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SUMMARY:How the Countryside Stewardship Scheme can help your farm business
DESCRIPTION:Countryside Stewardship pays farmers for the environmental work they do alongside food production\, with options that include restoring wildlife habitats\, creating or managing woodlands\, and mitigating flood risks. With updated payments rates\, an expanded offer of options\, and a simplified annual declaration of compliance\, CS should be considered by all farmers looking to build a profitable farm business. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nGeneral Scheme requirements and key dates\nManagement options available and how they can provide an annual revenue\nCapital grants available\nHow to get Catchment Sensitive Farming approval for farmyard capital grants\nHow Countryside Stewardship interacts with the Sustainable Farming Incentive\nWhich options would work for your farm.\nQuestions and Answers\n\n  \n\n\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-the-countryside-stewardship-scheme-can-help-your-farm-business/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Farm diversification: How to Set Up a Successful Farm Shop
DESCRIPTION:Farm shops represent one of the most obvious choices when it comes diversifying your farm business to secure profitability and resilience.\n\n\nEdward Berry is a consultant with the Flying Fork: he delivers advice to farm shop owners and managers\, from early project consideration to ongoing advice\, trouble-shooting and further development such as food service. \nIn this workshop Edward offers an introduction to farm shops and will cover \n\nDefining farm shops and their key features\nReasons to consider diversifying into the farm shop sector\nProcesses ahead of opening\nResponsibilities\nChallenges and risks\nRewards\nBusiness measures and modelling\nFurther diversification.\n\nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-diversification-how-to-set-up-a-successful-farm-shop/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230330T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230330T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230222T151214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T093458Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Essentials: Technology Support for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this information workshop to find out about the essential support available to help your farm do more with technology\n\n\nRun by Cosmic\, leading digital specialists in the South West\, this workshop has been designed to give you an overview of farm technology in a jargon-free way\, whatever your skill level. Whether you’re looking to develop your digital skills\, want to improve your broadband connectivity\, or are exploring the latest farm management software\, then we can help. In this workshop we will cover: \n\nGuidance on broadband providers\, network issues and funding options\nAdvice on IT\, including what devices and software you need to run your farm efficiently\nHow to improve the physical and cyber security of your farm\nOnline accounting software options and how to use them\nWebsite development\, setting up social media accounts for business and developing a digital marketing strategy.\n\nAfter attending this workshop\, you should have a clearer idea of how technology can help improve the day-to-day management of your farm\, saving you time and money\, and a better understanding of what options are available. \nIn addition\, Cosmic can offer further\, free workshop sessions and one-to-one support\, exploring each of these areas in much more detail\, depending on your individual needs. \nSo book your free space today to start your digital journey with us. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-essentials-technology-support-for-your-farm-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230214T100656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T142201Z
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SUMMARY:Canva Pro: Next Level Tips for Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Want to create engaging visual content for your social media feeds? This free workshop on Canva Pro is for you!\n\n\nDuring this interactive workshop\, we’ll show you how to use Canva Pro – the paid version of the popular graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics and videos easy with Premium features. \nYou can use Canva to improve your social media content\, including both graphic design posts as well as videos\, and we’ll look at more advanced ways to create posts and videos for social media to help promote your business\, and get more engagement from your audience. \nBring your ideas to the workshop\, and Adela will help you create your own posts for social media. We’ll be working with Canva Pro and Premium features in this workshop and will assume you have a good basic understanding of using Canva already. \nTo get the most out of the session please attend using a laptop or desktop. \nThis is a relaxed\, interactive session so please feel free to ask any questions during the workshop and by the end you’ll be well on your way to creating awesome graphics and videos for your business using Canva Pro. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/canva-pro-next-level-tips-for-social-media-marketing/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230323T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
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SUMMARY:Microsoft 365: Exploring Office Apps for Farm Admin
