Bushfires, drought, storms, covid-19 - 2020 saw it all. These natural events have up-routed many of us, and with the on-going changes to our lives resulting from the pandemic, created stresses, personal challenges and an environment where people are on edge and can become difficult to work with. This session will give you ways to…

It's no secret that Amazon is one of the world's most innovative companies. Starting out as a small business that sold books online, it went on to dominate online retail and pioneered other areas such as cloud computing. The key to its success is how it continues to drive innovation through its business strategy and…

Do you want to host a webinar that people will actually want to watch? You have a great topic to share but you don't know how to start? Then this is the webinar on webinars to watch! Business Advisor Kathie Heyman understands and has hands on experience with the who, what and how of hosting…

Email marketing is one of the highest converting sales channels for your business. In this a ‘how to’ style webinar I will show you how to navigate your way around marketing software. We have chosen MailChimp as example, and send affective campaigns to a well built list. ​ WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: * How and…

In times of uncertainty we tend to focus on all the challenges that lie ahead, and we don’t always see the opportunities that might be available to us. This interactive workshop will help you plan and implement change in your business as you gain an understanding of the opportunities that are available to you, while…

SEO is a set of web best practice techniques that allows the information you publish on your website to be discovered and understood. It is then ranked against similar websites on search engines, like Google. In the SEO Basics workshop you learnt that SEO does not have to be a mystery. You learnt simple SEO…

When we shop in a physical store we are able to pick up the product and inspect it. We are able to get a feel for the texture, the size, we can clearly see the colour, we are able to move it around and look at it from different angles. But when you are shopping…

Are you so bogged down in the day-to-day of your business operations, that you can’t see the forest for the trees? This online workshop will give you the time and space to do some planning for the future… Where do you want to go, and how are you going to get there? In this workshop,…

Cybersecurity is much more than just having antivirus software on your computer! Having a cybercrime hit your business can mean; time your business is not operational and major damage to your reputation. In this conversation with regional business owners, Josh explores; - Managing cybersecurity through practice and having strong policies in place - Incorporating Cybersafety…

In this Mini-Masterclass, Edwin from @thesocialsandwich will run you through his process for coming up with post ideas for your business. About this event In this Mini-Masterclass, Edwin from @thesocialsandwich will run you through his process for coming up with post ideas for your business. Every Instagram account in the world has struggled for ideas,…

CREATIVE COSTING, PRICING AND SHARING YOUR WORTH Working out what to charge for creative products and services can be a colossal challenge. Where to even start? What’s It Worth is a practical workshop that covers the basics of figuring out the price point for creative work, including calculating costs and understanding what the market can…

Stories can be the most powerful tool you have to captivate that attention and cut through the digital noise. Especially when you only have a short window to get noticed. In this online workshop you’ll learn all the different ways to use stories to attract attention, gather new customer leads and then grow your business.…

Do you want to host a webinar that people will actually want to watch? You have a great topic to share but you don't know how to start? Then this is the webinar on webinars to watch! Business Advisor Kathie Heyman understands and has hands on experience with the who, what and how of hosting…

Great workshop for all NSW businesses! You will learn: • That Cash Flow is the 3rd crucial accounting tool to effectively manage your business • The importance of managing your Capital requirements, Working Capital and Profitability using the 7 levers for change • How to prepare a Cash Flow projection / forecast for your business…

Do you struggle to write web pages, emails, blogs and other online content that attracts and holds your audience? About this event The key to writing content that converts is understanding how people feel and think when they’re reading your messages. In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to use words and psychological triggers to:…

A Customer Journey Map, helps you to understand customer expectations, so you can create a personalised experience that resonates with them. About this event By creating a customer journey map, you gain valuable insights into your customers wants and needs, which helps you to tailor your customer experience, so they get what they actually want…

Do you wish that sales would come more naturally to you? In this workshop you will learn how to increase your sales conversion by understanding what actually motivates your prospects to buy from you. • Know the common sales misconceptions and how to upgrade your beliefs around being a salesperson • Simple tips on how…

Join us for creative content writing tips and tricks. Are you a small business owner or reluctant marketer? The rise of social media and inbound marketing means that everyone needs to be a content creator. Learn from the best as to how to create compelling content for your business. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: * Why…

2020 saw COVID-19 turn the way we do business upside down. A year on from our first lockdown, we're still feeling the reverberations of this impact. In this online workshop, Realise Business Advisor Judy Hendricks will run through tips on how to pivot and re-energise your business model. Whether you're going from physical to digital…

Has your business reached the stage that you need to streamline workflows? Could your business benefit from some automation? Do you find your staff resistant to change the way they work? Do you wonder why some tasks take as long as they do? Do you often hear ‘but that’s the way we’ve always done it?’…

