The Women's Organisation

Digital Marketing - Level 3
2022-06-22 13:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
This 2-part session will help you focus on developing a clear aim, identify a target audience and selecting the best social platform for you

This 2-part session will help you focus on developing a clear aim, identify a target audience and selecting the best social media platform to reach them. Create a campaign with content to attract attention, who can help the business promote the campaign, how to measure success of the campaign. The campaign plans will focus on campaigns to raise awareness, promote a service or raise funds.
About this training
We will get you to focus on a clear aim, identify your target audience, and then select the best social media platforms to reach them.

What content should you use to attract the most attention?
Who can help you promote your campaign?
How can you measure your success?

This course will help with your plans to raise awareness, promote a service or raise funds.
*NB* This is a 2-part course that will take place on Wednesday 22nd June & Wednesday 29th June from 1pm – 4pm.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Please note, tickets for this course will close on Thursday 9th June at 9am.

Women's Power Programme
2022-06-22 10:00 - 12:30 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Want to take back control of your life? This three week programme is the ideal starting place!

Sometimes, we can feel like our lives are spinning out of our control.
This programme will give you the tools you need to break those negative thinking cycles and become more confident and assertive in a small, comfortable group setting.
These sessions will cover:

Positive thinking & learning about yourself
Managing change
Money mindset
Motivation and assertiveness
Building an effective future toolkit

This course is taking place at 54 St James Street, L1 0AB for three sessions: Wednesday 22nd June, Wednesday 29th June & Wednesday 6th July, 10:00 am- 12:30 pm
Please note this course is open to women living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, Halton).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Wednesday 16th June – at 9 am

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-06-21 16:30 - 17:30
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 14th June at 9am.

Developing your Employability Skills
2022-06-21 14:00 - 17:00 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Do you know the top skills that employers are looking for?There is a clear list of key skills that employers look for.

Do you know the top skills that employers are looking for?
There is a clear list of key skills that employers look for when they are trying to fill vacancies and the same skills are needed for all types of jobs. Good communication skills are always top of the list along with the ability to solve problems and work confidently with numbers and digital technology.
Join us for this informal half-day session where you will use fun quizzes and games to find out which skills employers are looking for, check your own skills, and make a plan for improving the skills and abilities you already have.
Session Lead
Helen Simpson –
Learning & Development Consultant
Helen is an experienced senior manager and learning & development professional with more than 30 years of experience working across the voluntary, public, and private sectors at a local, regional and national level.
She has a reputation for investing in the personal development of others and working collaboratively to achieve high-quality outcomes. Helen is an experienced coach and mentor, specialising in midlife career reviews. She holds the ILM Level 7 Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring, complemented by over 200 hours of coaching/mentoring practice.

This course is taking place at 54 St James Street, L1 0AB on Tuesday 21st June 2pm- 5pm
Please note this course is open to women living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, Halton).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Wednesday 15th June- at 12 pm

Be A More Confident You
2022-06-20 14:00 - 15:00
This course gives you the strategy for developing confidence, assertiveness, and tips for public speaking.

This course gives you the strategy for developing confidence, assertiveness, and tips for public speaking. Become A More Confident You is a 2-hour course for any woman who feels as if they need a bit of a confidence boost, whether it is being out of work or if you are stuck in a rut. It’s interactive and engaging and will give you the tools to improve your self-esteem and build your confidence.
This course will focus on:
– Building your confidence and self-esteem
– Build your assertiveness.
– Tips on improving your public speaking
By the end of the course, you will have identified what qualities and capabilities you have and be more confident in deciding where your future lies.
Eligibility
This programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Monday 13th June at 9 am
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Resilience - Level 2
2022-06-17 09:30 - 16:30 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
This accredited training course will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place.

This full day session accredited training programme will explore resilience and outline practical strategies we can put in place. Do you need a resilience boost and some practical strategies to strengthen those inner reserves during these challenging times?

The training will take place in person at 54 St James Street, Liverpool L1 0AB
9.30am – 4.30pm

Eligibility:
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
National Insurance letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
Please note, tickets for this course will close on Friday 10th June at 9am.

Developing a 60-second pitch
2022-06-16 10:30 - 12:00 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Join The Women’s Organisation and Natwest Business Builder team as we break the 60-second or ‘elevator’ pitch down into its component parts.