DESCRIPTION:Run by Cosmic\, leading digital specialists in the South West\, this free workshop will go beyond Word and Excel\, and explore the other tools available within Microsoft 365 and how you can use them to efficiently manage your farm admin\, communication and processes.\n\n\nMicrosoft 365: Exploring Office Apps for Farm Admin \nThere are various apps and tools available within Microsoft 365\, each one designed to make managing your farm easier and more productive. \nWith the support of one of our skilled trainers\, you will discover: \n\nSharePoint and OneDrive for effective cloud storage and real-time collaboration\nLists\, To Do and Planner for successful project and task management\nTeams for integrating people\, content and communications\nOneNote and Lens for capturing and collating information and notes\nPower Apps\, Power Automate and Power BI to build powerful data-driven connections\, processes and reports\n\nThis workshop is suitable for participants with a basic understanding of Microsoft 365\, who want to use it more productively to support their agricultural business. Please see our other workshops for sessions on using Microsoft Word and Excel. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-admin-essentials-microsoft-365-tools-to-improve-admin-processes-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230322T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230222T151157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T093450Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Essentials: Technology Support for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this free\, digital information workshop to find out how technology can help your farm business grow and thrive.\n\n\nRun by Cosmic\, leading digital specialists in the South West\, this workshop has been designed to give you an overview of farm technology in a jargon-free way\, whatever your skill level. Whether you’re looking to develop your digital skills\, want to improve your broadband connectivity\, or are exploring the latest farm management software\, then we can help. In this workshop we will cover: \n\nGuidance on broadband providers\, network issues and funding options\nAdvice on IT\, including what devices and software you need to run your farm efficiently\nHow to improve the physical and cyber security of your farm\nOnline accounting software options and how to use them\nWebsite development\, setting up social media accounts for business and developing a digital marketing strategy.\n\nAfter attending this workshop\, you should have a clearer idea of how technology can help improve the day-to-day management of your farm\, saving you time and money\, and a better understanding of what options are available. \nIn addition\, Cosmic can offer further\, free workshop sessions and one-to-one support\, exploring each of these areas in much more detail\, depending on your individual needs. \nSo book your free space today to start your digital journey with us. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-essentials-technology-support-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142223Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing and Positioning Your Products and Services
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes\n\n\nDo you struggle with setting your prices? \nSetting the right price for a new product or service can be one of the biggest problems faced by small business owners. Costing your product or service can be relatively straightforward\, but pricing must take account of what competitors are charging and what customers will be prepared to pay\, but clearly the price needs to cover all the costs and allow for a profit. \nKnowing how to determine the right price for your product or service is critical. There are many factors to consider such as direct costs\, indirect costs\, your customers and your competitors. The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes – so that you are working towards achieving your business objectives. \nWe will cover: \n\nDirect & Indirect costs and their calculation\nConsider costs for service-based business\nConsider costs for a production-based business\nHow much to charge?\nHow do price and sales volumes interact?\nDifferent pricing strategies\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/pricing-and-positioning-your-products-and-services-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Pricing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221220T132952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142215Z
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SUMMARY:Family Business Succession in Farming
DESCRIPTION:During this workshop we will help start you on the process to help you develop a transition plan from one generation to the next.\n\n\nSuccession planning as a farmer can be challenging for all involved in the family business. Only 13% of family run businesses have a succession plan in place and that is reflected in the statistics\, with only 30% of family run businesses surviving into the second generation. \nHaving an effective succession plan is vital and it should be an intrinsic part of the overall planning for the long-term future of the business and not treated as a separate issue\, as it is a process and not an event. \nAlthough there is no one-size-fits all solution\, during this workshop we will help start you on this process to help you develop a transition plan from one generation to the next. \nIn this FREE session we will focus on two key areas: \n\nUnderstanding the dynamics of a family business\nPlanning for a generational change in a farming business\n\nMuch of the information we will cover is relevant for any family planning how they approach moving assets from one generation to the next and is a good starting point for discussions and planning. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/family-business-succession-in-farming/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230222T151205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T160444Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Essentials: Technology Support for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this information workshop to find out about the essential support available to help your farm do more with technology\n\n\nRun by Cosmic\, leading digital specialists in the South West\, this workshop has been designed to give you an overview of farm technology in a jargon-free way\, whatever your skill level. Whether you’re looking to develop your digital skills\, want to improve your broadband connectivity\, or are exploring the latest farm management software\, then we can help. In this workshop we will cover: \n\nGuidance on broadband providers\, network issues and funding options\nAdvice on IT\, including what devices and software you need to run your farm efficiently\nHow to improve the physical and cyber security of your farm\nOnline accounting software options and how to use them\nWebsite development\, setting up social media accounts for business and developing a digital marketing strategy.