Join us to discover the benefits, eligibility criteria, and processes which govern the delivery of the R&D Tax Incentive, including the changes to the program taking effect from 01 July 2021. Designed to encourage businesses to engage in Research and Development, the R&D Tax Incentive is the Australian government’s principal investment to boost Australia’s competitiveness…

We have all heard of or read Stephen Covey’s book - ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’. Even if you know what those 7 habits are, how effective have you been in implementing them? Habit 1 - Be Proactive – focus and act on what you can control. Register now to discover the other…

Lisa Harpley The Business Centre and Brogan Renshaw Director and Founder at Firewire Digital. E |reception@businesscentre.com.au   T |0249257700  W |https://www.businesscentre.com.au/

If you're not already using free design software such as Canva, then you have probably at least heard of it and the other online programs that make your life easier when creating content for social media. This workshop will be showcasing the special features offered to you in Canva plus some of the web based…

This Workshop is designed to help SME's improve their success rate when responding to tenders. Key topics include: Overview of - Different sourcing processes; & - a typical tender process Usual actions by most respondents How to respond - during the various tender stages; & - after the tender closes This Workshop will be presented…

This online workshop will simplify the marketing process by breaking down and working through the 11 elements of an effective marketing plan. You will discover ways to successfully pivot, diversify and maintain your business momentum to meet changing consumer demand, create a new need, or expand your product or service offerings for growth. You will…

This workshop will provide small to medium businesses with important information on the Prequalification schemes within construction. If you are planning to be a supplier of goods and services to the NSW Government and you don't know where to start, then this workshop is for you. Key Topics Include: • How does NSW Government buy?…

Digitalisation is here to stay, you need to know in-depth what it actually means. In the new post-pandemic economy, digital up-skilling and integration needs to be a critical priority. Most businesses are on Google and Facebook. Digitalisation can help improve the positioning of your business and to streamline your business activities. Going digital can vastly…

In this Mini-Masterclass, Edwin from @thesocialsandwich goes through the biggest misconception about Instagram. About this event In this Mini-Masterclass, Edwin from @thesocialsandwich goes through the biggest misconception about Instagram - that it’s a place to sell your product. No, it’s not. No one will follow an account that is purely trying to sell you a…

Join us to master the art of keyword research. If you’re a marketer, you will know the importance of keywords. But how do you find out what yours should be? By the end of this workshop, you will know what your keywords are, how to find them and what your competitors are doing. WHAT YOU…

Every person who goes into business wants success and to live a life they love. So what is stopping you? There are so many reasons why we procrastinate, overwhelm, lack of focus, fear of failure or maybe you just lack motivation and hope that everything will be alright. Research tells us that we all procrastinate…

Starting a podcast is the easy part – it is harder to maintain and grow your audience base. Join our guest presenter, Jen Seyderhelm as she provides practical tips to attract guests, create momentum and find opportunities that you may not have considered. Jen has extensive experience in the broadcasting industry and regularly helps business…

By the end of this training session, you will understand the foundation of Digital Marketing and will be able to create their own plan. Why Digital Marketing is important What is Digital Marketing The components of a Digital Marketing Plan Digital Marketing Goals Target Audience Digital Channels Digital Content Measurement Tools How to build a…

WE KNOW WE NEED ONE – BUT WHERE TO START? A website is so much more than a passive online portfolio display. It can be a centralised place to showcase services, a marketing tool to share stories, and an educational platform to help clients understand your craft. TALKING ABOUT… YOUR WEBSITE is a practical and…

Building a business is not linear. You set a goal with great expectations, excitement, and your motivation is high. Then, results don't happen fast enough or even at all. Motivation falls and with it, your actions and your business stagnates. What if you could show up, do the work until you DO get results. It…

Intellectual Property – what is it and why is it an important asset to your business? Join IP specialist and owner of Marshall Legal, Tim Marshall as he unwraps Intellectual Property in this jam-packed webinar. Tim will cover the Yin and Yang of Intellectual Property, how it can be used in different business environments and…

This business grants workshop is the ideal, practical guide to grant writing for any business seeking to attain funding by applying for grants. This is a practical step by step workshop where grants from both the public and private sector will assessed and participants will have the opportunity to draft grant applications in class and…

Learn the tricks and tips from the master of video Julian Mather. This is the last of a series of 3 workshops by Julian. Why treat customers like numbers when you can look them in the eye - while you’re asleep - and have more personal, more relevant conversations that lead to sustained relationships and…

Change is inevitable! Our experiences from the last 18 months have shown us this more than ever before. Discover how you can embrace the challenges of change and successfully pivot your business so that you can welcome and make the most of new opportunities when they arise. In this workshop you will: • Learn how…

MAINTAINING HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES Working in the creative industries is both rewarding and strenuous, physically and mentally. How can practitioners maintain relative balance between flourishing and falling, particularly when artistic output is built with emotion? Wellbeing for Business explores ways that creative professionals can purposely bring wellbeing practice into their everyday…

