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SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub presents: Gear Up to Grow
DESCRIPTION:This event will cover the support that is available across the Liverpool City Region to help successfully grow your business\n\n\n\n\nHas lockdown had an impact on your business operations?\nDo you need support to take your business to the next level?\n\nIn our Gear Up to Grow event\, you will hear from the brightest business minds in the region\, who have all been managing their own small business through lockdown. From their own entrepreneurial journey\, they’ll be sharing advice to help businesses transition into the “new normal” \nThis session will help you think about the steps you will need to take  to grow your business in the face of COVID19.  \n•	Do you have a business registered within the Liverpool City Region? \n•	Is your business under 42 months old? \nThen this event is for you! Following the event\, you may also be eligible to access support through Enterprise Hub.  \nJayne Moore – Managing Director at Jayne Moore Media \nPaula Stock – Operations Director at ADHD Foundation \nRebecca Wild – Managing director of Constellations \nJo Austin – Marketing Manager at The Women’s Organisation  \nThe 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. \nIf you have registered a business in the Liverpool City Region within the last 42 months\, you could have access to funded growth support. Get in touch on enterprisehub@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8113
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-presents-gear-up-to-grow/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200630T100000
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 30th June via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200629T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200630T120000
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SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub Skills: Stepping into Management
DESCRIPTION:This training is perfect for those who are thinking about developing themselves to take the next steps in their career.\n\n\n\n•	Are you ready to take the next step in your career?\n \n•	Want to develop yourself to take on a leadership or management role?\n \nThis 2-session leadership and management course is designed for women who want to build\, develop their skills\, and take the next step in their career. This programme enables a practical and bespoke approach for the development of leadership and management in your career.\n \nThe two sessions will cover:\n \n•	Introduction to leadership and management\n \n•	Managing yourself\n \n•	Managing others\n \nThis training is perfect for those who are thinking about developing themselves to take the next steps in their career.\n \nThis 2-day training will be taking place Monday 29th June 10:30-12:00\, with the second day taking place Tuesday 30th June\, 10:30-12:00.\n \nThis programme is open to WOMEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens or Halton).  To reserve your place on the course you will be asked to:\n \n•	Complete a registration form\n \n•	Provide proof (photo or scan) of your eligibility to work in the UK (passport\, birth certificate of NI Card for example)\n \nOne of our team will contact you upon booking for proof of right to work and to complete an Individual Learning Plan with you ahead of the session so we understand what you would like to get out of the training\, and collect the above from you.\n \nOnce we have received this from you\, we will send you the link for joining the session.\n \nIf you would like to speak to us\, and find out more about this course\, you can email us on enterprisehub@thewo.org.uk\n \nEnterprise Hub Skills is a programme of entrepreneurial training\, learning and development focused on Liverpool City Region residents who are thinking about starting their own business\, who are self-employed\, working or volunteering within or running small businesses\, aged 18 to retirement age. Enterprise Hub Skills is part-funded by ESF Priority Access 2: Skills for Growth (2.1 Equal Access to Adult Learning).
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-skills-stepping-into-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200626T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200626T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Bricks & Clicks: Sustainable Sales Beyond Lockdown
DESCRIPTION:Supporting retailers to maximise sales online and on the high-street as lockdown lifts\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to retail\, Vicky Powell is an expert in developing sales strategies.  \nWhether you sell your product online or from a shop\, the pandemic has shifted the way we do business and forced us to explore new avenues to create sales. As the high-street doors begin to open and more customers move online\, Vicky is helping business-owners and retailers adapt to the ‘new normal’. \nThis event will help you understand how to reconnect with former customers\, discover new ones and maximise your sales\, laying the foundation for your business to sustain AND thrive during this period of uncertainty.  \nVicky Powell:  \nVicky is a retail coach and helps small\, independent retailers – selling online and in shops\, to sell more stock\, find new customers and thrive despite a very challenge retail climate. She has 25 years retail experience having worked in Buying\, for big retail brands in UK\, including Home Bargains\, Matalan\, Liverpool Football Club & the BBC.  \nAlongside working with independent clicks and bricks retailers\, Vicky also has her own small retail business and has grown that to a six-figure business in less than a year. She understands the “juggle” and the multi-tasking a small retailer has to do\, because she too does that in her retail business.  \nShe is passionate about all things retail\, saving the high street and supporting small retailers\, teaching them everything she knows to help them sell stock\, become profitable and make their business a career rather than a hobby.  \nShe has been featured in Forbes magazine\, spoken at Womanifest & NEC Spring Fair and featured on TV; Channel 4 “Supershoppers”.  \n*This event is a Zoom webinar. We will email you a viewing link and password to access approximately one hour before the event starts.