Busy month of CUE workshops ahead...
A range of workshops and masterclasses will be delivered by Coventry University Enterprises in February.
Businesses with an eye on growth are encouraged to sign up to the following:
Google Business profile optimisation and management
February 28th, 9.30am
Google Business Profile (or Google My Business as it was known) can have a great impact on a business’ SEO local search values. We’ll help you to build a profile, optimise it and then use it like a social media platform to help support your SEO on the internet. It's socially valuable for gaining reviews and showcasing a physical business location. A must if you're targeting a local customer base.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/411241362987
Lean Model Canvas
March 2nd, 11am.
Here is expert help with trying to write a business plan. The best way to understand your business is to learn how to use a Lean Model Canvas. In just one page you will put together everything you need to know about your future business. And if there is something you do not like or is about to change, that can easily be amended!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lean-model-canvas-tickets-517786432157
Develop a content marketing strategy that converts - on a limited budget
March 3rd, 10am
Creating a well-oiled digital marketing strategy can take a lot of time and money, but, there are ways to make an impact with the limited time you have available.
In this webinar, Anna Morrish, Founder & MD of Quibble, a full-service digital marketing agency will explain how you can create an effective content marketing plan in minimal time that will still have an impact on your bottom line - no matter the size of your business or resources at your disposal.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/develop-a-content-marketing-strategy-that-converts-on-a-limited-budget-tickets-530593779277
Entrepreneurial Mindset
March 9th, 11am
Are entrepreneurs born or made? We are convinced that they are made and that we can teach you how to be one. Join us in this two-hour workshop and find out what type of skills or knowledge you should develop to become an entrepreneur. Alternatively, explore the skills you already have, in case you are a hidden talent! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/entrepreneurial-mindset-tickets-517803382857
Minimum Viable Product
March 16th, 11am
Did you know that the most successful entrepreneurs never launch the perfect product in the market? Instead, they present the world with what we call a Minimum Viable Product. Find out what this is and how you can create one with the minimum of resources and effort. It is a great opportunity to discover how to become an entrepreneur and create your own business without breaking the bank!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/minimum-viable-product-tickets-517817133987¶
Help to Grow: Management course
March 16th, 1pm-3pm…sessions run for 12 weeks
In Person/Online - Hybrid
Coventry University are able to provide fully-funded places on the Help to Grow: Management course. The course involves 12 sessions as well as dedicated Peer to Peer sessions to network with businesses alongside 10 hours of 1-2-1 mentoring. Please follow the link below to find out more and register
Link https://smallbusinesscharter.org/h2gmcourse/coventry-wm-cohort-24/?_ga=2.80578452.2042761473.1673521270-538290910.1623661483
Social Media Strategy and time saving tips for Startups
March 17th, 9.30am
Creating social media strategies can help to save lots of time in your day - if your business is aware of the social media plan you're working to. We cover how to build a strategy, how to complete audience personas, competitor analysis, and working towards content pillars that make content development and management for your social media platforms more effective. We'll also work through some of the tools you can use to make this process much quicker when developing new content or curating the internet for content you can share and repurpose.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-media-strategy-time-saving-tips-for-startups-tickets-411250219477
Funding for Tech Startups
March 23rd, 11am
If you are in the early stages of setting up your own website or app contact us and we will guide you in terms of funding. We’ll give you information about loans, grants, investment and other hidden funding sources that you can tap into. This two-hour workshop can be very revealing.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/519627057517
Customer Development
March 30th, 11am.
How do you know that there are customers out there who want to buy your product or services? There are ways to find out before you even launch! In this workshop, you will get the basic skills you need to conduct the necessary market research for your future business. No more uncertainty. Use facts to find out, if your product will be a success or failure!. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/customer-development-tickets-519636726437