If you haven’t got a clear 60-second pitch, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business every day.
Even in such uncertain times, you never know when the opportunity to support others may arise, so it is important to be able to explain your business quickly and simply.
Join the NatWest Business Builder team as we break the 60-second or ‘elevator’ pitch down into its component parts. You’ll come away with a clear understand around what to put in and leave out and how to structure for maximum impact.
We’ll give you all the tools, tips and hints for you to crack on with writing a pitch you’re confident in and proud of straight away. We’ll also share some great practical tips when pitching to an audience of 1 or 100.
Please note, the tickets for this course will close on Thursday 9th June at 9am.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Event Host:
Natalie Hughes, NatWest’s Local Enterprise Manager for Liverpool and surrounding Areas
Natalie has over 14 years banking experience and has specialised in supporting Women In Business for the last 6 years
As a Local Enterprise Manager in Merseyside and surrounding areas, Natalie is responsible for supporting businesses in the community – whether they bank with NatWest or not. She proactively spends time supporting local business by sharing advice, creating networks and leveraging the local ecosystem, and also hosts events to help boost business.
Natalie is the Expert in Residence for the Liverpool Local Enterprise Partnership, and the Cheshire and Warrington Growth Hub. Expert in Residence has been designed to support the growth in female-led businesses through tailored services and specialist knowledge.
She was recognised in 2019 by winning Women in Business Champion in the celebrating Enterprising Women Awards hosted by The Women’s Organisation – a testament to her commitment to supporting women in business to succeed. Natalie holds a Women In Business accreditation by Everywoman and is an Accredited in Business Growth by the Institute of Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurship (IOEE).

Unconscious Bias - Level 2
2022-06-16 10:00 - 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will look at how unconscious bias shapes the world around us and how we can tackle it.

This three week accredited training programme will look at how unconscious bias shapes the world around us and how we can tackle it. How does unconscious bias shape our perspectives, and how can we challenge it in our everyday life?

Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 2 qualification!

About this training

– Over three sessions, we look at where unconscious bias comes from and how it shapes the world around us.

– Reflect on personal biases and learn about ways to challenge and change the way you think.

– Why do we tend to prefer people who are like us?

– What leads to stereotyping and how do we reinforce stereotypes without realising?

– Why are some people constantly overlooked and excluded?

Crucially, what can we do about it?

These sessions give you the opportunity to start the discussion in an open and non-judgemental way and to identify positive action points. Awareness is the first step but we all need to take the next step and start to make a difference.

This course includes useful strategies for personal development and for making your work-place more inclusive and diverse and is a great foundation for future Equality Training.
*NB* This is a 3 part course that will take place on Thursday 16th June, Thursday 23rd June & Thursday 30th June from 10am – 12pm.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Please note, tickets for this course will close on Thursday 9th June at 9am.

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-06-15 11:00 - 12:00
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 8th June at 9am.

Set Your Goals - See Your Life Through A New Lense
2022-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
In this 1-hour workshop, you will be exploring your strengths and skills, and recognising your experience and value.

In this one hour workshop you will be exploring your strengths and skills, and recognising your experience and value. This session is all about mapping out who you are and being able to set your own goals and using personal development as a tool to create your CV.
The event will take place at 54 St James Street. Please register via Eventbrite and once registration is complete you will be sent the relevant information and directions.
Eligibility:
Please note this course is open to anyone living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, Halton).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Wednesday 8th June – at 9 am

Feel Empowered - Bring Back Your Confidence
2022-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
This course will encourage you to find and embrace your inner power and confidence.

In this session you will cover:

What is confidence?
Why do we lose confidence and how can we build it back again?
Tips, tricks and strategies for being a more confident you.

Eligibility
This programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
It will take place at 54 St James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB.
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Tuesday 7th June at 9:00 am
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Stop the Spiral - Get rid of your stress
2022-06-13 10:00 - 12:00
Feeling overwhelmed is a natural response. So join us in this 1-hour workshop to learn how to manage stress and move forward.

Feeling overwhelmed is a natural response. So join us in this 1-hour workshop to learn how to manage stress and move forward.
Over the session, you will cover:

The signs, symptoms, and causes of stress

What stops us from caring for ourselves?

Lifestyle changes

The ability to categorise reasons for stress

How to develop coping strategies

Eligibility
This programme is open to women living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This programme is funded by European Social Fund so one of our team members will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Applications for this session will close on Monday 6th June at 9:00 am
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-06-06 17:30 - 18:30
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Monday 30th May at 9am.

Develop your Leadership & Management Skills
2022-05-30 14:00 - 15:30 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
This sessions is designed to provide an overview of management & leadership issues and skills.

The Introduction to Leadership & Management session is designed to provide an overview of management & leadership issues and skills, understand what effective leaders do, have an opportunity to review skills & leadership style, finishing with a personal action plan.
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) but please contact our team to check full eligibility criteria.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
Tickets for this event will close on Monday 23rd May at 9am.