\n\nAfter attending this workshop\, you should have a clearer idea of how technology can help improve the day-to-day management of your farm\, saving you time and money\, and a better understanding of what options are available. \nIn addition\, Cosmic can offer further\, free workshop sessions and one-to-one support\, exploring each of these areas in much more detail\, depending on your individual needs. \nSo book your free space today to start your digital journey with us. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-essentials-technology-support-for-your-farm-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142208Z
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SUMMARY:How to use Authentic Networking to Grow your Business
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your bus\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your business network. \nThe workshop provides strategies to use when engaging on networking and social media platforms\, such as LinkedIn and Instagram\, as well as in forums and private groups\, and allows plenty of time to answer questions. The workshop also covers strategies to connect more authentically in person\, and build valuable partnerships. \n\nNo more cringeworthy pitches.\nNo more uncomfortable icebreakers.\nNo more mass marketing.\n\nBring your networking challenge to the workshop\, and Adela will do her best to provide actionable steps for you. She will take questions live from workshop participants so come prepared if you have a networking challenge you would like clarity on. \nThe workshop is for small business owners\, who would like to improve their networking skills\, and be more authentic\, by understanding the difference between modern marketing\, focused on building relationships\, and traditional marketing\, focused on traffic and driving sales. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-use-authentic-networking-to-grow-your-business-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230120T105812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T105812Z
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SUMMARY:Woodland Creation Grants and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Understand the benefits and application processes when considering the English Woodland Creation Offer to plant trees on your farm.\n\n\nThis workshop takes you through a step by step guide to help you to understand the advantages and application processes when considering planting trees on your farm as part of a diversification plan. \nThe many holistic environmental benefits of woodland creation will be highlighted such as increased biodiversity\, flood alleviation\, soil stabilisation enhanced water quality and carbon capture as well as mitigating pollution and improving air quality. \nInformation to online calculators will be shared to help you to measure the positive environmental impacts of tree planting schemes. \nThe workshop will be broken down into three sections: \n\nSection One of the workshop will look at an overview of the financial incentives.\nSection Two will look at revenue opportunities and feature a case study to demonstrate in practical terms the opportunities.\nSection Three then takes you through the practical steps of the grant process itself\, followed by a Q&A session.\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/woodland-creation-grants-and-incentives-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230110T101752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142158Z
UID:10000065-1678269600-1678280400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to Create a Successful Funding Application
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will take you step-by-step how and where to apply for finance in order to raise your chances of a successful application.\n\n\nAffordable funding is vital for small businesses but many who apply for the first time can find it difficult to know what is required to get the best chance of securing finance. \nIn 2020\, the Department for Business\, Innovation and Skills found that half of first-time borrowers were rejected for finance\, resulting in 37% giving up and cancelling their spending plans. By the end of this workshop\, you should have the information to avoid becoming one of those rejections. \nThis workshop will take you step-by-step how and where to apply for finance in order to raise your chances of a successful application. \nWe will cover: \n\nThe various loan and grant funding options that you can access\nWhat information lenders will require from you\nWhat your bank manager (or other investor) will want to see\nHow you should present that information in order to obtain the loan / grant and the best terms available\nWe shall also discuss current grant funding opportunities (mostly outside of Exeter) – i.e. funds that do not have to be repaid.\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-create-a-successful-funding-application-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142148Z
UID:10000049-1677751200-1677762000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business Health Check
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes.\n\n\nThis workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes\, it will work equally well whether your business sells products or services. \n\nWe will revisit\, or perhaps visit for the first time business planning.\nConsider the market place and whether it has now changed post Covid along with your position in it.\nInvestigate your pricing policy\, consider if this needs to be re-set due to changes in the market or due to your increased costs.\nLook at your marketing options to consider if these need to be changed.\n\nAddition to this we will also have a general discussion on the state of the market at present. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/business-health-check-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230302T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221215T152425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T145438Z