When it comes to owning and starting a business it is easy to focus on the “Now” activities - those that are in front of you every day demanding your attention. But if you want your business to grow and evolve, you need to understand and develop strategic ‘big-picture’ thinking in order to have clarity…

Are you frustrated you seem to be working really hard, but there doesn't seem to be enough of a financial reward? Are you honestly paying yourself for ALL hours worked? In this workshop we look at pricing inputs, the impact of discounting, quoting and other key pricing issues like covering your admin and marketing time.…

How many times have you been watching, listening or reading a news story that exhorts the positives of a business in your local community? Have you wondered how they managed to get the story out there? How do you create an effective Press Release and utilise it to positively impact your business. You can use…

In this Mini-Masterclass, Edwin from @thesocialsandwich explains the incredibly misunderstood #hashtags. Hashtags are a great way to be discovered on Instagram, and for your page to grow, but it’s staggering how many pages are still using hashtags in the wrong way. This session is all about finding topical, relevant hashtags for you to post with,…

inance can often be the forgotten elephant in the room. As small business owners, we are often driven by passion for our product or service, and what impact it has on our clients. But for our businesses to thrive in the long term - we need to nail our cash flow for ultimate financial freedom.…

By the end of this training session, you will understand the foundation of website marketing and be able to develop their own website. Lessons you will learn: What is Website Marketing? Why is Website Marketing important? 7 Pillars of Website Marketing Google My Business SEO SEM Email Marketing Online Advertising Retargeting Reviews Website Marketing Key…

Georges River Council wants to work with local businesses. Council has made amendments to make it easier for local suppliers to engage with council and to access information they need. To find out more, Georges River Council is pleased to announce its Supplier Awareness Webinar created with local suppliers in mind. Join us for a…

Many manufacturing SMEs across Australia have accelerated their digital thinking over the past year, yet there remains a gap between their initial exploration of Industry 4.0 technologies and subsequent adoption. Together with the Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC), UTS are inviting all manufacturing businesses to an interactive futuremap® workshop designed to help manufacturers understand the possibilities…

By the end of this training session, you will understand the importance of Content Planning for Social Media. By the end of this training session, you will understand the importance of Content Planning for Social Media and will be able to create your own social media content plan. Social media content as part of Digital…

Your website is your digital storefront, so what is it saying to your potential clients/ customers? Go and take a look at it right now ( I'll wait) and see what message it's sending... is it tired? outdated? broken and kinda... meh? It's not about spending thousands of dollars on custom-built solutions, it's about choosing…

By the end of this training session, you will know more about small business software and will be able to identify which software to use. Why are small business software important for your business? What are some of the small business software available to support your business? Accounting software Project Management software CMS software CRM…

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EASTERN RIVERINA ARTS Marketing is one of the most despised and least understood aspects of running a creative business and being an arts entrepreneur. Most creatives hate to sell, and would rather be making than hustling. There is a simple secret to making marketing more palatable - understanding the strategy behind the…

MHFA: Engaging Leaders will help leaders, decision makers and influencers understand the benefits that MHFA can offer in helping to create mentally healthy workplaces. This course contains information about how leaders can support their employees who may be experiencing a mental health problem. What will you gain? • An understanding of mental health problems in…

HOW TO PRODUCE A SELF-DEVISED PROJECT FROM BEGINNING TO END How often are creatives told to ‘make their own work’? And what exactly does it mean? MAKE YOUR OWN WORK takes a tough love approach to the job of producing a self-devised project, from the initial ideas stage through to completion. It’s suitable for all…

The Mental Health First Aid Conversations About Suicide course will teach you how to identify, approach and support someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours using a practical, evidence based Action Plan. You will also have the opportunity to practise your new skills in a safe environment. This course is based on guidelines developed…

So what’s the next step to stop the spark escalating into a full-scale blaze that consumes your business. Do you choose mediation or do you choose a Mediator? What ‘fire-fighting’ skills does your Mediator need to de-escalate a dispute and help you improve business relationships from a potentially catastrophic and business-ending experience. Karl will offer…

Stories can be the most powerful tool you have to captivate that attention and cut through the digital noise. Especially when you only have a short window to get noticed. In this workshop you’ll learn all the different ways to use stories to attract attention, gather new customer leads and then grow your business. What…

Understanding the fundamental accounting concepts to manage your business finances is vital to your on-going success. The next 90 minutes is designed to give you a basic understanding of these fundamental accounting concepts and processes which underpin your business financials and delivered in easy-to-understand language. You will learn and appreciate the importance of timely and…

The first step in any journey is to know your starting point. You need to know your business’s market position before you can create an effective business, marketing plan and branding for your product, or service, find out how to do that in our lunch and learn session hosted by BEC Business Advisor Krystal Maytom…

