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Thinking of Starting a Business and Marketing Workshops

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Thinking of Starting a Business? - Workshop – Wednesday 6 September 2023 at the Swadlincote Innovation Centre, Bob Wheeler House, George Holmes Business Park, Swadlincote.

Would-be entrepreneurs in South Derbyshire are being encouraged to embark on their business journey with a free event.

The ‘Thinking of Starting a Business’ event is aimed at people who are contemplating running their own business or have recently become self-employed.

South Derbyshire Business Advice Service will focus on the essentials required to be business-ready. Attendees can expect to get a better understanding of topics such as legal structures, tax, insurance, finding premises, marketing, skills to support a new venture and finance, including grants and loans to get started.

David Richards, Business Adviser at the South Derbyshire Business Advice Service, said: “This is a great opportunity for individuals and new businesses to delve into the wealth of skills, expert advice and guidance that’s on offer.

“These events have helped hundreds of new businesses get off on the right foot, from car valeting to manufacturing. We hope that someone attending this latest course will provide us with the next success story.”

Budding entrepreneurs looking to make the right moves are invited to the Swadlincote Innovation Centre, Bob Wheeler House, George Holmes Business Park, George Holmes Way, off Hearthcote Road, Swadlincote, DE11 9DF from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm on Wednesday 6 September 2023.

Although the event is free, places are limited so those interested in attending are being urged to book early to secure their place.

To reserve a place or for more information email business@southderbyshire.gov.uk or call 01283 595791.

!!! Marketing Workshop - FULLY BOOKED !!!

Marketing Workshop – An introduction to Marketing for new and recently established businesses – Tuesday 12 September 2023 at the Swadlincote Innovation Centre, Bob Wheeler House, George Holmes Business Park, Swadlincote, DE11 9DF from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.

Session Overview:

•             Defining your marketing goals

•             Identifying your target audience

•             Choosing a social media platform

•             Best practices for online business growth

•             Creating a manageable content marketing strategy

•             Networking

•             Blogging for business

•             Useful resources

To book a FREE place email business@southderbyshire.gov.uk or call 01283 595791.

Places can also be reserved by completing our form by clicking on the green button below.

The South Derbyshire Business Advice Service is funded by South Derbyshire District Council.

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The South Derbyshire Business Advice Service is funded by South Derbyshire District Council.

2 August 2023

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