UID:10000025-1677751200-1677760200@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Using Xero for Your Online Farm Accounting
DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step guide to managing your farm accounts using online accounting software\, Xero. With Xero\, you can automate everyday financial tasks and easily track and pay bills. More farm work\, less paperwork.\n\n\nXero for your farm business \nThis workshop will help you to navigate Xero and improve your confidence ahead of tax going digital. \nDuring this workshop\, our trainer will guide you through: \n\nThe Xero dashboard and how to navigate it\nChart of accounts\nBank Reconciliation\nPurchase & Sales invoices\nXero Projects\nXero Timesheets\n\nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/xero-for-agricultural-businesses-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230301T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230301T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230120T114511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T114511Z
UID:10000086-1677695400-1677702600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Woodland Creation Grants and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Understand the benefits and application processes when considering the English Woodland Creation Offer to plant trees on your farm.\n\n\nThis workshop takes you through a step by step guide to help you to understand the advantages and application processes when considering planting trees on your farm as part of a diversification plan. \nThe many holistic environmental benefits of woodland creation will be highlighted such as increased biodiversity\, flood alleviation\, soil stabilisation enhanced water quality and carbon capture as well as mitigating pollution and improving air quality. \nInformation to online calculators will be shared to help you to measure the positive environmental impacts of tree planting schemes. \nThe workshop will be broken down into three sections: \n\nSection One of the workshop will look at an overview of the financial incentives.\nSection Two will look at revenue opportunities and feature a case study to demonstrate in practical terms the opportunities.\nSection Three then takes you through the practical steps of the grant process itself\, followed by a Q&A session.\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/woodland-creation-grants-and-incentives-4/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142141Z
UID:10000048-1677578400-1677589200@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Using Canva for your Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Want to create stunning visual content for your social media feeds and promotional material? This free workshop is for you!\n\n\nDuring is hands-on\, interactive session\, we’ll show you how to use Canva. A user-friendly graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics easy whether using your phone\, desktop\, or laptop. \nNot only can you use it to improve your social media content\, but it’s also great for designing presentations\, invitations\, posters\, brochures\, business cards and all manner of other visual content to promote your business. \nWe will take a practical look at how to create all different types of social media posts and graphics\, for example\, to enhance testimonials\, quotes\, or promotions. \nBring your ideas to the workshop\, and Adela will help you create your own posts for social media. We’ll be looking at both the FREE and PREMIUM Canva accounts so please make sure you have created a free account with Canva before the workshop. \nTo get the most out of the session please attend using a laptop or desktop. If you think you’ll want to use Canva on your mobile\, please have yours to hand and download the app in advance. It’s available on both Android and iPhone. \nThis is a relaxed\, interactive session so please feel free to ask any questions during the workshop and by the end you’ll be well on your way to creating awesome graphics and designs for your business using Canva. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/using-canva-for-your-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230222T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230120T105506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T105506Z
UID:10000082-1677063600-1677070800@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Woodland Creation Grants and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Understand the benefits and application processes when considering the English Woodland Creation Offer to plant trees on your farm.\n\n\nThis workshop takes you through a step by step guide to help you to understand the advantages and application processes when considering planting trees on your farm as part of a diversification plan. \nThe many holistic environmental benefits of woodland creation will be highlighted such as increased biodiversity\, flood alleviation\, soil stabilisation enhanced water quality and carbon capture as well as mitigating pollution and improving air quality. \nInformation to online calculators will be shared to help you to measure the positive environmental impacts of tree planting schemes. \nThe workshop will be broken down into three sections: \n\nSection One of the workshop will look at an overview of the financial incentives.\nSection Two will look at revenue opportunities and feature a case study to demonstrate in practical terms the opportunities.\nSection Three then takes you through the practical steps of the grant process itself\, followed by a Q&A session.\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/woodland-creation-grants-and-incentives/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142052Z