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/bricks-clicks-sustainable-sales-beyond-lockdown/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200625T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Rapid Recovery: Business Resilience Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Q&A with panel of business experts offering advice and tips to help you move from crisis to recovery.\n\n\n\nLIVE Q&A supporting businesses to recover from the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic and manage a smooth transition back to the workplace. \nWhatever your business query\, our panel of experts will support you with advice and tips. \n\nHealth & safety\nReturning to premises\nAccessing finance\nStarting / growing a business\nExpanding to e-commerce\n\nPANEL:  \nGary Millar – Deputy Mayor of Liverpool City Council \nAli McGrath – The Women’s Organisation \nNatalie Hughes – NatWest Business \n& hosted by\, Jacqueline Daley – The Women’s Organisation \nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum. \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation\, and well-being.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-recovery-business-resilience-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200623T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Kickstarter Manchester: The 7 Day Start Up Challenge
DESCRIPTION:A seven day crash course in getting your business off the ground.  For greater Manchester residents looking to start a business\n\n\n\nHave you got a business idea that you’ve been dreaming of testing out?  Looking for a way to create a job for yourself through self-employment? \nJoin our FULLY FUNDED Kickstarter Manchester and soak in our expert advice and training to see if you can get your business off and running following our 7 day start-up challenge. \n \nHow will it work? \nDay 1  \nMorning –  LAUNCHPAD 11am-12pm \nWelcome and Introduction. Live on zoom\, meet your expert mentors\, set some 7\n day targets\, network with other Greater Manchester\n residents looking to start a business \nAfternoon – SET YOUR STRATEGY \nLed by business growth expert\, use business strategy\n tools to set out your business vision and goals. Take part in this activity at a time that suits you. \nDay 2 – SUPERCHARGED SOCIALS \nLet’s Get Social 😊 Two stage Twitter course. From the Do’s & Don’ts to winning business on Twitter and harnessing it as a tool for PR. Join in at a time that suits you. \nDay 3 – FINESSE YOUR FACEBOOK  \nAre you confident you would know how to build your audience on facebook ? We will show how to beat their algorithms in everything from set up a to how to generate enquiries for free! Flexible learning time.  \nDay 4 – I CAN INSTAGRAM \nInstagram is fast becoming a tool businesses can’t ignore. But how do businesses stand out and ensure they are reaching their client base? Join this expert session to find out at a time convenient to you! \nDay 5 – SAFEGUARD YOUR STRATEGY \nStrategy Planning – Every business needs a plan to get ahead.  A fancy marketing plan is great\, but what underpins your model to ensure it survives and thrives?  Join this session to find out. \nDay 6 – SEO MADE SIMPLE  \nWhether using a website or web presence how do you get your business found online?  Unpick the mysteries of Google with our expert.  \nDay 7 – MENTOR ME 11am-12pm \nFinal group mentoring session to re-cap learning\, including and expert Q & A\, let’s celebrate our completing the programme and get your questions answered. \nThe programme is part of the Excelerate Labs programme and is open to anyone living in the Greater Manchester area who is employed\, unemployed or economically inactive and considering starting a business. \n \n*This training is only available to residents living in Greater Manchester who are NOT already self-employed* \n \nBooking is essential. \n \nIf you would like to speak to us\, and find out more about this course\, you can email us on hello@thewo.org.uk or ring us on 0161 327 0967
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/kickstarter-manchester-the-7-day-start-up-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T094313Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 23rd June via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200617T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200617T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200606T104026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T154438Z
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SUMMARY:Launchpad: Starting a Business During a Pandemic (Start-up Conference)
DESCRIPTION:Our Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of starting your own business\n\n\n\n\nAre you thinking of starting a business but wondering if it is possible in the current climate?\nAre you looking for ways to build a new income for yourself and exploring self-employment as an option?\nDo you have business ideas you’ve never yet looked into but think now could be the time to explore?\n\nOur Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of getting started as well as connecting you with entrepreneurs who have been there\, done it and even re-adapted in the face of Covid 19. \nLed by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our Enterprise Hub programme\, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region thinking of starting a business.   \nBook your free ticket now to join us and our panel:  \nHelen Clarke – Helen Clarke Autism \nHelen established ‘Helen Clarke Autism\,’ an autism training and consultancy service\, to provide training and support to schools\, organisations\, charities and families\, having spent 20 happy years working with autistic children as a teacher.  \nShe is the founder of ‘Spectacular Girls Well-being Workshops for Autistic Girls’ and works to ensure that the needs of autistic girls and women are better understood. Helen has a Masters’ degree in Education\, the NaSENCo award and a BA in Illustration. She has spoken at local and national autism events\, has had articles published by The Chartered College of Teaching and AuKids magazine and works to support autistic children locally and nationally. During lockdown\, Helen has been writing a book to help others to understand the issues and inequalities that autistic girls face and how we can empower this group of young people based on her workshops and is mum to four children aged between 3-20.  \n\nMarie Hall – Empowerment House  \nMarie Hall is the founder of EMPOWERMENT HOUSE\, which is a business dedicated and committed to the empowerment of females. This would have normally happened through delivery of the programme\, over a number of weeks to a cohort of women and also through networking events.\n \nWhen COVID hit\, EMPOWERMENT HOUSE had to pivot entirely to become an online business. What started as potentially the end of EMPOWERMENT HOUSE has been turned into it’s next chapter. It’s about empowerment.\n \nThe 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. \nEnterprise Hub support is available to individuals looking to start a business within the Liverpool City Region\, or businesses under 42 months looking to grow in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/launchpad-starting-a-business-during-a-pandemic-start-up-conference-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200617T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub Skills: Managing in a Crisis – Be Resilient
DESCRIPTION:This course is perfect for those running a business or working in a business finding it difficult and stressful  to manage\n\n\n\n\nAre you running a business\, working\, or furloughed and interested in building your resilience? \nDo you want to learn how to better manage stressful and difficult times?\n\nThis 2-session training will look at what it means to be resilient\, offering you practical tips to strengthen your personal resilience\, business resilience\, and other areas of your life that have been impacted.  \nThis session will help you to:  \n\nRecognise the qualities of a resilient person \nIdentify which of these qualities you have already \nWork on developing the additional qualities you need\nImplement strategies to boost and maintain your resilience\n\nThis training is perfect for those who are running a business or working in a business in the Liverpool City Region who are finding it difficult and more stressful to manage. \nThis 2-day training will be taking place Wednesday 17th June 10:30-12:00\, with the second day taking place Wednesday 24th June\, 10:30-12:00. \nThis programme is open to WOMEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens or Halton).  To reserve your place on the course you will be asked to: \n•	Complete a registration form \n•	Provide proof (photo or scan) of your eligibility to work in the UK (passport\, birth certificate of NI Card for example) \nOne of our team will contact you upon booking for proof of right to work and to complete an Individual Learning Plan with you ahead of the session so we understand what you would like to get out of the training\, and collect the above from you. \nOnce we have received this from you\, we will send you the link for joining the session. \nIf you would like to speak to us\, and find out more about this course\, you can email us on enterprisehub@thewo.org.uk \nEnterprise Hub Skills is a programme of entrepreneurial training\, learning and development focused on Liverpool City Region residents who are thinking about starting their own business\, who are self-employed\, working or volunteering within or running small businesses\, aged 18 to retirement age. Enterprise Hub Skills is part-funded by ESF Priority Access 2: Skills for Growth (2.1 Equal Access to Adult Learning).
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-skills-managing-in-a-crisis-be-resilient-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200616T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200616T121500
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SUMMARY:Beyond Lockdown - Building Equal Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:Building Equal Workplaces will consider how you can promote inclusiveness and create a culture of diversity in your organisation.\n\n\n\nAs lockdown begins to lift and preparations are put in place to return to our workplaces\, it’s time to reimagine business as we know it and to build back better. \nThere has never been a greater awareness on and discussion around racial inequality\, and it is clear there is a lot of work to be done – particularly in business. \nWe all have a role to play in building a more fair\, equal and just world. This event will challenge attendees to critically examine workplace inequities\, question the norms\, and inspire all to take action in the creation of a more inclusive system. \nPanel: \nDominique Walker – Independent Merseyside Police BAME committee member\, Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University\, Vice Chair of the Anthony Walker Foundation & a Founder of The Goddess Project \nMichelle Charters – Chief Executive Officer of Kuumba Imani Centre \n& Hosted by Cynthia Ajayi – The Women’s Organisation \nEvent is taking place on Tuesday 16th June at 11am. \nThis is an online webinar hosted on Zoom. Prior to the event\, we will email you a link and a password to enter.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/beyond-lockdown-building-equal-workplaces/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T154438Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 16th June via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200611T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200611T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200529T145521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T155413Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Lockdown - Adjusting to 'The New Normal'
DESCRIPTION:As lockdown begins to lift\, we’re supporting you to cope mentally with the stress that can accompany transition\n\n\n\nWe have all navigated through significant changes in the past few months\, and the world is a very different place to the one it was.  \nAs lockdown begins to lift\, we’re helping business-owners and employees adjust to ‘the new normal’. \nThis event will provide practical plans and tips on how to manage your transition back to the workplace\, build resilience and promote good mental health and well-being beyond the pandemic. \nPanel: \nAlison Blackler – Founder of 2minds & Published Author of A Path Travelled \nKimberley Robinson – Founder of Keep Real UK \nShazney Spence – Lifestyle\, Mindset & Success Coach \nRapid Response: \nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum. \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including: accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation and well-being. \nThis is an online webinar hosted on Zoom. On the morning of the event we will email you a link and a password to enter the event.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/beyond-lockdown-adjusting-to-the-new-normal/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200611T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Change It - Progress to Success
