As a response to the current economic climate Belfast City Council has organised a series of practical workshops aimed at tackling the most prevalent issues and facing businesses. These events are free and are open to businesses based in the Belfast City Council area. Participants attending the workshops can also avail of up to two days of one-to-one mentoring with a relevant expert to review the current situation and implement strategies for survival and growth.
Wednesday 27th May 2009, 9.30am-1.00pm – Venue: Argyle Business Centre
Design a sales and marketing strategy for your business – The recession has had dramatic implications on small business proving a need to review and implement new methods of reaching your customers. This workshop will allow you to analyse your current sales and marketing strategies and develop a plan to take your business through this period.
Wednesday 3rd June 2009, 9.30am-1.00pm – Venue: Malone Lodge
Keep your customers! Customer Care Tips and Techniques – Good customer care is essential for the success of any business. Gain practical advice to help implement new customer care techniques to ensure continued development of your business especially at this time of economic uncertainty.
Wednesday 10th June 2009, 9.30am-1.00pm – Venue: City East
Financing your business: financial planning in the recession – This workshop will allow you to analyse your current financial situation, explore funding opportunities and look at practical methods to organise your systems and take control of your cash flow.
Wednesday 17th June 2009, 9.30am-1.00pm – Venue: Ormeau Business Park
Selling online: using the internet to expand and develop your business - This practical workshop provides an introduction to selling on-line and the opportunities for your business in the world wide marketplace.
Tuesday 23rd June 2009, 9.30am-1.00pm – Venue: West Belfast Partnership
An introduction to VAT – Businesses will be able brush develop their knowledge of VAT in this workshop facilitated by HM revenue and Customs.
These workshops are provided free by Belfast City Council and the European Regional Development Fund. However you must register as places are limited.
To register please contact:
Rhonda Lynn (028) 9027 0229/ lynnr@belfastcity.gov.uk
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