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Social media
How to use social media to benefit your business through strategic planning and best practise
Tender for contracts
Guidance on preparing for tenders and the tender process, including public sector contracts in Northern Ireland, Great Britain, Ireland and Europe
Market strategy and planning
How to develop a marketing strategy and write a marketing plan
Market research
How to conduct your market research and competitor research
Product safety advice and enforcement
How product safety is enforced locally and role of your local council’s Environmental Health Department.
Networking for staff development
How networking can lead to effective partnerships with other businesses and help your staff develop their knowledge and social skills
Implement staff incentive schemes
Benefits of offering incentives, rewards and perks to staff and the different ways employers can do this
Recruiting company directors
To improve your chance of business success, choose the right mix of skills and personalities for your directors
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
Price lists, estimates, quotations and tenders
Find out how to present prices to your customers, including how to draw up price lists, estimates and quotations and prices for tenders.
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.