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week free programme is open to all women in the Liverpool City Region\,  who would like to take steps towards changing their lives.\n\n\n\nThis 6-week free programme is open to all women who would like to take steps towards changing their lives by building a more positive outlook at home\, for work or in their relationships. \nStarts: Thursday 11th June  and runs each following 5 Wednesday’s  10:30 am-12 pm via Zoom. \nWhat is Change It? \nThis programme will give you an insight into the workings of your mind and provide you with the tools you need to break those negative thinking habits. \nWhat will be covered in the programme? \n \n• Positive Thinking & Learning About Yourself \n• How to Become a More Assertive You \n• Managing Change \n• How to become more Motivated and Confident \n• Building an Effective Future Toolkit \n• Understanding How to Get the Job or Opportunities that You Want \n \nProgress to Success programme leaders will also help you to: \n• Identify areas where extra support would be useful \n• Develop an action plan \n• Work in a group to build new skills \n• Identify key local services that would be beneficial to you \n \nFor more information or to book a place on this course\, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk \nYou can also check out our blog\, which has case studies about our graduates of the programme \n \nhttps://thewomensorganisation.blogspot.com/search/label/Progress%20To%20Success \n \nPlease note; There are only 10 places available and can be reserved via eventbrite
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/change-it-progress-to-success-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200610T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:Change It - Progress to Success
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week free programme is open to all women in the Liverpool City Region\,  who would like to take steps towards changing their lives.\n\n\n\nThis 6-week free programme is open to all women who would like to take steps towards changing their lives by building a more positive outlook at home\, for work or in their relationships.\n \nStarts: Wednesday 10th June  and runs each following 5 Wednesday’s  10:30 am-12 pm via Zoom. \n \nWhat is Change It?\n \nThis programme will give you an insight into the workings of your mind and provide you with the tools you need to break those negative thinking habits.\n \nWhat will be covered in the programme?\n \n \n• Positive Thinking & Learning About Yourself\n \n• How to Become a More Assertive You\n \n• Managing Change\n \n• How to become more Motivated and Confident\n \n• Building an Effective Future Toolkit\n \n• Understanding How to Get the Job or Opportunities that You Want\n \n \nProgress to Success programme leaders will also help you to:\n \n• Identify areas where extra support would be useful\n \n• Develop an action plan\n \n• Work in a group to build new skills\n \n• Identify key local services that would be beneficial to you\n \n \nFor more information or to book a place on this course\, please contact our engagement team on 0151 706 8111 or email hello@thewo.org.uk\n \nYou can also check out our blog\, which has case studies about our graduates of the programme\n \n \nhttps://thewomensorganisation.blogspot.com/search/label/Progress%20To%20Success\n \n \nPlease note; There are only 10 places available and can be reserved via eventbrite
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/change-it-progress-to-success/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
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SUMMARY:MY TURN - Confidence Building (54 St James Street)
DESCRIPTION:Teaming up with Citizens Advice and RAISE\, My Turn is a programme of support designed to help unemployed men and women in the Liverpool City Region focus on building a brighter future. The programme will support particpants to improve their confidence whilst exploring ways to gain a positive mindset.  \nMy Turn will be taking place at 54 St James Street running from 10am – 3pm  \nOver the session\, you will cover: \n\nLooking at your thought processes\, feelings and behaviours\nIdentifying personal visions to help in your relationships\nPositive thinking\nWhat is confidence and how to improve yours\nHow to build your self-motivation\nTechniques to tackle problem solving\n\n \nPlease note that there are wider dates across all areas and participants can attend any of these. If the event is sold out\, please give us a call to discuss alternative dates in your area. \nFor bookings or queries please don’t hesitate to contact our team via 0151 706 8111 or hello@thewo.org.uk \n \n\nParticipants can progress their next steps with the ongoing support of a key worker. The key workers on this programme are experts in financial capability and can provide a tailored service depending on the individual needs. \nThis programme is part of the Better Off Finance Programme and is open to anyone who is 18+\, unemployed living in the Liverpool City Region.  (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Wirral\, St Helens\, Halton\, Knowsley) \nThis project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/my-turn-confidence-building-54-st-james-street/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, L1 0ab\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Personal Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200603T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200603T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200520T104405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200606T104023Z