UID:10000047-1676973600-1676984400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pricing and Positioning Your Products and Services
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes\n\n\nDo you struggle with setting your prices? \nSetting the right price for a new product or service can be one of the biggest problems faced by small business owners. Costing your product or service can be relatively straightforward\, but pricing must take account of what competitors are charging and what customers will be prepared to pay\, but clearly the price needs to cover all the costs and allow for a profit. \nKnowing how to determine the right price for your product or service is critical. There are many factors to consider such as direct costs\, indirect costs\, your customers and your competitors. The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes – so that you are working towards achieving your business objectives. \nWe will cover: \n\nDirect & Indirect costs and their calculation\nConsider costs for service-based business\nConsider costs for a production-based business\nHow much to charge?\nHow do price and sales volumes interact?\nDifferent pricing strategies\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/pricing-and-positioning-your-products-and-services-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Pricing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230221T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221215T152422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T145127Z
UID:10000023-1676973600-1676982600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Using Xero for Your Online Farm Accounting
DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step guide to managing your farm accounts using online accounting software\, Xero. With Xero\, you can automate everyday financial tasks and easily track and pay bills. More farm work\, less paperwork.\n\n\nXero for your farm business \nThis workshop will help you to navigate Xero and improve your confidence ahead of tax going digital. \nDuring this workshop\, our trainer will guide you through: \n\nThe Xero dashboard and how to navigate it\nChart of accounts\nBank Reconciliation\nPurchase & Sales invoices\nXero Projects\nXero Timesheets\n\nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/xero-for-agricultural-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221215T152421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T151356Z
UID:10000022-1676541600-1676550600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Tools to Run Your Farm More Efficiently
DESCRIPTION:A look at easy-to-use digital tools to make your farm more profitable\, efficient\, and productive. \n\n\n\nDo you ever feel like you’re not being productive enough? Are you always scribbling on your to-do list but struggling to keep track of your tasks? This workshop will show you all the tips & tricks you need to help you to manage your time and workflow. \nWith tools such as ToDo\, Planner\, OneNote & Forms available in Microsoft 365\, we will show you how to make the most of these apps and improve your productivity. \nIn this session\, you will learn how to: \n– Utilise the Power of To Do and Outlook to track & manage your own action lists \n– Plan & boost productivity for projects with Planner. \n– Type\, draw\, handwrite and dictate notes and content with OneNote \n– Gather and action information effectively with Forms \n  \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-admin-essentials-productivity-tools-to-save-you-time/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230215T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20230120T110242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T110242Z
UID:10000081-1676485800-1676493000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Woodland Creation Grants and Incentives
DESCRIPTION:Understand the benefits and application processes when considering the English Woodland Creation Offer to plant trees on your farm.\n\n\nThis workshop takes you through a step by step guide to help you to understand the advantages and application processes when considering planting trees on your farm as part of a diversification plan. \nThe many holistic environmental benefits of woodland creation will be highlighted such as increased biodiversity\, flood alleviation\, soil stabilisation enhanced water quality and carbon capture as well as mitigating pollution and improving air quality. \nInformation to online calculators will be shared to help you to measure the positive environmental impacts of tree planting schemes. \nThe workshop will be broken down into three sections: \n\nSection One of the workshop will look at an overview of the financial incentives.\nSection Two will look at revenue opportunities and feature a case study to demonstrate in practical terms the opportunities.\nSection Three then takes you through the practical steps of the grant process itself\, followed by a Q&A session.\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/woodland-creation-grants-and-incentives-3/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T143424Z
UID:10000046-1676368800-1676379600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to use Authentic Networking to Grow your Business
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your bus\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your business network. \nThe workshop provides strategies to use when engaging on networking and social media platforms\, such as LinkedIn and Instagram\, as well as in forums and private groups\, and allows plenty of time to answer questions. The workshop also covers strategies to connect more authentically in person\, and build valuable partnerships. \n\nNo more cringeworthy pitches.\nNo more uncomfortable icebreakers.\nNo more mass marketing.\n\nBring your networking challenge to the workshop\, and Adela will do her best to provide actionable steps for you. She will take questions live from workshop participants so come prepared if you have a networking challenge you would like clarity on. \nThe workshop is for small business owners\, who would like to improve their networking skills\, and be more authentic\, by understanding the difference between modern marketing\, focused on building relationships\, and traditional marketing\, focused on traffic and driving sales. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-use-authentic-networking-to-grow-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221215T152416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142415Z