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-05-30 11:00 - 12:00
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This project is funded by the European Social Fund. In order to confirm eligibility for a funded place on the programme you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Monday 23rd May at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-05-25 13:00 - 14:00
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This project is funded by the European Social Fund. In order to confirm eligibility for a funded place on the programme you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 18th May at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Building Online Content: Blogging and Vlogging
2022-05-24 14:00 - 17:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Join our interactive session hosted by hi-impact media and discover the tricks of the trade when it comes to blogging & vlogging!

Join our interactive session hosted by hi-impact media and discover the tricks of the trade when it comes to blogging & vlogging!
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 17th May at 9am.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
For more information please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Guest Speaker Information:
hi Impact Media – Dionne and Georgia have been working with hi-impact for a number of years as Head of Marketing and Head of Media. In their respective roles, they have supported global brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Twickenham Stadium, Nuffield Health, Liverpool FC and more, with their media and marketing services.
The team are very passionate about taking the skills they have developed over many years, and sharing this through training new businesses and clients to get the springboard they need to launch their careers. They have worked with many start-ups one-to-one, as well as delivering group seminars, workshops and training and are looking forward to supporting you to kick-start your business.

Taking on Employees: What you need to know
2022-05-23 13:00 - 14:00
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Learn everything you need to know about taking on new employees in this online event!

Peter has worked as an Executive Director for People for over 16 years and has 25 years in HR. He has worked for several organisations across different sectors and geographics including Marks and Spencer, Jardine Lloyd Thompson, Vertex and most recently the Home Office.

Within each of those businesses he has made significant impact to the delivery of the people vision.

Delivery of Award-winning HR Service centres in the UK and Asia.

– Set up over 50 new companies and ensures that they are legal compliant

– Increase productivity of newly recruited staff by up to 20%.

– Extensive experience of building, leading and coaching senior teams.

– 15% increase in employee engagement.

The session will look at:

– The employee journey

– Setting the team member up for success before they start

– Getting ready for the first day

– Legal compliance – contract, handbook, policies and procedures, right to work

– The first week – how to get the most out of your new employee

– Performance management and the probation period

– Evaluating success
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Monday 16th May at 9am.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
For more information please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-05-19 17:30 - 18:30
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This project is funded by the European Social Fund. In order to confirm eligibility for a funded place on the programme you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Thursday 12th May at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Conflict Management
2022-05-19 14:00 - 16:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
This session is designed to provide an overview of what conflict management involves and why it is important to deal with it effectively.

The Introduction to Conflict Management session is designed to provide an overview of what conflict management involves and why it is important to deal with it effectively, key skills, how to be effective when managing conflict, reviewing personal skills and agreeing a personal action plan.
The training will take place in person on Tuesday 12th April & Tuesday 19th April, 10 am – 1 pm.
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) but please contact our team to check full eligibility criteria.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
Tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 17th May at 9am.

Building Better Opportunities event
2022-05-19 13:30 - 15:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Join us on Thursday 19th May to find out more about our Building Better Opportunities programme

Join us on Thursday 19th May at 54 St James Street and find out more about our Build Better Opportunities programme.

1.30pm – Light lunch and networking
2.00pm – 3.00pm

Overview of the programme – find out how our personal development sessions work
BBO panel – hear from people who have taken part in the programme
Q&A – a chance to ask our team any questions

The programme is designed to help men and women build a positive future through gaining self-motivation and working to break down barriers to change.

Learn new skills such as CV building, interview skills and job searching.

Personal development provides the opportunity to take time out and think what’s next whilst building confidence and assertiveness.

Access to a key worker who will offer tailored support for issues around employability and more.

Group session support

Questions? Get in touch with our team 0151 706 8113 or email hello@thewo.org.uk

This project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund

Start your Business Drop-in Clinic
2022-05-18 14:00 - 17:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Thinking of starting a business? Why not drop in to 54 St James Street and share your ideas with our Business Adviser John.

Thinking of starting a business?
Want to know how to get started?
Why not drop in to 54 St James Street and share your ideas with our Business Adviser Paul. He can help talk you through what you need to consider when setting up and to prepare yourself for running your own business.
Book on to discuss how to start your business!
*Multiple slots available when booking your tickets*
This drop in is offered as part of The Women’s Organisation’s wider programme of FREE business support. Our team will contact you to get you started on the programme.
Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Branding your Business
2022-05-18 10:30 - 12:30 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by trying to do the hard things well. Find out more now!

