NYC : Business Grants, and Events Around The County
New Grant Launched – Get up to £1000 of Digital Expertise for Free!
Up to £1000 for the cost of expertise in digital marketing, e-commerce, automation, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more. The Growth Hub are promising that applications will be simple. Other rounds of funding will be offered in October and January. You have to work with the providers on offer. If you have any projects that you haven’t started yet but want to, I'd suggest you apply straight away as each round will be oversubscribed very quickly and it’s first-come-first-served. Full details here.
Get Listed for Free!
The Yorkshire Mafia is inviting all businesses a free listing in their directory, which has around 1,000 listings so far, mainly from Yorkshire. The Directory is where their ‘… members find trusted suppliers, new clients, and local partners’. I’ve had a look and there are many types of businesses which either aren’t represented or have very few competitors listed. Might be worth taking 5 mins to set up a free listing, you just need to set up a free account. Click here
TRAINING
Practical Ways To Use AI To Simplify Life As A Small Business Owner – 22nd September 12noon-1pm, online
In this Digital Boost x NatWest Lab, we'll share practical ways to use AI to simplify your life! You'll work in small groups to: learn about key AI tools, learn how to write prompts that actually get results, learn how AI can help you to work smarter, not harder. As this is an interactive session, cameras and mics are essential so that you can work together in virtual breakout groups. Details and booking here.
Business Fundraising - Using AI To Raise Investment – 29th September 12:30pm-1:30pm
This session helps you understand and structure the process when seeking investment, and includes how to use AI tools to help you. Details & booking here.
Lead Yourself First: Shifting from Limiting Beliefs to Empowered Thinking – 8th October 10am-11am, online
In this webinar, we’ll explore how self-leadership is the foundation for personal and professional transformation. You’ll discover how to build a winning mindset that challenges limiting beliefs, and how to use emotional intelligence to respond rather than react, stay resilient, and build stronger relationships. This session will leave you feeling more aware, more in control, and ready to lead yourself – and others – more effectively. Details & booking here.
Retaining and Engaging your People – 9th October 10:30am-12noon, Flasby nr Skipton
Retaining and engaging your people to create a great place to work. Michelle Mook shares 30 years’ experience on building engaged teams, boosting leadership and creating workplace cultures that attract, retain and inspire. To book, email jane@fortempeople.co.uk. Venue is The Barn, Bark Hill, Flasby, BD23 3QD.
The Ultimate Sales Masterclass – 21st November 9:30am-12:00noon, Harrogate
Sales skills are learned, not inherited. And, if some qualities are inherited, regular investment is imperative to continue to be as effective as possible. Mindset, practise and systems are all key to success. This is where the Ultimate Sales Masterclass comes in.2.5 hours of actionable, takeaway sales strategies to improve skills, remove sales blockers and get better results as soon as you leave…….and it’s all FREE. Details & booking here.
NETWORKING & EVENTS
New Nidderdale Networking Group – 30th September 5:30pm, Pateley Bridge
Nidderdale has been busy organising itself to create a brand new Nidderdale Business Association. Nidderdale businesses are invited to join in and hear about plans for the organisation, plans to apply for funding, Pateley Bridge Christmas event progress and governance of the group. Click here to register for the event
Bentham Business Boost Networking Event – 2nd October 5:30pm-7:00pm, Bentham Golf Club
Come as you are, no need to get changed. Learn about upcoming business training course options and connect with other local businesses. More details from bentham.boost@bethamtowncouncil.co.uk
Wellness Walk – Mountain Boardroom – 12th December 12:30pm-3pm, Ilkley Moor
We are heading to Ilkley Moor this December for our traditional end of year Wellness Walk, followed by drinks in Ilkley town centre. This is a lovely day to end the week on a (literal) high, whilst taking time to reflect on the year that has passed, and connect with other like minds. Get away from your desk, out of the office and give yourself some time and space for you, away from all the distractions, all while getting the steps in and chatting with like-minded professionals and business owners. Details & booking here.
