The Women's Organisation

Start your Business Drop-in Clinic
2022-04-08 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | 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 Paul.

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

Paul Rittenberg
Business Advice Plus Adviser Facilitator
I started my career in the business support sector in 1987 as an admin assistant in an Enterprise Agency. I trained to become a business advisor and eventually became SFEDI-qualified in the noughties. I have been self-employed myself which has given me the experience to relate to my clients. Even after 30 years, I have the same passion and enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and the business planning process.’

Resilience - Level 2
2022-04-08 13:30 - 2022-04-22 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 two-day 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?
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:
This course is packed full of useful information and gives you the opportunity to reflect on how you are coping and points you in the right direction to move forward and bounce back.

Where does resilience come from?
Why is it important to have a positive outlook?
How do you keep things in perspective?

The training will take place on zoom on Friday 8th April & Friday 22nd April 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm
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
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 1st April, 9 am

Be A More Confident You
2022-04-11 13:00 - 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 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 the 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

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

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-04-11 13:30 - 14:30
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

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 7th March at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Digital Marketing - Level 3
2022-04-12 10:00 - 2022-04-19 13:00
This two-week accredited training programme will equip you with everything you need to run a successful digital marketing campaign.

Looking to get to grips with digital marketing and learn how to put together a successful campaign?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 3 qualification!
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.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 2 sessions, 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

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

Start your Sustainable Business
2022-04-19 12:00 - 13:00
A good business is nothing without a great idea, especially when it comes to sustainability.

About this training
A good business is nothing without a great idea, especially when it comes to sustainability.
This short course will help you prepare yourself for self-employment through exploring your idea, identifying the things you need to consider when starting up and the pros and cons associated. The session will also cover all things you need to consider if you want sustainability to be at the heart of your business.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women & Men 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

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 Friday 15th April at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

WO Connect -Netwalking
2022-04-20 08:30 - 10:00 | Princes Park Labyrinth, Devonshire Road, Liverpool, L8 3TZ, Liverpool, L8 3TZ, GB
Join our netwalking event In Princes Park where we will be walking and talking with like-minded women in business.

If you are looking to meet and network with like-minded women in business, this is a great way to meet people and start your day off with a walk.
Join us on Wednesday 20th April – 0830 am
We will be meeting at Princes Park Mandela Ct, Liverpool L8 3TA
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.

Using Your IT - Getting the most out of your digital resources
2022-04-22 14:30 - 16:00
It’s time to go digital!

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.
This session will;
o Raise awareness of the online resources available to businesses
o Evaluate the pros and cons of working in a digital environment
o Look at ways to apply new and efficient methods of working to your business
o Explore digital resources for your business, from finance to marketing to productivity
The event will take place on zoom. Please register via Eventbrite and a zoom link and password will be sent to you before the event by email.
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Wednesday 20th April at 9 am.
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.

Excelerate Women - Greater Manchester Business Growth Programme
2022-04-25 10:00 - 2022-04-30 11:30
Fully funded online scale up coaching programme for Greater Manchester women in business and their teams to springboard business growth

*Please note this is a funded programme, so ensure you meet the eligibility criteria detailed below before booking*

About Excelerate Women
Excelerate Women is a fully funded online scale up programme offering coaching for Greater Manchester women business leaders and their teams to springboard business growth.

Are you a woman leading a business or non-profit organisation in Greater Manchester?
Would you like support to strategise in order to grow?
Would you and your wider team benefit from expert business growth coaching?

We invite you to join our Excelerate Women programme and benefit from weekly sessions led by business growth experts. The programme is delivered over 6 weeks through a combination of group mentoring, 1:1 coaching and advice and access to additional free training between sessions choosing modules that suit your business needs. During the sessions you will meet other like-minded women business leaders and leave with a plan to fast track your business or organisation moving forward.

What to expect
Your journey starts here!
The Excelerate Women coaching system has been created with results in mind, both results in confidence for you as a leader and results in numbers (tangible return on investment). Early on we will set you up with our action calendar, so before the 6 weeks are up, you will have already seen a return on your time.
We understand that for women in business sometimes time commitment is a stretch, or there may be others within your organisation who you would prefer to benefit from specific elements of the programme. All we ask from you is that you commit to signing up, being involved in leading the strategy elements of the programme, but if you would prefer to nominate a team member to pick up different modules or meetings then just let us know along the way.