UID:10000018-1675778400-1675787400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Strategies for Diversified Farm Businesses
DESCRIPTION:A workshop for those running a diversified farm\, who want to explore digital marketing strategies to boost their business\n\n\nDigital Marketing Strategies for Diversified Farm Businesses \nThis workshop is for participants who are running a diversified farm business\, whether that is a holiday let\, selling your own products or running a farm shop. In this workshop we will discuss all things digital marketing and strategies that will make your business perform better in the online world. \nWe will explore – \n– Search Engine Optimisation\, Website Design & Navigation tips \n– Online business listings \n– E-commerce best practice \n– Social Media & email marketing strategies \n– Paid campaigns \nThe goal is to boost your rankings\, enhance your visibility\, increase quality traffic to your website and ultimately convert quality leads into paying customers. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-marketing-strategies-for-diversified-farm-businesses/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142308Z
UID:10000044-1675332000-1675342800@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business Health Check
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes.\n\n\nThis workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes\, it will work equally well whether your business sells products or services. \n\nWe will revisit\, or perhaps visit for the first time business planning.\nConsider the market place and whether it has now changed post Covid along with your position in it.\nInvestigate your pricing policy\, consider if this needs to be re-set due to changes in the market or due to your increased costs.\nLook at your marketing options to consider if these need to be changed.\n\nAddition to this we will also have a general discussion on the state of the market at present. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/business-health-check-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business Health
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142259Z
UID:10000043-1675159200-1675170000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Using Canva for your Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Want to create stunning visual content for your social media feeds and promotional material? This free workshop is for you!\n\n\nDuring is hands-on\, interactive session\, we’ll show you how to use Canva. A user-friendly graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics easy whether using your phone\, desktop\, or laptop. \nNot only can you use it to improve your social media content\, but it’s also great for designing presentations\, invitations\, posters\, brochures\, business cards and all manner of other visual content to promote your business. \nWe will take a practical look at how to create all different types of social media posts and graphics\, for example\, to enhance testimonials\, quotes\, or promotions. \nBring your ideas to the workshop\, and Adela will help you create your own posts for social media. We’ll be looking at both the FREE and PREMIUM Canva accounts so please make sure you have created a free account with Canva before the workshop. \nTo get the most out of the session please attend using a laptop or desktop. If you think you’ll want to use Canva on your mobile\, please have yours to hand and download the app in advance. It’s available on both Android and iPhone. \nThis is a relaxed\, interactive session so please feel free to ask any questions during the workshop and by the end you’ll be well on your way to creating awesome graphics and designs for your business using Canva. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/using-canva-for-your-marketing/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221215T152413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142409Z
UID:10000016-1675159200-1675168200@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Farm Admin Essentials: Microsoft 365 tools to improve admin processes
DESCRIPTION:A workshop to explore the tools at your fingertips within Microsoft 365 and how they can improve your processes & productivity\n\n\nFarm Admin Essentials: Microsoft 365 tools to improve admin processes \nThis workshop will explore the wealth of tools at your fingertips with Microsoft 365\, each one designed to make managing your farm easier and more productive. With the support of one of our skilled trainers\, you will discover – \n– SharePoint and OneDrive for effective cloud storage and real-time collaboration \n– Lists\, To Do and Planner for successful project and task management \n– Teams for integrating people\, content and communications \n– OneNote and Lens for capturing and collating information and notes \n– Power Apps\, Power Automate and Power BI to build powerful data driven connections\, processes and reports \nThis workshop is suitable for participants with a basic understanding of M365\, who want to use it more productively to support their agricultural business. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-admin-essentials-microsoft-365-tools-to-improve-admin-processes/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200433
CREATED:20221216T153012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142251Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing and Positioning Your Products and Services
