Free business Webinars & Workshops this July from the BIPC
Writing a Great 60 Second Pitch & Mindset
Tues 4 July 2023, 1 – 2pm / In-Person at Hastings Library
If you haven’t got a clear 60-second pitch, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business every day. We'll also explore mindset, to come away with a deeper understanding of your own, where it may be holding you back, and the tools and techniques you need to take the next uncomfortable step. Join Ameesha Bhugwandeen, NatWest Local Enterprise Manager for Sussex, for this two-part workshop.
How to keep yourself well at work - self-employed
Tues 4 July, 1.30 – 2.15pm / In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton, Brighton
Now is important more than ever to look at our wellbeing, reflecting on the impact the pandemic has had on our work life and personal health. Poor health can be one of the main causes of stress when you’re self-employed. Join Laura Wood, Health Improvement Specialist, for this workshop on the importance of supporting our wellbeing even when self-employed and preventing burnout.
Market Research made easy with EMIS
Mon 10 July 2023, 10am – 11am / Online 2023, 10am – 11am / Online
Are you using market research to help propel your new business in the right direction? Research is imperative when setting up your own start-up, where understanding of your industry and external factors (COVID, cost of living) is crucial to a business’s success. In this webinar, we will be focusing around one of the libraries resources EMIS and how you can use their market data to make informed decisions about the industry your business is or will be operating in.
The 8 Steps to a Successful Social Media Strategy
Thurs 13 July 2023, 9 - 10am / Online10am / Online
In this online session, Kerry Watkins, founder of Social For Good, will talk you through the process to building an agile social media strategy for your business. There are 8 essential elements to a strategy and Kerry will guide you through these with examples and practical exercises to start working on your own strategy.
Writing a Great 60 Second Pitch & Understanding your Customer
Thurs 13 July 2023, 10.30am – 11.30am / In-person at Eastbourne Library Library
If you haven’t got a clear 60-second pitch, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business every day. You never know when the opportunity to support others may arise, so it is important to be able to explain your business quickly and simply. Understanding who your customer is vital to ensuring your business operates as efficiently and profitably as possible. Join Ameesha Bhugwandeen, NatWest Local Enterprise Manager for Sussex, for this two-part workshop.
Database Workshop: Market Research for Start-Ups
Mon 17 July, 10:30am – 12pm / In-Person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
If you're a start-up, carrying out effective market research will enable you to make informed decisions and reduce the risk of starting a new venture. Join the BIPC team at this group workshop to learn how to use our market research databases.
Business Model Canvas: Who said Business Planning had to be hard?
Thurs 20 July 2023, 10:30am – 12:00pm / In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
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. Foregoing the traditional method of business plan writing, in this practical workshop at the BIPC, you will learn to divide and address each section of the business plan and how each works together to build your business.
Introduction to Grant Fundraising
Tues 25 July 2023, 2 – 4pm / In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Join us for a fundraising introduction with Yemisi Mokuolu, CEO of Hatch Ideas Worldwide Ltd. Whether you're looking for grants to support or start a business, or have experience but need insight, this session on how funding works, tips on applying and where to find grants is for you.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
Wed 26 July 2023, 2 – 3pm / In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Whether it's an invention, design, brand name, literary work or a song - this session with the BIPC team will give you the knowledge to identify the Intellectual Property (IP) assets contained within your business and how best to protect them.
NETWORKING EVENTS
If you're looking for help with your start-up or small business, or for ways to connect with other business people, freelancers and those thinking of starting up in Sussex, this is the place! The BIPC Coffee Mornings and Afternoon Teas are relaxed in-person networking & information sessions for finding out about our free business support as well as informal conversation, meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections.
Coffee Morning – BIPC Local, Crawley Library
Tues 4 July 2023, 10am – 12pm / In-person
Coffee Morning – BIPC Local, Crawley Library
Wed 19 July 2023, 10am – 12pm / In-person
Coffee Morning – BIPC Jubilee Library, Brighton
Mon 24 July 2023, 10am – 12pm / In-person
Visit our 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.