“A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn reputation by trying to do the hard things well.” (Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon)
So, you’ve decided to start a business, you have the idea but what about an identity? This session will cover:
– Brand Identity (name, logo, straplines)
– Vision and Values
– Brand Personality
– Unique Selling Points (USPs)
– Messaging / Tone of Voice
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 19th April at 9am.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton)
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
For more information please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Session Lead – Sharon Silcock, Trending Events Consultancy
Introducing Sharon Silcock, a marketing professional with over 20 years of knowledge, skills and experience gained through working for some of the largest organisations in the North West including the Liverpool Daily Post & ECHO, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and Liverpool ONE.
In 2020, Sharon decided to change career course, bought a converted horsebox and created Carriages Mobile Café Bar with start-up support from the Wirral Enterprise Hub. She is now returning to her roots by offering marketing support to businesses through her new venture, Trending Events Consultancy.
Having been on the journey herself, Sharon is passionate about supporting business start-ups.

Creator Economy
2022-05-17 10:30 - 12:30
Do you know how social media platforms are helping people to monetise their content.? If not, come to this session to find out more!

Do you know how social media platforms are helping people to monetise their content.
Join our Creator Economy session with Jade Parkinson Hill the Ed-Tech Entrepreneur, who is one step ahead of the trends, talking all things new to online selling.
In this session you will;
– Create a personal brand
– Identify a niche for social media
– Hear ideas and tip on how you can monetise it.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 10th May at 9am.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to people living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton) or in Greater Manchester.
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund our team will be in touch to complete a registration form with you including evidence of your eligibility.
Questions? Please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part-funded by European Regional Development Fund which offers FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester.
Apply for your place today – and our team will be in touch to complete your registration.
For more information please contact us at hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Using Tools for Creative Content
2022-05-13 10:30 - 12:30
This marketing session is focusing on creative tools that support the marketing and growth in a business.

Using Tools for Creative Content

This marketing session is focusing on creative tools that support the marketing and growth in a business. We will be covering some design platforms including Canva, scheduling platforms for social media and even newsletters and landing pages. Come along to learn more about these platforms, in this interactive session. A laptop/iPad should be used in the workshop.

Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester thinking of starting a business.
Please note, tickets for this webinar will close on Friday 6th May at 9am.
This course is open to Women in the Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester, and booking is essential.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
Letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

This course is offered as part of The Women’s Organisation’s wider programme of FREE business support. For more information or to book, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Guest Speaker:
hi Impact Media – Dionne and Georgia have been working with hi-impact for a number of years as Head of Marketing and Head of Media. In their respective roles, they have supported global brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Twickenham Stadium, Nuffield Health, Liverpool FC and more, with their media and marketing services.
The team are very passionate about taking the skills they have developed over many years, and sharing this through training new businesses and clients to get the springboard they need to launch their careers.
They have worked with many start-ups one-to-one, as well as delivering group seminars, workshops and training and are looking forward to supporting you to kick-start your business.

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-05-09 10:00 - 11:00
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This project is funded by the European Social Fund. In order to confirm eligibility for a funded place on the programme you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Monday 2nd May at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

How to: Maximise Sales Opportunities
2022-05-05 11:00 - 12:00
In this session you will learn the 8 steps to increase business and maximise opportunities.

In this session you will learn the 8 steps to increase business and maximise opportunities
1. Ask questions and shut up
2. Showcase Your Good Self
3. Assume – doesn’t just make an ass out of u and me
4. Fix headaches don’t sell products customers don’t want to buy
5. Tell your story visually
6. Objections are opportunities
7. Push It (for a decision)
8. Always over-deliver
Led by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our business support programme, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region or Greater Manchester thinking of starting a business.
Please note, tickets for this webinar will close on Thursday 28th April at 9am.
This course is open to Women in the Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester, and booking is essential.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
Letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

This course is offered as part of The Women’s Organisation’s wider programme of FREE business support. For more information or to book, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Guest Speaker:
Leon McCowan @ Sales Dojo – Leon has worked in the mobile telecoms industry for 20+ years developing a wealth of knowledge and helping to build three companies which sold to the corporate networks for in excess of £10m. During this time he has recruited, trained and developed 1000’s of telesales, direct sales and indirect sales people.

In 2011 when the company he was working for over exposed itself and was faced with liquidation Leon purchased the assets of the business and negotiated the novation of the contracts and was able to restructure and then build on the business which still operates now 10 years later.

