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Staff and business development through higher education
Higher education training opportunities can help develop your employees and grow your business
Vocational qualifications
How vocational qualifications can help you develop the skills your employees need to perform particular jobs or roles
Communicate your business strategy and gain employee buy in
Build and communicate a business story to explain your background and business strategy, and how to get your employees to champion it
Lead and motivate your staff
Inspire and motivate your staff to improve your chances of business success
Using the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) to move goods
Understanding the New Computerised Transit System and how to use it in your business
Best practice when playing gigs
Simple tips on how to prepare for your gigs and play memorable live shows.
How to promote your gig
There are many ways to advertise your gig – from traditional leaflets and posters, to social media promotion and email marketing.
Negotiate a gig deal
Find out what type of gig deals are there, how payments work in the gig business and how to negotiate booking arrangements.
How to pitch your music
Follow these simple steps to pitch your music to venues and to gig promoters.
Find an audience for your show
Learn how to increase gig attendance and use simple strategies to help you get more fans through the door.
Booking gigs: the basics
Understand the process of booking gigs, and find out what promoters and venue owners look for when choosing what acts to book.
How to find a venue for your gig
How to find and book the right venue for your live show.
How to approach gig promoters
Understand how gig promoters work and what they expect from you as a band or an artist.
Finance and funding for music businesses
An overview of the different finance options available to music businesses in Northern Ireland.
Funding support for creative businesses
Sources of funding support for creative businesses in Northern Ireland.
Advisory support for creative businesses
Sources of information and advice for businesses in the Northern Ireland creative industries.
Creative business support and funding
Discover where to find advice, funding and skills support for creative businesses in Northern Ireland.
Private investment for music
How to find and secure private investment to fund your music project or business.
Grants and subsidies for music
Where to find public grants and support for music businesses.
Crowdfunding for music projects
How and where to launch a crowdfunding campaign for your next music project.