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SUMMARY:Launchpad: Starting a Business During a Pandemic (Start-up Conference)
DESCRIPTION:Our Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of starting your own business\n\n\n\n\nAre you thinking of starting a business but wondering if it is possible in the current climate?\nAre you looking for ways to build a new income for yourself and exploring self-employment as an option?\nDo you have business ideas you’ve never yet looked into but think now could be the time to explore?\n\nOur Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of getting started as well as connecting you with entrepreneurs who have been there\, done it and even re-adapted in the face of Covid 19. \nLed by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our Enterprise Hub programme\, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region thinking of starting a business.   \nBook your free ticket now to join us and our panel:  \nYan Miao – Business Adviser at The Women’s Organisation  \nGeorgia Morgan & Jade Morgan – Propel PR  \nPropel PR is a multi-service PR and Communications agency owned and run by sisters Georgia and Jade Morgan. Having decided to leave behind their previous careers – Georgia in another PR agency and Jade in Fashion Buying and Marketing – the duo set about creating their business in March 2019\, and building it up to work with some of Liverpool’s most renowned hospitality groups\, business people and fashion and beauty brands. \nMikaela King – The Unwaste  \nHaving worked across Marketing\, Finance and Technology for a major online digital retailer for over 20 years\, Mikaela found herself at a career junction in November 2019. Whilst taking some time out to explore what a different career path could look like\, she came up with the idea of a milkman equivalent for household liquids. The Unwaste offers a bottle return and refill service to reduce plastic waste\, uses products that are biodegradable\, vegan and cruelty free and is on a mission to make greener living easier. \nNicky Leighton – Little Light Stitchery \nThe 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. \nEnterprise Hub support is available to individuals looking to start a business within the Liverpool City Region\, or businesses under 42 months looking to grow in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/launchpad-starting-a-business-during-a-pandemic-start-up-conference-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200603T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200520T104404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200606T104023Z
UID:1719-1591180200-1591272000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy
DESCRIPTION:** In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak we have now redesigned our services to operate on a virtual basis and all upcoming training courses will be delivered via group video links. To book a place on this course\, please email us via hello@thewo.org.uk ** \nEnterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy \nLearn about the different social media tools that are available for your business. Blogging\, Twitter\, Facebook and LinkedIn – Which platform is best for your business? \nAbout the event \nThis informative 2-part online course will guide you through the different platforms\, explore time saving techniques and look at a Social Media marketing strategy to market your business in a cost effective and efficient way. \nThis course will help you to firmly establish your brand online and by the end of the day you will have been shown tools to create an online presence at no cost. \nPlease note that due to changes in funding\, the criteria and prices for all courses at The Women’s Organisation are subject to change. \nThis course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside\, and booking is essential. It will take place online in 2 parts\, on Wednesday 3rd June and Thursday 4th June\, 10.30am – 12.00pm. \nContact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-presents-building-a-social-media-strategy-6/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, Merseyside\, L1 0AB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200602T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200523T153544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200606T104022Z
UID:1772-1591092000-1591113600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 2nd of June via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200528T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200528T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200517T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T145517Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid Recovery – Returning to a Better Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Q&A with panel of business experts offering advice and tips on returning safely to your office environment.\n\n\n\nLIVE Q&A on managing a smooth transition back to the workplace\, helping you to:  \n\nMinimise risks in your working environment\nBuild confidence in your team\nAdapt your strategy\n\nPANEL: \nGary Millar – Deputy Mayor of Liverpool City Council \nLorraine Brophy – HR Integrated Solutions \nAli McGrath – The Women’s Organisation \nAlexandra Warner –  LCS Health & Safety Solutions Ltd \n& hosted by\, Jacqueline Daley – The Women’s Organisation \nRapid Response: \nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum.  \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including: accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation and well-being. \nThis is an online webinar hosted on Zoom. On the morning of the event we will email you a link and a password to enter the event.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-recovery-returning-to-a-better-workplace/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200528T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200520T104403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200606T104023Z
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SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub Skills: Managing in a Crisis – Be Resilient