This interactive workshop will teach you how you can use LinkedIn to generate business through your professional connections. LinkedIn is often underused by small businesses, and yet it’s a fantastic place to build relationships with business owners, department heads and potential referral partners. In this 2 hour workshop, we run through how to optimise your…

With so many moving parts to online marketing it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. We are thrilled to have presenter Jess Heppell help you gain some clarity about where your business will find the best success online, and how to make a plan of attack! Part B - Slightly more advanced WHAT YOU WILL…

Retail Masterclass is a strategic event for owners of retail businesses. What we will cover: * insights into pyschographic marketing * rebranding * growing existing businesses into omnichannel operations * understanding consumer demands in the COVID-19 market place. This event will aid businesses to pivot and build the ability to be resilient and rapidly meet…

When it comes to owning and starting a business it is easy to focus on the “Now” activities - those that are in front of you every day demanding your attention. But if you want your business to grow and evolve, you need to understand and develop strategic ‘big-picture’ thinking in order to have clarity…

How many ways can you think of to make money? Creative businesses often need help to brainstorm all the possible ways to diversify their income streams (especially NOW) and become more financially sustainable. Diversify Your Creative Income is an interactive online workshop that allows participants to discuss the various general ways that creatives can make…

What is INNOVATION? It’s not just the latest hi-tech electronic gadget! Innovation adds value to a product, service or process. Join us and discover what an Innovation Mindset is and how to introduce it into your business. Learn how to find those hidden gems of opportunity by becoming open to change. We often think of…

In this webinar, we will discuss the many areas of your e-commerce store. With the likes of the major players in e-Commerce such as Amazon in Australia, it is important we are continuously evolving. How can we make sure your online store not only survives, it thrives in the years to come. We are cover…

In this webinar, we will discuss the many areas of your e-commerce store. With the likes of the major players in e-Commerce such as Amazon in Australia, it is important we are continuously evolving. How can we make sure your online store not only survives, it thrives in the years to come. We are cover…

Really understanding what you are trying to achieve is the cornerstone of any good marketing strategy. Then comes the really hard part, implementation. Learn how to work this out with seasoned marketing guru Allen Roberts. Hosted by BEC Business Advisor Krystal Maytom. These sessions will be recorded and available for viewing at a later date.…

We can all agree that getting a customer or a client takes effort, energy, money and work ... so are you focusing on KEEPING those customers and clients or are you always focused on getting new ones? Are you taking your customers on a journey, to ensure they keep coming back to you year after…

  NSW Government is delivering three online sessions to help small businesses who have been impacted by COVID-19 find the support they need. Presenters from across government agencies including NSW Treasury and Service NSW will provide information on financial grants including the 2021 COVID-19 business and micro-business grants, JobSaver payment, and highlight other government support…

This event takes business owners through the essentials of setting up an E-commerce business. What we will cover in this webinar: * Platform options in the marketplace * Effective ways to get your business seen in an ultra-competitive marketplace * Basics of E-Commerce business strategies * How e-commerce can be enhanced through other digital marketing…

he NSW Government has a range of supports to help businesses affected by the COVID-19 restrictions. The focus of the webinar is to make it easier for you to find the help you need. Information will be provided on how you can apply for financial grants including; the 2021 COVID-19 business grant, JobSaver payment and…

As soon as you set up your domain name, you’re inundated with people offering SEO services, often from an Outlook or Hotmail address that should raise suspicion. Some people have been legitimately quoted $300 – $3000 a month for SEO activities. Either way, neither of these options are often palatable for small business. In this…

Every business owner, should know the basics around general bookkeeping. Even if you have a bookkeeper, you still should understand the basics. In this 2 part series ‘Basic Bookkeeping for the new business owner’ Louise from Sovereign Accounts will help you to understand the bookkeeping requirements to ensure you are compliant for each financial year.…

Small business have been hit hard over the past year with Covid-19. Join our session with Access To Finance Advisor, Judy Hendricks, as she discusses the 7 cash drivers that impact your cash flow. Judy will show you how to make the best business decisions based on your numbers. She will also run through practical…

Every business owner, should know the basics around general bookkeeping. Even if you have a bookkeeper, you still should understand the basics. In this 2 part series ‘Basic Bookkeeping for the new business owner’ Louise from Sovereign Accounts will help you to understand the bookkeeping requirements to ensure you are compliant for each financial year.…

As soon as you set up your domain name, you’re inundated with people offering SEO services, often from an Outlook or Hotmail address that should raise suspicion. Some people have been legitimately quoted $300 – $3000 a month for SEO activities. Either way, neither of these options are often palatable for small business. In this…

HATE SELLING? TRY STRATEGY INSTEAD. Marketing is one of the most despised and least understood aspects of running a creative business and being an arts entrepreneur. Most creatives hate to sell, and would rather be making than hustling. There is a simple secret to making marketing more palatable - understanding the strategy behind the sales…