Programme Outline
Join in these core coaching sessions:
Session 1 – Monday 25th April – Deep Dive
Live on zoom work with our advisors to really shine a microscope on your business. Evaluating effectiveness across the board and identifying areas for growth to start to build strategy action points.
Session 2 – Growth Goals & Mindset (2 hours – time TBC)
Book a 1:1 slot with our mentor. We will help you understand the importance of goals and setting them for your business. It’s not just a case of writing goals down, its deciding whats important for the business, and going for them. Sometimes, as entrepreneurs, you will see new opportunities, but by deciding what would make a good month, quarter or year now and sticking to it, we won’t find ourselves getting distracted.
Session 3- Action Calendar (2 hours – time TBC)
Once we have our goals and know where we are heading, we will introduce you to our Action Calendar Tool. It will help you build in the activity that’s going to get you to where you need to be. This session will be a group mentoring session where you will be able to discuss your action plan with other women in business, guided by our enterprise expert.
Session 4 – Supercharge Your Socials (flexible learning in your own time)
We will give your and your team access to flexible learning resources to access at a time that suits you over the coming days including:
– SEO MADE SIMPLE – Understanding core Search Engine Optimisation principles to maximise your website or web presence
-FINESSE YOUR FACEBOOK – Taking Facebook further
– TWITTER – 3 module from starter to Twitter Ninja level
– MAXIMISE YOUR LINKEDIN – using LinkedIn effectively
– I CAN INSTAGRAM – Understanding how to use Instagram effectively
– DEVELOPING CREATIVE CONTENT – Cross platform content planning
– KEEPING CONNECTED DURING A PANDEMIC – Content marketing and PR techniques
Session 5 – Excelerate Your Brand 1pm-3.30pm
Working as a group your programme leader will show you how to audit your website f, highlight any opportunities and identify ways you can increase traffic to your website. We will also have a look at your competitors and show you what they are doing and touch on SEO which we will be working on further over the weekend.
We will work with your coach to look at how to increase your social media presence, set social media targets, understand how to analyse your data and boost your ROI. and will be introduced to the online training resources that will be available to you over the next few days
Session 6 – Final Strategy
Together we will take all of our actions, goals and learning over the past week and create a strategy together to grow your business over the coming months. We can schedule quarterly catch up sessions from here to keep you on track and get you to the next level.
Alongside the core mentoring sessions which are a mixture of 1:1 and group working you and your team will be given access to online training to complete in your own time that will further enhance your skills in strategy planning and marketing. If there are additional growth areas you would like to explore we have the flexibility to look at these with you in our 1:1 sessions.

Eligibility
This programme is open to women running a business (profit making or social enterprise) registered in Greater Manchester. The business must be currently sustaining (not in crisis, or yet to make an income), ready to explore growth and have a business to business focus (for example a social enterprise who contracts with a local authority, or a small business who offers services to other businesses).
This project is part funded by European Regional Development Fund so you will be asked to complete registration documents to confirm your eligibility and will be asked to supply evidence of participation in the programme.

Branding your Business
2022-04-26 10:30 - 12:30
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
This course is open to Women in the Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester, and booking is essential.
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 19th April at 9am.

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.

Time Management for Business
2022-04-26 11:00 - 12:00
This session aims to develop your knowledge of managing time effectively.

About this training
This session aims to develop your knowledge of managing time effectively, helping you to work smarter not harder and take back control of your time.
You will review how you are managing your time, find your pinch points, know what and how to prioritise, learn how to manage your workload, and take away some useful strategies so that you stay in control.
Eligibility
This programme is open to Women & Men 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

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 Friday 22nd April at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

WoConnect Social - Pizza & Prosecco
2022-04-27 17:00 - 19:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
WoConnect social brings you Pizza & Prosecco night, come along and enjoy networking with like-minded women running their own businesses.

Come along to our WoConnect social event to find out what we have planned for the rest of 2022, how you can join WOConnect if you are already not a member, and enjoy some FREE pizza & Prosecco while networking with like-minded women!
Join us on Wednesday 27th April from 5 pm – 7 pm at 54 St James Street, L1 0AB
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.

Presenting On Zoom - Level 3
2022-04-28 10:00 - 2022-05-12 12:00
This three week accredited training programme will tell you everything you need to know about delivering events via Zoom!

Do you want to be a whizz on Zoom?
Introducing this new accredited training, funded through the European Social Fund, where you will complete one unit of a Level 3 qualification!
About this training
These sessions will tell you everything you need to know from setting up and promoting online events, to expert delivery tips through to designing evaluations.
You will be able to keep participants engaged, share a screen with ease, manage a breakout room, adapt your resources to writeable pdfs. You name it… this course has it!
This course will demonstrate the different techniques and activities and give you the chance to practise them yourself.
In the final session, you will have the opportunity to do a short presentation that will showcase your new skills and boost your confidence.
The training will take place online via Zoom in 3 sessions, Thursday 28th April, Thursday 5th May & Thursday 12th May, 10.00 am – 12 pm.
BOOKINGS CLOSE FRIDAY 22ND APRIL.
Eligibility
This programme is open to WOMEN & MEN living 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
National Insurance number/ letter from HMRC
Birth or adoption certificate

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

Are You Ready to Start a Business?
2022-04-28 14:30 - 15:30
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

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 March at 9am.
Questions? Contact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111

Retail Peer Networking Event
2022-04-29 10:30 - 12:00 | The Women’s Organisation, 54 St James St, Liverpool, L1 0AB, Liverpool, L1 0AB, GB
This peer networking session will give you the chance to hear from industry experts, who will offer advice, support, and inspiration.

Are you looking to set up a business in retail, or do you have your own retail business, and you need some help with your next steps?

This peer session will give you the chance to hear from industry experts, who will offer advice, support, and inspiration to push your business.
You will hear from guest speaker Jade Parkinson-Hill, the Ed-Tech Entrepreneur who is one step ahead of the trends, and will be sharing insight into the new way to sell online and how to grow your eCommerce through Live Shopping. You will also have the opportunity to network with like-minded businesses in your sector to share experiences and best practices with them.

This networking session will take place in person at 54 St. James Street, L1 0AB on Friday 29th April from 10: 30 am-12 pm
Please note, tickets for this event will close on Friday 22nd 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.

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

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

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).

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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