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes\n\n\nDo you struggle with setting your prices? \nSetting the right price for a new product or service can be one of the biggest problems faced by small business owners. Costing your product or service can be relatively straightforward\, but pricing must take account of what competitors are charging and what customers will be prepared to pay\, but clearly the price needs to cover all the costs and allow for a profit. \nKnowing how to determine the right price for your product or service is critical. There are many factors to consider such as direct costs\, indirect costs\, your customers and your competitors. The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes – so that you are working towards achieving your business objectives. \nWe will cover: \n\nDirect & Indirect costs and their calculation\nConsider costs for service-based business\nConsider costs for a production-based business\nHow much to charge?\nHow do price and sales volumes interact?\nDifferent pricing strategies\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/pricing-and-positioning-your-products-and-services/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Pricing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200434
CREATED:20221215T152405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142404Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Technologies to support farm diversification
DESCRIPTION:A workshop exploring the factors to consider when diversifying your farm business\n\n\nDigital Technologies to support farm diversification \nThis workshop is for participants who are contemplating diversifying their farm\, exploring the factors you need to consider\, and the part digital will play in ensuring it’s success. \nIn this session\, we will offer advice on – \n– Considerations when setting up a website \n– How to develop a presence on social media \n– The importance of GDPR \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-technologies-to-support-farm-diversification/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200434
CREATED:20221216T153010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142245Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening the health and vitality of your business
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop we will share knowledge and experiences\, discover ways to run your business with the current challenges.\n\n\nWell-being workshop: Developing feedback loops.In the present climate of change and challenge\, organisations need to be able to adapt and innovate to continue to be competitive\, prosper and thrive. \nThe health and well-being of your business relies upon your own health and well-being. \nPerhaps you ask your clients for feedback on the quality of the product or service you provide. How often do you listen to the feedback from your body to check in on your own state of health and happiness? Do you sometimes override such feedback to achieve important work-based goals? What might the long-term costs be for you and your business if you override your body feedback?Positive Psychology supports people to build on what works to generate a good life. This workshop will be interactive. I am going to be asking you for feedback about what works for you\, what supports your well-being. \nDuring this session we will explore: \n\nPositive Emotions and how to cultivate them\nYour Strengths and how you use them for others and with others\nThe value of Relationship\nMeaning\, what matters most to you\nYour Goals for your best way forward\n\nThis is an opportunity to share knowledge and experiences\, discover ways in which you can continue to run with the challenges and accomplishments of managing your business without damaging your health. You will see that by making small adjustments within your professional life you will improve your well-being and strengthen the health and vitality of your business. \nThis workshop is kindly being presented by Ruth Sheard MAPPCP a Positive Psychology Coach supporting adults in their professional lives.  \nPositive Psychology Coaching provides an opportunity to celebrate and build on your strengths whilst being curious about what holds you back from finding your way to enjoying your life to the full.Ruth works with individuals online\, or face to face in Exeter and Totnes and provides bespoke workshops to champion ‘wellbeing at work’ and ‘working together’ for teams within organisations.  \nMore information can be found on: www.justruthcoaching.com \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/strengthening-the-health-and-vitality-of-your-business/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T200434
CREATED:20230120T105323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T105323Z
UID:10000080-1674500400-1674507600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Slurry Infrastructure Grant: Info & Advice
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide more information about the grant and talk through the application process.\n\n\nThe Slurry Infrastructure Grant from DEFRA is available to help replace\, build or expand existing slurry stores to provide 6 months’ storage. \nYou can use this grant for slurry stores including tanks\, lagoons and concrete stores fitted with impermeable covers and large permanent bags. The grant will also fund items necessary for the basic functioning of new or expanded slurry stores\, such as reception pits\, slurry pumps and agitators. \nThe grant helps farmers invest in future-proofed slurry infrastructure. This will help to: \n\nmake better use of organic nutrients\nimprove water quality\nimprove air quality\nreduce greenhouse gases\n\nWe will provide more information about the grant\, talk through the application process\, and explain why you should apply even if your farm is not in a priority area. Grant applications are welcome only until 31st Jan 2023\, so take advantage of this opportunity now. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/slurry-infrastructure-grant-info-advice-2/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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