FREE Training & Events

 

All the events listed below are completely FREE through Focus
for eligible businesses in South Holland.

                                                        


3rd September 2008


Sage Software - Basic

Shall I buy Sage?  Do I need it?  What can it do for me? 

This is the first in a series of 3 seminars designed to develop your

understanding of Sage. This seminar is for those who know little about Sage. 

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 11am - 1pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

3rd September 2008


Sage Software - Intermediate

I want to develop my understanding of Sage.   What else can it do for me?

This is the second in a series of 3 seminars designed to develop
your understanding of Sage.  If you already have a basic knowledge of Sage
and want to know more, this seminar is just for you! 

 

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 1pm - 4pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS


10th September 2008

Speed Networking Event


Swap business cards and key information in 2 minutes

Venue: South Holland Centre, Spalding    Time: 11am - 2pm

A free buffet lunch will be provided

Also, a number of business support organisations will be on hand
to answer questions and give advice.


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

17th September 2008


Sage Software - Advanced

I want to know even more about Sage.

This is the third, more advanced seminar in a series of 3 designed
to take your understanding of Sage to an advanced level. 

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 4pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

24th September 2008


Microsoft Excel

Making your PC work for you.

Save time. Make more informed decisions.

How to use Excel, from the very basics, through to complex macros and self checking sytsems. 

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 3pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

30th September 2008


Commisioning a Website

The steps needed to commision a successful website.

Learn the terms. What to ask. Making sure it will work.

Getting value for money. What it should cost.

Meeting legal requirements. Improve search engine recognition.

Hosting and eCommerce.  

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 2:30pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

20th October 2008


Build Your Own Website

The information you need to build a succesful website.

Setting up Domain names. Building your Website.

Pitfalls to avoid. Getting Search Engine Recognition.

And much more.

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 2:30pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

29th October 2008


EBay for Business & Networking

Getting the best from EBay.

What EBay is. How to buy. How to sell. Secrets of success.

What is available. Safety and security. Costs. Feedback.

Shops. PayPal. Getting the best deal. Using EBay for marketing.

Extend your contacts. New business opportunities.

 

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 8:15am - 10:30am


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

4th November 2008


Telephone & Data Mangement

For More Sales

Getting the most from your telesales activities.

Flexible telesales. Build a sales pipeline. Using the right contacts.

Making the most of events and exhibitions.

What do your customers think of you? Exploring new markets.

Lead generation. Telemarketing from the inside.

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

 

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 3pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

11th November 2008


Microsoft Access

Making your PC work for you.

Save time. Make more informed decisions.

Databases demystified. Using Access to create your own database.

Benefits and opportunities from managing your own database.

Information is power.

Learn over lunch - free buffet included!

 

Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT    Time: 12midday - 4pm


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Roger Bell

 

Telephone: 01205 358800   E-mail: bcci@btclick.com

This seminar is run by Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce for FOCUS

November 2008 (date to be confirmed)

CIWM Waste Awareness Certificate

 

Minimise Waste - Save Money
Your business can profit from better waste management.


Landfill tax is set to rise to £48 per tonne by 2010.  
Attending this short course will show you how to reduce your costs.

Who should attend? Health & Safety staff, Site Management staff or anyone in your business who has the potential to minimise waste through good environmental management principles.

The day will cover: the impacts of different types of waste on the environment,

    examples of best practice, sustainable management of waste, legislative requirements, DUTY OF CARE regarding waste management, health & safety requirements relating to handling, moving and storing waste & how to conduct basic waste audits.


Venue: University of Lincoln, Holbeach Campus, Holbeach, PE12 7PT   

Time:
9.00am - 16.30pm (registration 8.30am)


To find out more or to book your place, please contact Clare Watters.

 

Telephone: 01733 567344    E-mail: clare.watters@pect.net

This seminar is run by Peterborough Environmental City Trust for FOCUS

There is no catch!

If you know that the business you run or work in is eligible for Focus
then these events are completely free for you to attend.


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