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SUMMARY:Access to Finance  - Dorset Growth Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dorset Growth Hub and Expert Geoff Cooney for an online workshop focused on building your business funding strategy.\n\n\nMaking exciting plans for your business in 2025? Are you planning to start the new year with a BANG by formulating a strategy for business growth? \nPlanning starts with some fundamental questions about finance\, such as “Can I afford it? Where can I access funding? What type of funding could I use?” \nSo\, join us on this online workshop with our expert business consultants who will guide you on building a clear picture of how to drive your business forward using the funding options available to you. \n \nDuring this workshop\, we will answer… \n\nWhat financial products and providers are available?\nWhat type of finance is most suitable?\nWhat is a funder looking for and how can I give myself the best chance of a funding offer?\nWhat grants are available and am I eligible?\n\nThis event is aimed at business owners seeking to understand the options available to them in funding their businesses in 2025. \nWe encourage Q&A engagement\, but there is also the opportunity to meet the team\, who can follow up with more personalised support on a 1-2-1 basis. \nAbout the speakers: \nWith four decades in commercial finance behind him\, Geoff Cooney from Tor Business Finance brings insight into the SME fund raising process from all angles having been a lender\, a borrower and\, for the last twenty years or more\, a commercial finance broker. Geoff now owns and runs Tor Business Finance\, aiming to simplify access to debt funding for owner managers of SMEs of all shapes and sizes. \n \n \nHow to Access this Webinar:\nYou will receive the joining instructions via e-mail\, 24 hours\, and 30 minutes before the webinar. This will be in the form of a MS Teams link. \nFor any further information or special requirements for course attendance\, please contact us by e-mail info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk. \n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Dorset Growth Hub and WSX Enterprise. \nIf you require more information or have any questions\, please contact info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk \nTHE WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED AND MAY BE USED FOR MARKETING PURPOSES IN THE FUTURE. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE RECORDED\, WE SUGGEST KEEPING YOUR CAMERA OFF.
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/access-to-finance-dorset-growth-hub/
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SUMMARY:Business Start-up Workshop - Dorset Growth Hub
DESCRIPTION:Thought about starting your own business?\nFind out all you need to know from our expert Nick Gregory.\n\n\n \nWho should attend?\nWhen you’re starting in business it’s important that you get the basics right. This workshop will provide a good overview of the key issues that are going to be fundamental to setting up and succeeding in business. It is delivered by experienced Start-Up Business Growth Consultants – real business people who will give you the opportunity to ask questions and invite discussion. The workshop is provided for people planning on starting a business and those who have no previous experience of running a business. \nIs starting a business right for me? \n\nWhat skills do I need?\nWhat time and commitment will it require?\nWhat research will I need to do?\nCan the idea generate an income?\n\nWhat research will I need to do? \n\nEstablishing that your business opportunity really exists.\nUnderstanding who my customers will be.\nUnderstanding who my competitors are.\nBeing aware of opportunities and threats.\n\nWhat should my business plan look like? \n\nEssential details to include into your business plan.\nCreating a business plan for success.\nUsing a business plan to help raise capital.\nKeeping your business plan fresh.\n\nWhat the best legal status for my business be? Understand the differences between \n\nSole-Trader\nPartnership (unlimited)\nLimited Company\n\nHow can I make potential customers aware of my business? \n\nThe importance of building a brand.\nEstablishing an online presence.\nUnderstanding key marketing channels\n\nHow much will I need to start my business? \n\nUnderstand how much start up costs I will need\nUnderstand how much my business will cost to run\nUnderstand how much you will need to take from the business.\nBeing aware of Tax\, National Insurance and Corporation Tax\n\n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Dorset Growth Hub and WSX Enterprise. \nIf you require more information or have any questions\, please contact info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/business-start-up-workshop-dorset-growth-hub-7/
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SUMMARY:Essential Tips for a Successful Grant Application  - Dorset Growth Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dorset Growth Hub’s Nick Gregory\, for an online workshop giving you the best chance for a successful grant application.\n\n\nWith the current business situation it is important to get access to grants wherever possible. \nAssuming that you fulfil the eligibility criteria for grant programme you are applying for\, your success will often depend on the quality of your application . \nMaximise Your Chances of Securing a Grant \nJoin this workshop to discover practical hints and tips that will help you craft a strong\, compelling grant application—giving your business the best possible chance of success. \nWe encourage Q&A engagement\, but there is also the opportunity to meet the team\, who can follow up with more personalised support on a 1-2-1 basis. \n \nHow to Access this Webinar:\nYou will receive the joining instructions via e-mail\, 24 hours and again 1hr before the webinar. This will be in the form of a MS Teams link. \nFor any further information or special requirements for course attendance\, please contact us by e-mail info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk. \n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Dorset Growth Hub and WSX Enterprise. \nIf you require more information or have any questions\, please contact info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk \nTHE WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED AND MAY BE USED FOR MARKETING PURPOSES IN THE FUTURE. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE RECORDED\, WE SUGGEST KEEPING YOUR CAMERA OFF.