Business Owners and Entrepreneurs have been hit hard this year. For many there is mass opportunity for others, they’re still on their knees. Marketing speaker & facilitator Russell Pearson defines practical steps to get movement back into your business. Let’s Get up and Get It! Learning outcomes: - Learn from Success stories of adaption in…

Business Owners and Entrepreneurs have been hit hard this year. For many there is mass opportunity for others, they’re still on their knees. Marketing speaker & facilitator Russell Pearson defines practical steps to get movement back into your business. Let’s Get up and Get It! Learning outcomes: - Learn from Success stories of adaption in…

he NSW Government has a range of supports to help businesses affected by the COVID-19 restrictions. The focus of the webinar is to make it easier for you to find the help you need. Information will be provided on how you can apply for financial grants including; the 2021 COVID-19 business grant, JobSaver payment and…

COVID has brought two hitherto hidden realities of small business in the food and tourism sector into the spotlight for consumers: steep commissions of online aggregators like UberEats and Bookings.com and the critical importance of Loving Local. The heightened awareness around book & pay/click & collect, direct with the venue presents small businesses new marketing…

A survey done by Xero found 76% of small business owners thought applying for business loans difficult and 42% struggled to collate the right financial information. Join Amy Chen in this 1 hour webinar as she uncovers areas like: - The Why - the kind of information you're generally asked to provide, understanding why banks…

Lisa is an entrepreneurial success story, starting Ecoriginals nappies (online and retail brand of eco nappies) and selling it for a large profit. She will share how she did it and what she sees as the main elements needed to succeed in business online. This webinar will cover - 1. How to "prove a concept"…

Your brand is your identity. It’s how your customers know who you are – your business name, logo or catchy slogan. The more successful your business, the more valuable your brand becomes so it’s worth protecting. A registered business name won’t stop your competitors from copying your brand. Only a Trademark gives you the legal…

Developing a strong value proposition is essential to optimise the targeting and effectiveness of your marketing efforts. It makes it easier to connect with target audiences and establishes a foundation to build your marketing and sales activities on. Learn how to create one in this one hour lunchtime webinar with marketing guru Allen Roberts, hosted…

A capability statement gives construction businesses identity and professionalism. It's an expanded version of their business card and a works as a member of the sales team - helping pitch the business to future customers. This workshop, tailor made for small to medium sized construction companies, will work through the purpose of capability statements, its…

ECommerce can be a bit of a puzzle. Learn how to fit the pieces together so they can work together. You don’t have to do everything at once but you do need to see the bigger picture . WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Identify which Products/services to sell Identify your customers Determine your shipping Then choose…

A complete guide to starting a business. This event guides those completely new to business through each of the mandatory steps to start a business. Including product clarification, market research, market definition, marketing, budgeting and planning the event will enable business intenders to gain a clear understanding of the process of starting a business. Attending…

This workshop will get you well on your way to starting your business. You will learn everything you need to know • Business registration • Legal requirements • Council requirements • Insurance • Market research • Business planning and more!! If you have just started your business it is a great opportunity to check you…

So you have decided to start a small business. We have everything you need to help you to turn your ‘big idea’ into reality. This workshop will help you to define what you want to accomplish & how you are going to accomplish it. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Create a successful business plan. Explore your…

Figuring out who your target market is can be a finicky business. The secret to any effective marketing campaign for a creative business is marketing personas. Creating these compelling caricatures that combine real data about your existing clients and market research can help guide your content creation, craft targeted marketing campaigns, and assist you in…

Change is now a constant. But not all changes are related to technology. Trends in other industries show it is the early adopters who win in the long run. They leverage new practices and capabilities to create a competitive advantage and so see greater profits. This presentation will explore the key technological trends and management…

Learn how to make the most of your short-term advertising budget, while complementing your overall Business Strategy. Do you know what you are selling? Who are you selling it to? It is important to target the right market and know how to track that market. How can you ensure you are getting your information to…

HOW TO MAKE THE TIME FOR EVERYTHING? This workshop answers the age-old question – how are we supposed to find the time to run a creative career, pursue our arts-based practice, and have a life as well? This fun and informal workshop discusses practical strategies to help you keep all the juggling balls in the…

Tendering for new work while constrained by time and human resources is a challenge familiar to all construction businesses. How do you continue to do a good job delivering current projects but also do a great job preparing tenders that are critical for ensuring a healthy pipeline of future work? While tendering cannot be simplified…

Whether you are in the process of starting a new venture or simply have an idea and don’t know what to do next, this workshop is sure to provide you with everything you need to know to setup your new business and hit the ground running. Our expert Business Advisor will be able to assist…

In this webinar, you will fast-track your Google Analytics knowledge and skills. You will learn how to begin using your Google Analytics reports to understand the performance of your website and your marketing. Plus, you will find out about the recent changes Google has released and if you should be using the new version of…

