage Business Mentoring will share his top tips on how to be a brilliant exhibitor and give you the confidence and the tools to make the most of any exhibition / trade show.
How to look after your health and wellbeing when self-employed
Thursday 19 January 2023 12pm – 12.45pm / Online
Poor health can be one of the main causes of stress when you’re self-employed. January is a time for us all to think about our health and wellbeing and adopt new healthy habits. Join our free 45-minute practical information advice session with Laura Wood from the Healthy Lifestyles Team at Brighton & Hove City Council on how to stay healthy at work while self-employed.
Coffee Morning - Relaxed in-person Networking
Monday 23 January 2022, 10am – 11.30am / In-person at Jubilee Library
If you're looking for ways to connect with other business people, freelancers and those thinking of starting up, this is the place! The BIPC Coffee Mornings are relaxed in-person networking sessions for informal conversation and meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections, hosted by Michelle Allen from Infinite Upstart and the BIPC team.
Database webinar: How GRANTfinder can help find finance for your start-up
Tuesday 24 January 2023, 2pm – 2.30pm / Online
You have an idea for a business, made your business plan - but need money to get it off the ground. If you’re searching for funding for your business, social enterprise, or charity, GRANTfinder is the perfect tool to get started. Join this webinar with the BIPC team to learn how to use this database to search for funding.
The 8 Steps to a Successful Social Media Strategy
Thursday 26 January 2023, 10am – 11am / Online
Are you unsure how to start using social media for your business? There are 8 essential elements to a social media strategy and in this online session, Kerry Watkins, founder of Social For Good, will talk you through these steps with examples and practical exercises so you can start working on your own strategy for your business.
Visit the BIPC Eventbrite page for full details of the events and to register your place. You can also book 121 Information Clinics and Intellectual Property Clinics, or 121 sessions with our Experts in Residence on our Eventbrite page.
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