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/essential-tips-for-a-successful-grant-application-dorset-growth-hub/
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SUMMARY:Starting a Business Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thought about starting your own business? Get started with the first of a four-part series of workshops\, led by our expert Nick Gregory.\n\n\nWhen you’re starting in business\, it’s important that you get the basics right. \nThis two-hour workshop will provide a good overview of the key issues that are going to be fundamental to setting up and succeeding in business. It is delivered by experienced Business Growth Consultant\, Nick Gregory\, who will give you the opportunity to ask questions and invite discussion. \nThe workshop is provided for people planning on starting a business and those who have no previous experience of running a business. \nIs starting a business right for me? \n\nWhat skills do I need?\nWhat time and commitment will it require?\nWhat research will I need to do?\nCan the idea generate an income?\n\nWhat research will I need to do? \n\nEstablishing that your business opportunity really exists.\nUnderstanding who my customers will be.\nUnderstanding who my competitors are.\nBeing aware of opportunities and threats.\n\nWhat should my business plan look like? \n\nEssential details to include in your business plan.\nCreating a business plan for success.\nUsing a business plan to help raise capital.\nKeeping your business plan fresh.\n\nWhat is the best legal status for my business? Understand the differences between \n\nSole-Trader\nPartnership (unlimited)\nLimited Company\n\nThis is the first of a 4-part series of workshops. Part 2 will be Marketing\, Part 3 Finances and Part 4\, a chance to pitch your ideas in a friendly environment.
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/starting-a-business-workshop/
LOCATION:Aldershot Enterprise Centre\, 14-40 Victoria Rd\, Aldershot\, Hampshire\, GU11 1TQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Grant Funding & Other Options - Dorset Growth Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dorset Growth Hub and Expert Geoff Cooney for an online workshop focused on building your business funding strategy.\n\n\nBack due to popular demand. \nMaking exciting plans to grow your business in 2025? \nPlanning starts with some fundamental questions about finance such as – Can I afford it? Where can I access funding? What type of funding could I use? So join us in this online workshop with our expert business consultants who will guide you on building a clear picture of how to drive your business forward using the funding options available to you. \nDuring this workshop\, we will answer… \n\nWhat financial products and providers are available?\nWhat type of finance is most suitable?\nWhat is a funder looking for and how can I give myself the best chance of a funding offer?\nWhat grants are available and am I eligible?\n\nThis event is aimed at business owners seeking to understand the options available to them in funding their businesses in 2025/2026. \nWe encourage Q&A engagement\, but there is also the opportunity to meet the team\, who can follow up with more personalised support on a 1-2-1 basis. \nAbout the speakers: \nWith four decades in commercial finance behind him\, Geoff Cooney from Albratross Lending brings insight into the SME fund raising process from all angles having been a lender\, a borrower and\, for the last twenty years or more\, a commercial finance broker.  \n \nHow to Access this Webinar:\nYou will receive the joining instructions via e-mail\, 24 hours\, and 30 minutes before the webinar. This will be in the form of a MS Teams link. \nFor any further information or special requirements for course attendance\, please contact us by e-mail info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk. \n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Dorset Growth Hub and WSX Enterprise. \nIf you require more information or have any questions\, please contact info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk \nTHE WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED AND MAY BE USED FOR MARKETING PURPOSES IN THE FUTURE. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE RECORDED\, WE SUGGEST KEEPING YOUR CAMERA OFF.
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/grant-funding-other-options-dorset-growth-hub/
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SUMMARY:Starting Out in Business:  Know Your Figures
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s guide to the figures when looking to start a business and unsure financially if you can afford to start\n\n\nA beginner’s guide to the figures when looking to start a business and unsure financially if you can afford to start.  \nUnsure of what the costs implications are? If you have just started and want to have a better grip on the figures\, this workshop may also be of benefit. \nWe will be looking at the basic figures around budgeting\, forecasting\, break even\, turnover vs. profit and goals. With a little on bridging gaps in finances in the early stages. \nA cash flow template will be provided before the workshop to allow you to start complete before the workshop to get the maximum benefit\, please look out for this email. \n \nHow to Access this Webinar:\nYou will receive the joining instructions via e-mail\, 24 hours\, and 30 minutes before the webinar. This will be in the form of a MS Teams link. \nFor any further information or special requirements for course attendance\, please contact us by e-mail info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk. \n\n\nThis workshop is delivered by Dorset Growth Hub and WSX Enterprise. \nIf you require more information or have any questions\, please contact info@dorsetgrowthhub.co.uk \nTHE WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED AND MAY BE USED FOR MARKETING PURPOSES IN THE FUTURE. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE RECORDED\, WE SUGGEST KEEPING YOUR CAMERA OFF.
URL:https://www.wsxenterprise.co.uk/event/starting-out-in-business-know-your-figures/
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