DESCRIPTION:This course is perfect for those running a business or working in a business finding it difficult and stressful  to manage\n\n\n\n\nAre you running a business\, working\, or furloughed and interested in building your resilience? \nDo you want to learn how to better manage stressful and difficult times?\n\nThis 2-session training will look at what it means to be resilient\, offering you practical tips to strengthen your personal resilience\, business resilience\, and other areas of your life that have been impacted.  \nThis session will help you to:  \n\nRecognise the qualities of a resilient person \nIdentify which of these qualities you have already \nWork on developing the additional qualities you need\nImplement strategies to boost and maintain your resilience\n\nThis training is perfect for those who are running a business or working in a business in the Liverpool City Region who are finding it difficult and more stressful to manage. \nThis 2-day training will be taking place Thursday 28th May 10:30-12:00\, with the second day taking place Thursday 4th June\, 10:30-12:00. \nThis programme is open to WOMEN living in the LIVERPOOL CITY REGION (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Knowsley\, Wirral\, St Helens or Halton).  To reserve your place on the course you will be asked to: \n•	Complete a registration form \n•	Provide proof (photo or scan) of your eligibility to work in the UK (passport\, birth certificate of NI Card for example) \nOne of our team will contact you upon booking for proof of right to work and to complete an Individual Learning Plan with you ahead of the session so we understand what you would like to get out of the training\, and collect the above from you. \nOnce we have received this from you\, we will send you the link for joining the session. \nIf you would like to speak to us\, and find out more about this course\, you can email us on enterprisehub@thewo.org.uk \nEnterprise Hub Skills is a programme of entrepreneurial training\, learning and development focused on Liverpool City Region residents who are thinking about starting their own business\, who are self-employed\, working or volunteering within or running small businesses\, aged 18 to retirement age. Enterprise Hub Skills is part-funded by ESF Priority Access 2: Skills for Growth (2.1 Equal Access to Adult Learning).
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-skills-managing-in-a-crisis-be-resilient/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200527T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200527T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200517T152638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T145516Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: Reacting & Adapting During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Meet the women who’s businesses have survived and thrived during the coronavirus pandemic.\n\n\n\nThe pandemic has radically changed the way we do business. Business-owners have had to react and adapt quickly and creatively\, working more flexibly and taking services online to meet their customers needs.  \nWe speak to the women who’s health\, fitness and well-being businesses are flourishing during this time to understand their transition. Find out what worked for them and what business practices they will carry into the post-lockdown world. \nOur Panel: \nRosie Whittington – Founder of Me2U Centre \nMegan Halewood – Founder of Megan Marcelle Yoga & Retreats \nCynthia Ajayi – The Women’s Organisation \nLaura Kilgannon – Founder of Therapy Box \nLauren Caffrey – The Zone PT \nRapid Response: \nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum.  \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including: accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation and well-being. \nThis is an online webinar hosted on Zoom. On the morning of the event we will email you a link and a password to enter the event.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-reacting-adapting-during-a-pandemic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200514T125707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T145516Z
UID:1682-1590490800-1590495300@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rapid Response – SEO to Stop Google Forgetting You
DESCRIPTION:An expert led session on using SEO to effectively grow your brand by climbing the ranks on Google.\n\n\n\nJo Austin\, Marketing Manager at The Women’s Organisation\, will share her tips and tricks on improving your SEO to ensure your brand gets noticed by Google. This session will cover:    \n\nUnderstanding SEO & how you can use it effectively to grow your brand\nOn page and off page SEO techniques\nSearch engine algorithms (what are they wanting from your website?)\nKeyword research to drive organic search traffic\nCreating webpages that work for search engines AND your customer\n\nWhilst we spend more time at home\, ensure that your business remains visible.  \nJo Austin MCIM has over 10-years’ experience in marketing and has supported SME’s\, large corporates\, government officials and third sector organisations to improve their marketing and campaign strategy. Jo currently oversees the marketing for 12 projects including Liverpool-based charity The Women’s Organisation\, which\, during the pandemic\, has been covered by local and national press and has a monthly Twitter reach of 3 million.  \nRapid Response: \nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum.  \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including: accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation and well-being. \nThis is an online webinar hosted on Zoom. On the morning of the event we will email you a link and a password to enter the event.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-seo-to-stop-google-forgetting-you/
CATEGORIES:Business Training,Other Events,WoConnect
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200517T152637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T145516Z
UID:1702-1590487200-1590508800@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 26th of May via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200514T125706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200517T152637Z
UID:1680-1589882400-1589904000@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 19th of May via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Business Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200514T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200503T103020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200517T152636Z