Selling the Sizzle not the Sausage – communicating your Unique Value Pictures that Sizzle- to accompany press releases and social media Press releases that Sizzle – for online/offline media and influencers The How and Why of Storytelling in Social Media – An Instagram Content Schedule Presenter: Viktoria Darabi superpower is helping food businesses, destinations and…

In this free 45 minute webinar, we will show you the basic principles that will help you create engaging images and videos for Social Media. What You Will Learn:How to get the most out of your camera/phone;Simple tips to help you create and capture engaging content for social media;common social media sizes and how to…

Money is the lifeblood of any creative business, but financial literacy can be a real struggle for creatives. Navigating the numbers is not always a happy place, emotions can be overpowering, and maths is frequently yukky. And whoever learned the basics of business money and financial literacy during their arts training? MONEY IS NOT A…

Complete just 3 of these consistently and your Small Business Growth will be virtually guaranteed. We showcase low cost and risk free strategies to supercharge your business leads and conversion that will add substantial profit within 30 days. Presenter: Darren Wrigley Darren is a Sales Coach and Business Trainer who loves to help small to…

Complete just 3 of these consistently and your Small Business Growth will be virtually guaranteed. We showcase low cost and risk free strategies to supercharge your business leads and conversion that will add substantial profit within 30 days. Presenter: Darren Wrigley Darren is a Sales Coach and Business Trainer who loves to help small to…

Video content has become an important tool for business, not only as a marketing tool gain exposure, but to gain rapport and trust with clients, build a business brand and define plainly a business USP. This webinar will look at good practice for content, messaging, uploading and techniques to provide engaging video. E |reception@bizhq.com.au   T |0467…

Video content has become an important tool for business, not only as a marketing tool gain exposure, but to gain rapport and trust with clients, build a business brand and define plainly a business USP. This webinar will look at good practice for content, messaging, uploading and techniques to provide engaging video. E |reception@bizhq.com.au   T |0467…

Great workshop for all NSW businesses! You will learn: • That Cash Flow is the 3rd crucial accounting tool to effectively manage your business • The importance of managing your Capital requirements, Working Capital and Profitability using the 7 levers for change • How to prepare a Cash Flow projection / forecast for your business…

Join us for this critical session on developing your USP. Are you scratching your head over what a unique selling proposition is or why you need one? By the end of this workshop, you will understand how to position your brand to stand out from your competition. You will know the key thing that set…

Join us for this critical session on developing your USP. Are you scratching your head over what a unique selling proposition is or why you need one? By the end of this workshop, you will understand how to position your brand to stand out from your competition. You will know the key thing that set…

Do you currently use social media for your business? Are you ready to refine your skills on the social media platforms to get better results? Digital Marketing Masterclass will teach you the secrets that the digital marketing industry use to gain results for their clients on each platform. Learn what tools they use which can…

This webinar brings participants upto date with stories across multiple social media platforms. Learn how to create stories; what content is most engaging and relevant to your business audience; tips and tricks for each platform. Gain the information to decide which format and platform best serves your business goals. E |reception@bizhq.com.au   T |0467 941 878  W |www.bizhq.com.au 

This webinar brings participants up to date with stories across multiple social media platforms. Learn how to create stories; what content is most engaging and relevant to your business audience; tips and tricks for each platform. Gain the information to decide which format and platform best serves your business goals. E |reception@bizhq.com.au   T |0467 941 878  W…

SEO is a set of web best practice techniques that allows the information you publish on your website to be discovered and understood. It is then ranked against similar websites on search engines, like Google. In the SEO Basics workshop you learnt that SEO does not have to be a mystery. You learnt simple SEO…

Loss of loyalty and contact with local customers is a concern for businesses closed due to Public Health Orders. This webinar takes participants through strategies to engage and stay relevent to local customers during lockdown. Participants will see the strategies applied to multiple digital marketing channels. E |reception@bizhq.com.au   T |0467 941 878  W |www.bizhq.com.au 

One of the real advantages to selling online is the ability to know exactly where your sales and traffic is coming from to enable you to adjust your marketing and innovate accordingly. Many business owners find their numbers overwhelming and don’t look often enough or don’t know where to look. This webinar will go through…

In times of uncertainty we tend to focus on all the challenges that lie ahead, and we don’t always see the opportunities that might be available to us. This interactive workshop will help you plan and implement change in your business as you gain an understanding of the opportunities that are available to you, while…

LET'S GET IT STARTED IN HERE Curious about turning your creative practice into a fully-fledged small business? This fun and friendly workshop will cover all the essentials you’ll need to get the basics right and avoid some of the most common pitfalls for creatives as they enter the world of self-employment and freelancing. You will…

Meet with like minded business people and network, to kick off the new financial year. There will be light refreshments and a guest speaker to kick start the evening. The venue is the always popular Ramsgate RSL. The first drink and light refreshments are included in the entry price. This event is organised by Bayside…

