Inspiring and Informative Free Business Workshops and Networking Session at Manchester Business Fair
Attending our free business workshops is a great way to gain knowledge, skills, and inspiration to grow and develop your business.
Expert Speakers will be covering a variety of useful business topics throughout the day.
Andy Guile will also be hosting a free Networking Session at 1pm, offering a great opportunity to pitch your products and services and make connections with members of the local business community.
2025 Workshop Details TBA soon
In the meantime, please find details of the sessions delivered at the last event to give you an idea of the types of topics covered.
2024 Workshops and Networking
10.40am: How To Grow Your Current Business with UW
Sauren Ghosh, Utility Warehouse Partner, Trainer and Coach
During these challenging economic times there has never been a better time to explore other options.
So, how would running UW alongside what you do now benefit you?
– Transferable Skills
– More Sales Success
– Be Part of a Positive Community
– Personal and Professional Development
So, what else could you achieve?
– More Money! £££
– More Free Time!
– Increased Pension!
There is no doubt that being a Multiple Income Individual is the way forward!
Curious about how you can get paid month after month after month, for doing something once?
Come along and find out more!
Sauren has been a UW Partner, Trainer and Coach since 2007.
11.05am: How to make savvy choices about your business’ technical products, that will enable your business long term
Kanika Selvan, Director, Beetroot Consulting
Technology can be great for businesses, connecting with customers, selling products, automating internal processes. Savvy decisions made early on, can enable businesses to grow with confidence, knowing how technical products and innovation can support them in the long term.
Beetroot consulting, a tech for good consultancy work to demystify technology for organisations and leaders, who are keen to unlock the hidden benefit in their organisation.
In this session, they offer their 5 top tips, to ensure that your technical estate scales with you.
As a Strategic Change Consultant, Kanika works to a ‘tech for good’ mission. She works with organisations to lift the veil on technology and empowers them to make decisions that unlock the benefits of technology for their organisation.
11.35am: Time Management – Myth or Reality
Sara Boswell, Director for the Centre for Sustainable Innovation, Salford Business School
We all from time to time feel that we suffer from lack of time but is this a myth or a reality.
This interactive workshop not only provides insights into the mindset of time management but provides practical tools to help you understand the importance of managing time.
Sara is the Director of the Centre for Sustainable Innovation at Salford Business School.
Sara has designed, managed, and delivered on multiple programmes, supporting businesses to initiate new business models and successfully take new products and services to market by developing and embedding innovation processes.
12.30pm: The not so secret world of Business Duck Herding
Andy Guile, Master Coach & Trainer
Fed up of being busy, but not productive?
Does it feel like your ducks are out of control and the business seems to run your life?
This session will help you take a step back and concentrate on the basics of your business, the 5 major pillars that success are built on.
Its time to retake control, learn how to get those ducks in a row and have a productive controlled business that works for you and not you working for it!
Andy Guile aka the Business Duck Herder is the go to International business coach and trainer for small business.
1.00pm: Free Networking Session
Hosted by Andy Guile
Pitch your business, make lots of new contacts and catch up with familiar faces at this session hosted by Andy Guile.
1.40pm: Unlocking LinkedIn’s Potential: Boost Your B2B Sales with AI Insights
Ian Nicklin, IN Social
In this dynamic seminar, Ian, our seasoned sales expert, will unravel the untapped potential of LinkedIn.
Whether you’re a seasoned B2B professional or just starting out, this session promises actionable strategies to supercharge your lead generation.
Buckle up, because we’re diving into the heart of LinkedIn and harnessing the power of AI to elevate your results and simplify your life.
Agenda
Decoding LinkedIn: Your Ultimate Lead Generation Source
What is LinkedIn? Understand why this professional network is more than just a digital resume. It’s a goldmine for B2B leads waiting to be explored.
Crafting Your Perfect LinkedIn Profile
Position Yourself as the Expert: Learn how to create a profile that instantly communicates your expertise and positions you as the go-to problem solver for your prospects.
Content Mastery: Building Credibility
Effective Content Creation: Discover simple techniques to produce content that resonates with your audience, establishes credibility, and drives engagement.
Targeting the Right Prospects
Laser-Focused Engagement: Ian will guide you through identifying and engaging with highly targeted prospects. No more casting a wide net; it’s time to reel in the right fish.
The Art of Engaging Messages
Write Like a Pro: Craft messages that cut through the noise, pique interest, and encourage meaningful conversations. Say goodbye to generic outreach!
Finding Your Ideal Prospects
Navigate the LinkedIn Jungle: Ian will reveal strategies to locate your ideal prospects efficiently. No more endless scrolling; let AI do the heavy lifting.
Sales Navigator: Your Secret Weapon
Upgrade Your LinkedIn Game: Explore Sales Navigator, the essential tool for serious LinkedIn users. Ian will show you how to leverage its features effectively.
AI-Powered Conversion Boosters
Smart Insights for Higher Conversion Rates: Discover how AI can revolutionize your sales process. From predictive analytics to personalized recommendations, we’ll explore practical ways to enhance your results.
Ian and his team of marketing experts specialise in pipeline building. They generate high-quality, relevant conversations within your target market.