UID:1592-1589454000-1589459400@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Launchpad: Starting a Business During a Pandemic (Start-up Conference)
DESCRIPTION:Our Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of starting your own business\n\n\n\n\nAre you thinking of starting a business but wondering if it is possible in the current climate?\nAre you looking for ways to build a new income for yourself and exploring self-employment as an option?\nDo you have business ideas you’ve never yet looked into but think now could be the time to explore?\n\nOur Launchpad event will help you to understand the practicalities of getting started as well as connecting you with entrepreneurs who have been there\, done it and even re-adapted in the face of Covid 19. \nLed by The Women’s Organisation this event is part of our Enterprise Hub programme\, part funded by European Regional Development Fund and offering FREE advice and guidance to those living in the Liverpool City Region thinking of starting a business.   \nBook your free ticket now to join us and our panel:  \nClaire Quayle – Clairilla \nClairilla work with other small businesses to build their websites\, branding and offer marketing consultancy. Claire has over a decade of experience in the ecommerce and marketing field in fashion and beauty and was supported by The Women’s Organisation to set up her business. \nJasmin Royle –  Karuna Wellbeing \nJasmin is the founder of Karuna Wellbeing. After suspending her studies due to illness\, she decided to pick up a new skill leading her to spend two years working to maintain her massage qualifications. After working in various roles\, she came to The Women’s Organisation to start working on her own vision and opened her business in July 2019.  \nLaura Kilgannon – Language Box Therapy \nLanguage Box is an independent Speech and Language Therapy service providing specialist support to children and young people throughout Merseyside and Wirral aged 2-19 years. Laura has previously worked in a number of NHS trusts in the North West in community-based roles and at a Primary and Secondary School in New York for children with dyslexia and/or language-based difficulties. Whilst working in New York she became passionate about working with this age group specifically\, and more recently managed a service for a complex caseload in a Youth Offending Service. At Language Box the primary aim is to unlock communication potential in every child through fun\, accessible and creative therapy!  \nThe 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. \nEnterprise Hub support is available to individuals looking to start a business within the Liverpool City Region\, or businesses under 42 months looking to grow in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/launchpad-starting-a-business-during-a-pandemic-start-up-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200513T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200424T231608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200517T152637Z
UID:1561-1589365800-1589457600@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Enterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy
DESCRIPTION:** In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak we have now redesigned our services to operate on a virtual basis and all upcoming training courses will be delivered via group video links. To book a place on this course\, please email us via hello@thewo.org.uk ** \nEnterprise Hub Presents: Building a Social Media Strategy \nLearn about the different social media tools that are available for your business. Blogging\, Twitter\, Facebook and LinkedIn – Which platform is best for your business? \nAbout the event \nThis informative 2-part online course will guide you through the different platforms\, explore time saving techniques and look at a Social Media marketing strategy to market your business in a cost effective and efficient way. \nThis course will help you to firmly establish your brand online and by the end of the day you will have been shown tools to create an online presence at no cost. \nPlease note that due to changes in funding\, the criteria and prices for all courses at The Women’s Organisation are subject to change. \nThis course is open to WOMEN in Merseyside\, and booking is essential. It will take place online in 2 parts\, on Wednesday 13th May and Thursday 7th May\, 10.30am – 12.00pm. \nContact The Women’s Organisation on hello@thewo.org.uk or 0151 706 8111
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/enterprise-hub-presents-building-a-social-media-strategy-5/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, 54 St James Street\, Liverpool\, Merseyside\, L1 0AB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200512T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200512T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200503T103018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200514T125705Z
UID:1590-1589281200-1589285700@www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rapid Response – Keeping Customers Connected During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:An expert led session on using marketing to keep connected with your customers during the pandemic.\n\n\n\nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum.  \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including: accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation and well-being. \nWorried about losing touch with your customer base during these uncertain times? \nThrough uncertainty breeds opportunity. As businesses adapt to the new normal\, communicating the right message through the right medium is critical. This session will help you to discover the various ways you can utilise PR and social media to communicate effectively with your customer-base during and beyond the pandemic.  \nWhilst we spend more time at home\, ensure that your business remains visible.  \nJo Austin\, Marketing Manager at The Women’s Organisation\, will share her tips and tricks to amplifying your brand voice and keeping connected\, including:    \n\nEstablishing yourself as an industry expert \nUnderstanding what creative content is working right now \nHow to connect and collaborate with other small businesses \nBuilding your profile through PR \nGetting visual with video\n\nJo Austin MCIM has over 10-years’ experience in marketing and has supported SME’s\, large corporates\, government officials and third sector organisations to improve their marketing and campaign strategy. Jo currently oversees the marketing for 12 projects including Liverpool-based charity The Women’s Organisation\, which\, during the pandemic\, has been covered by local and national press and has a monthly Twitter reach of 3 million.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-keeping-customers-connected-during-a-pandemic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200512T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220759