Are you a small business owner who wants your website to appear on Page 1 of Google search results? This webinar will develop an SEO toolkit that will help you to improve your site’s search rankings. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: • What search engine optimisation (SEO) means • Why SEO is important • How to…

This event is specifically for manufacturing businesses wishing to minimise risk and grow business in the changed economic and market environments in this era of Covid effected business. Strategic development consultant Ian Marsh will provide a framework for businesses to research and determine market opportunities, develop products and take these products to market. The frame…

You're in the healthcare industry but aren't sure how to promote your business and attract new clients within the guidelines. The businesses and practices that will get known for their expertise and grow their influence and client list during this uncertain times will have a consistent and compelling brand presence, and a strategy to attract…

Are you at your wits end with your digital marketing? Do you need to craft a range of content for your business but aren’t sure where to start? Learn how to create compelling content for your business. If you aren’t a writer and are maybe a reluctant marketer as well, this webinar is for you.​…

This webinar will cover: • Business Structures • Leasing • Contract Law • Employment Law • E-Commerce • Social Media • Intellectual Property • Consumer Law Presenter: Katherine Hawes Katherine is a practicing Barrister and Solicitor, business influencer, social entrepreneur, media personality, author and educator, based in Sydney, Australia. Business Connect is a dedicated and…

St George Business Chamber have assembled a panel of experts from our local business community in Southern Sydney, to present this highly topical workshop. Throughout our local business community, many businesses have either been shutdown completely (particularly in retail and personal services) or have operated with restrictions (e.g. cafes and food outlets).As vaccination targets are…

Changes in consumer habits have reformed customer expectations of retail businesses. This webinar guides restarting retail businesses through expectation product information, multi channel purchasing methods and delivery options. Exploring platforms, marketing and enhanced customer experience this event provides a clear framework to rapidly update retail operations to align with new customer expectations and compete with…

Money is the lifeblood of any creative business, but financial literacy can be a real struggle for creatives. Navigating the numbers is not always a happy place, emotions can be overpowering, and maths is frequently yukky. And whoever learned the basics of business money and financial literacy during their arts training? MONEY IS NOT A…

Cafes in our neighbourhoods have reported strong trading levels during COVID, and in some cases, revenue has increased as more people are staying and working within their local neighbourhood. In both cases, most cafes still experience difficulty with three key areas of their business: Making enough profit to create a healthy work-life balance Adjusting their…

With traditional manufacturing value chains being disrupted and customer expectations constantly shifting, more businesses are exploring Industry 4.0 technologies and looking for smart, cost-effective ways to integrate these within their organisation. Whilst COVID-19 has seen many businesses accelerate their digital thinking, the gap between initial exploration and subsequent adoption and investment is still evident. Hosted…

Cafes in our neighbourhoods have reported strong trading levels during COVID, and in some cases, revenue has increased as more people are staying and working within their local neighbourhood. In both cases, most cafes still experience difficulty with three key areas of their business: Making enough profit to create a healthy work-life balance Adjusting their…

In the context of COVID-19 and the climate crisis, working together to shape a positive future for Greater Sydney has never been more important. This event brings together leading city-shapers to reflect on the ‘three cities model’ of Greater Sydney and will highlight the latent opportunities of districts and regions such as the South in supporting…

Cafes in our neighbourhoods have reported strong trading levels during COVID, and in some cases, revenue has increased as more people are staying and working within their local neighbourhood. In both cases, most cafes still experience difficulty with three key areas of their business: Making enough profit to create a healthy work-life balance Adjusting their…

Many manufacturing SMEs across Australia have accelerated their digital thinking over the past year, yet there remains a gap between their initial exploration of Industry 4.0 technologies and subsequent adoption.   Together with the Innovative Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (IMCRC), UTS and the Georges River Council are inviting all manufacturing businesses to an interactive futuremap® workshop designed…

If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far go together - African Proverb. As much as we love being in business - it's not always easy and it's certainly not fun doing it all alone. We've been gathering women in business all through lockdown 2020 AND 2021 and we…

If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far go together - African Proverb. As much as we love being in business - it's not always easy and it's certainly not fun doing it all alone. We've been gathering women in business all through lockdown 2020 AND 2021 and we…

Social media has changed the way we communicate, connect, and collaborate with our customers. It helps businesses reach their customers better, create brand awareness, build customer loyalty and so much more. Whether you’re new to social media or just want to upskill, our social media session has you cover. Join expert, Mathew Slavica, in this…

Cherie Clonan is the Founder and Creative Director of digital marketing agency The Digital Picnic. TDP has trained thousands of small business owners to uplevel their marketing skills so it's safe to say Cherie knows a thing or two about cultivating a loyal and engaged audience in the digital landscape! In this interview panel with…