Leon unearthed a love and skill for sales and selling at the age of 14, which he has nurtured and has been involved in ever since. In 2016 he started The Sales Dojo, a community for sales people and sales enthusiasts and he likes nothing better than helping the next generation of business owners, sales people, business development managers (and everyone in-between) to sell more and earn more and find their own version of success

Customer Discovery
2022-05-04 11:00 - 12:00
Understanding who your customer is vital to ensuring your business operates as efficiently and profitably as possible!

Understanding who your customer is vital to ensuring your business operates as efficiently and profitably as possible, but with customer behaviour being so fluid – especially just now – remaining valuable to customers’ needs to be a regular focus.
Join the NatWest Business Builder Team as we explore the different ways you can focus on the problem you solve for your customer, ensuring that what you’re investing precious time and resource into is going to keep them coming back, as you adapt with them.
We’ll talk about the why’s, the where’s and the how’s of Customer Discovery so that you come away with a solid understanding of what your next steps and techniques will be to continue to serve your customers.
This course is open to Women in the Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester, and booking is essential.
Eligibility:
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
As this project is funded by the European Social Fund, you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Evidence includes:

Passport
Letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

Please note, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 27th April at 9am.
This course is offered as part of The Women’s Organisation’s wider programme of FREE business support. For more information or to book, please contact us on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111.

Event Host:
Natalie Hughes, NatWest’s Local Enterprise Manager for Liverpool and surrounding Areas
Natalie has over 14 years banking experience and has specialised in supporting Women In Business for the last 6 years
As a Local Enterprise Manager in Merseyside and surrounding areas, Natalie is responsible for supporting businesses in the community – whether they bank with NatWest or not. She proactively spends time supporting local business by sharing advice, creating networks and leveraging the local ecosystem, and also hosts events to help boost business.
Natalie is the Expert in Residence for the Liverpool Local Enterprise Partnership, and the Cheshire and Warrington Growth Hub. Expert in Residence has been designed to support the growth in female-led businesses through tailored services and specialist knowledge.
She was recognised in 2019 by winning Women in Business Champion in the celebrating Enterprising Women Awards hosted by The Women’s Organisation – a testament to her commitment to supporting women in business to succeed. Natalie holds a Women In Business accreditation by Everywoman and is an Accredited in Business Growth by the Institute of Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurship (IOEE).

WoConnect Breakfast
2022-05-04 08:30 - 10:00 | 54 St James Street, 54 Saint James Street, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
Come along to the WoConnect monthly networking breakfast, a great opportunity to meet like-minded female entrepreneurs in Liverpool.

Come along to the WoConnect monthly networking breakfast, a great opportunity to meet like-minded female entrepreneurs in Liverpool.
No matter how long you have been running your business, you are welcome to come along to this Face to face networking breakfast, it is a relaxed, supportive, and professional environment.
This event will happen every first Wednesday of the month at 54 St James Street, L1 0AB
WoConnect Members – £5
Non Members – £10
Food & drinks will be provided by Bisque-it.

WO Connect
The Women’s Organisations WO Connect (formerly Business Club) is an exclusive women’s only networking group that is open to female business owners.
Membership is open to female business owners only and is per individual not per business. Additional staff members can be booked onto individual events as you go. Our events will mostly be held online or at our flagship building, 54 St James Street in Liverpool but members are welcome to join from anywhere.
How much does it cost?
We don’t have a membership fee as such. All we ask is that you make a one-off donation to The Women’s Organisation charity. This donation will help towards the cost of running WO Connect and help us continue to deliver our support for women in business. The minimum donation is £25 and this instates you as a ‘member for life’ – that’s right, no annual renewal fees. We also welcome larger donations, just specify the amount when completing your membership form.
How To Join
To join, simply fill in our application form and email it to woconnect@thewo.org.uk. Once this step is completed, we can take your donation, and then you are a member!
Once you have joined, we will invite you to join the closed LinkedIn and Facebook groups where you can immediately start networking with other members. You will also then be able to take advantage of reduced booking rates for our upcoming events and other benefits.
Membership form PDF version

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-05-03 15:00 - 16:00
This short course will help you prepare for self-employment.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea. This short course will help you prepare for self-employment, through exploring your business idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women living and working in the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, or Halton).
This project is funded by the European Social Fund. In order to confirm eligibility for a funded place on the programme you will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and fill in a registration form. One of our team will be in touch to collect this from you before the course starts.
Examples of evidence you could provide includes:

Passport
Birth or adoption certificate
National Insurance Letter from HMRC

We will also need some evidence of your current employment status, but our team will discuss this with you based on your individual circumstances.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Tuesday 26th April at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