CREATED:20200503T103017Z
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: 1-2-1 Business Advice Session
DESCRIPTION:1-2-1 consultations with a business adviser to discuss an idea and how to get started.\n\n\n\n\nHave a long-term business idea you want to pursue?\nNoticed a gap in the market during this time and think you can fill it?\nHave a hobby you want to turn into a business?\n\nOur team of advisors are available for 1 hour slots to talk through your idea and help you get started.  \nBook yours instantly for Tuesday 12th of May via EventBrite\, or email us on hello@thewo.org.uk for another date.  \nAvailable for women living in the Liverpool City Region.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-1-2-1-business-advice-session-3/
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SUMMARY:MY TURN - Confidence Building (Knowsley)
DESCRIPTION:Teaming up with Citizens Advice and RAISE\, My Turn is a programme of support designed to help unemployed men and women in the Liverpool City Region focus on building a brighter future. The programme will support particpants to improve their confidence whilst exploring ways to gain a positive mindset.  \nMy Turn will be taking place at Southmead Children’s Centre running from 9:30am – 2:30pm \nOver the two sessions\, you will cover: \n\nLooking at your thought processes\, feelings and behaviours\nIdentifying personal visions to help in your relationships\nPositive thinking\nWhat is confidence and how to improve yours\nHow to build your self-motivation\nTechniques to tackle problem solving\n\n \nPlease note that there are wider dates across all areas and participants can attend any of these. If the event is sold out\, please give us a call to discuss alternative dates in your area. \nFor bookings or queries please don’t hesitate to contact our team via 0151 706 8111 or hello@thewo.org.uk \n \n\nIn addition to the two day programme\, participants can progress their next steps with the ongoing support of a key worker. The key workers on this programme are experts in financial capability and can provide a tailored service depending on the individual needs. \nThis programme is part of the Better Off Finance Programme and is open to anyone who is 18+\, unemployed living in the Liverpool City Region.  (Liverpool\, Sefton\, Wirral\, St Helens\, Halton\, Knowsley) \nThis project is funded by the European Social Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/my-turn-confidence-building-knowsley-2/
LOCATION:Southmead Children’s Centre\, Sherwood Drive\, Whiston\, Knowsley\, England\, L35 3XZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Personal Development
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SUMMARY:Rapid Response: Business Resilience Clinic - Finance & Legal Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Q&A to help businesses financially & legally navigate their business through the impacts of COVID-19\n\n\n\nTo support business-owners during the coronavirus pandemic\, The Women’s Organisation has launched #RapidResponse – a series of webinars supporting you to survive\, capitalise on opportunities and maintain momentum. \nHear from industry leaders and thought experts over the coming weeks covering a range of topics\, including accessing finance\, promotion and marketing\, innovation\, and well-being. \nAs many businesses begin to adopt new ways of working during the COVID-19 outbreak\, financial and legal issues might be hindering small businesses from growing and sustaining.  \nIn this live Q&A session\, we will be speaking to finance and legal experts to help you get practical tips and advice on moving your business forward during COVID-19.\n \nThis Q&A will cover:\n \n\nApproaches to securing additional financial support from current and new funders\n\nSteps to take to ensure a surviving and viable business\n\nPractical advice on the legal impacts of Coronavirus on your business\n\n\nWe will be joined by Sue Chambers (MSIF)\, Jennifer Gallagher (Freeths) & Ali McGrath (The Women’s Organisation)\n \nSue Chambers is an Investment Manager for Liverpool-based SME finance provider\, MSIF. She has a wealth of experience supporting businesses with their funding needs as well as providing practical business advice. Sue operates across the North West and has a passion for supporting\, and mentoring\, women in business. \nDirector at commercial law firm Freeths\, Jennifer specialises in all aspects of corporate law\, including merges and acquisitions (ranging from large multinational companies listed on various stock exchanges to SMEs) and private equity (acting for investors\, founding shareholders and management teams).  \nAli has been an Enterprise Enabler working with The Women’s Organisation for over 12 years to support women in Merseyside and Greater Manchester to start and grow their business enterprise. Coming from a banking background with over 20 years in supporting businesses with finance\, Ali specialises in supporting businesses to assess investment readiness and link with banking services and growth finance.  Ali also work with businesses to assess capacity\, growth strategy\, capcity planning and team motivation. An all round keen eye for entrepreneurial opportunity.  \nThursday 7th May\, 11am – 12:00pm. \nThe event will take place on zoom. Please register via Eventbrite and a zoom link will be sent to you before the event by email.
URL:https://www.thewomensorganisation.org.uk/event/rapid-response-business-resilience-clinic-finance-legal-qa/
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