It's all very well having a rocking good website, but how do you get the traffic (visitors) to your site? WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: * How to drive traffic to your website * rock your digital marketing like a pro! ABOUT YOUR PRESENTER Kylie from Hello Media, grew her business into two online stores, hundreds…

Google ads can help promote your business, raise awareness and increase traffic to your website by targeting people searching for a particular product or service. Join our 1-hour webinar with SEO expert, Doron Milner, as he introduces you to Google Ads. He will discuss what Google Ads are, how to use them in your business…

A customer journey map helps identify areas of friction, creates empathy, and really does keep customers at the heart of every interaction during their journey with you. What makes a customer journey map highly valuable is its process. Creating one requires you to perform detailed customer research that leads to compelling customer-centric stories that can…

Since covid many are looking to start a business, they might have the start of an idea but haven't taken it to the next level to work out if it's going to work, and too many take the easy route with low barriers to entry. This meeting-style webinar will go through the simple ways you…

A website is your digital shop window to any business. It is often the first interaction a prospective customer might have with your business – and also the platform through which sales and transactions are made. Ensuring a website is set up and optimised is crucial to business success. In this interactive session, presenter Joan…

Cash flow is typically reported in the cash flow statement. A financial document designed to provide a detailed analysis of what happened to a business’s cash during a specified period of time. It provides evidence when tendering (based on actuals or assumptions) of a business's ability to meet its financial commitments & obligations. In this webinar,…

In this webinar, we will discuss the many areas of your ecommerce store. With the likes of the major players in e-Commerce such as Amazon in Australia, it is important we are continuously evolving. How can we make sure your online store not only survives, it thrives in the years to come. We are cover…

What is the most common query we hear from start-up and even established small business owners that don’t have much cash flow – how can I market my business for very little or no cost? If you’re short on marketing ideas, this is the place for you! In this session you will be given a…

Businesses sometimes need to have difficult conversations not only with customers or suppliers but with employees. In small business the burden lies with the owner to have these conversations and learning the best ways to handle them is a great business skill. Learn the best ways to handle the tricky topics with tools and best…

In this webinar we aim to answer any questions you have regarding how you can safeguard yourself against a data loss and strengthen your cyber risk resilience. We talk about five simple yet remarkable effective actions that you can take to immediately improve your cyber security and –even better- that won’t break the bank. About…

In this webinar we will cover: • Ecommerce website platform overview • Online marketing places • Using social media • Facebook and Instagram shop • Collaborations / partners/ 3rd party websites • Promoting and prospecting in Facebook groups • Basic advertising tips - Facebook ads, Google Ads - remarketing • How to increase sales Presenter:…

Money is the lifeblood of any creative business, but financial literacy can be a real struggle for creatives. Navigating the numbers is not always a happy place, emotions can be overpowering, and maths is frequently yukky. And whoever learned the basics of business money and financial literacy during their arts training? MONEY IS NOT A…

Even the most successful women suffer from a lack of confidence at some stage in their career. Studies show that a lack of confidence is one of the biggest obstacles to success for women in business and leadership roles. As a working woman do you suffer from imposter syndrome, poor body image or simply over…

Marketing for any small business can be difficult to master at the best of times. But how do you navigate the promotional landscape within the healthcare industry without breaking the rules. Join Keynote Speaker, educator and author Kirryn Zerna in this webinar and learn how to create successful strategies for online marketing and storytelling that…

Join Lottie Dalziel from Banish as she de-mystifies sustainable business practices to help you save money and the planet. About this event Every wondered about the ecological footprint of your business decisions and consumer choices? When it comes to adopting sustainable business practices it can be hard to know where to start and what to…

How many ways can you think of to make money? Creative businesses often need help to brainstorm all the possible ways to diversify their income streams (especially NOW) and become more financially sustainable. Diversify Your Creative Income is an interactive online workshop that allows participants to discuss the various general ways that creatives can make…

What is the most common query we hear from start-up and even established small business owners that don’t have much cash flow – how can I market my business for very little or no cost? If you’re short on marketing ideas, this is the place for you! In this session you will be given a…

Social media is a constantly turning wheel. There is so much to learn, however the basics is where you need to start. Using a popular platform, Facebook, learn how to get yourself started. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: • Facebook Business Page • Facebook Business Suite (navigating and using this platform) • Posting • Boosting a…

The retail landscape has changed markedly in the last decade, and the rise of sites like Amazon Australia continue to change the ecommerce space. This two hour session will cover: what retailing now looks like, the key skills you need to succeed online, core steps to set up an ecommerce business, and tips how to…

Social media is a powerful marketing tool for your business. Did you know 57% of consumers will follow a brand to learn about new products and services that they might offer? Join us for this 1.5 hour webinar to make sure you are putting the best foot forward for your brand. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:…

As the world continues to deal with the economic and operational challenges from the global COVID-19 pandemic, cybercriminals are pivoting their online criminal methods to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic. On average each month, the Australian Cyber Secu